Pontotoc News

Officials are calling on Memphis residents to report flooding and impassable roads following recent heavy rains in the area.

A marginal risk for severe thunderstorms is forecast Saturday evening into early Sunday, with damaging winds and localized rainfall as primary threats, according to the Storm Prediction Center.

A line of thunderstorms is moving into the Mid-South from the north. Residents are advised to carry umbrellas as they head out.

Rain is expected to return late tonight and persist through the weekend, with potential for significant totals, according to weather forecasts.

A cold front will move into the area late tonight, bringing a small chance of severe storms in parts of the region, officials say.

The National Weather Service warns residents of Memphis about ongoing heat and humidity, despite upcoming cooler days.

Forecasts show temperatures next week will be significantly cooler than usual, with some areas staying in the upper 70s.

Officers in the town of Ecru have completed training on new tasers acquired through a recent grant.

A heatwave persists for two more days, with increased thunderstorm activity forecast late Thursday into Friday morning. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and take precautions outdoors.

Customers paying their PEPA bills via bank draft need to update their account and routing numbers following Cadence Bank’s transition to Huntington Bank.