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Oct. 22 cross-country division meet schedule for North Pontotoc in New Albany, Pontotoc at Cherry Creek Orchards and South Pontotoc in Senatobia.
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Pontotoc County cross-country teams have division meets Thursday

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Original red-and-navy graphic: Pontotoc County burn-ban notice from the Town of Ecru, Oct. 20, asking residents to avoid outdoor burning.
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Ecru alerts residents to Pontotoc County burn ban

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Original regional weather graphic: warm days, dry week and continuing afternoon fire danger, based on the Oct. 20 NWS Memphis outlook.
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North Mississippi weather: Dry week keeps afternoon fire danger elevated

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers
Navy and gold schedule graphic: Pontotoc at New Hope, Oct. 23 at 7 p.m., Trojan Field; Columbus senior night Oct. 30.
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Pontotoc heads to New Hope Oct. 23; senior night follows Oct. 30

October 20, 2026 Jon Myers

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Severe Storms Bring Brief Relief to Jonesboro, Arkansas, Authorities Say

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

Storms swept through Jonesboro, Arkansas, this afternoon, providing temporary relief from the heat, according to local officials.

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Lowered dewpoints and a few degree cooler temps brought in by a weak front today will result in lowe
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Weak front brings cooler temperatures and lower heat indices for Labor Day

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

A weak front is expected to bring lower dewpoints and slightly cooler temperatures, reducing heat indices for Labor Day, according to weather officials.

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PEPA will be closed on Monday, September 7, in celebration of Labor Day
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PEPA to Close for Labor Day on Sept. 7

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

PEPA will be closed on September 7 in observance of Labor Day, the organization announced.

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Power outages reported in Union and Pontotoc counties due to high winds

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

High winds have caused multiple power outages in Union and Pontotoc counties, prompting crews to assess and restore service.

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This large brick sign in front of a shopping center in Ecru was blown over from strong winds today
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Large brick sign in Ecru toppled by strong winds

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

A large brick sign outside a shopping center in Ecru was knocked over by high winds Tuesday, according to witnesses.

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Power Outages Reported Near Todd Drive and Main Street

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

Officials report power outages and downed power lines near Todd Drive and Main Street. The stoplight at Main and 15th Street is also not functioning.

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Wind damage from Friendship Road in Ecru
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Wind causes damage along Friendship Road in Ecru

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

Strong winds have caused damage along Friendship Road in Ecru, according to local reports.

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Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are anticipated to develop this afternoon and evening
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Isolated severe thunderstorms expected this afternoon and evening

September 6, 2026 Jon Myers

Forecasters warn of isolated strong to severe storms with damaging winds and potential minor flooding due to dry soils.

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Photos from US National Weather Service Memphis Tennessee's post
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Heat, Dry Conditions Likely to Continue Through Holiday Weekend

September 5, 2026 Jon Myers

The National Weather Service in Memphis warns of ongoing hot and dry weather, urging residents to take safety precautions during the holiday weekend.

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A reminder that our first SKYWARN class will be held at Henderson City Hall in Henderson, TN on Sept
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Henderson to host first SKYWARN class of fall season on September 14

September 5, 2026 Jon Myers

The first SKYWARN weather training session will take place at Henderson City Hall on September 14, starting at 6 p.m.

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