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Pontotoc Oct. 24–25 forecast: sunny, highs 78 Saturday and 76 Sunday; regional morning fog possible and fire danger expected to ease Saturday.
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Pontotoc weekend: sunny skies; NWS expects fire danger to ease

October 23, 2026 Jon Myers
UMMC Cancer Center and Research Institute groundbreaking, Oct. 22, 2026; planned building for care, clinical trials, research, support and training.
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Statewide health: UMMC breaks ground on new cancer center

October 23, 2026 Jon Myers
$51,000 Toyota Wellspring Education Fund grant through CREATE Foundation for Pontotoc City School District, announced Oct. 23, 2026.
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Pontotoc City School District announces $51,000 Toyota Wellspring grant

October 23, 2026 Jon Myers
FEMA repair award announced Oct. 22, 2026: more than $2.2 million for Pontotoc Electric Power Association’s electrical distribution system.
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FEMA announces more than $2.2 million for PEPA electrical repairs

October 22, 2026 Jon Myers

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The end of June will feature increased rain chances and slightly below normal temperatures
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Rain chances increase, temperatures dip slightly toward end of June

June 20, 2026 Jon Myers

Meteorologists forecast more rain and cooler temperatures as June wraps up, offering relief from recent heat.

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‼️Sign up your pretty babies!!
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Petal and Lace announces beauty pageant registration deadline

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

The Petal and Lace pageant in Pontotoc, Mississippi, is accepting entries until Aug. 7, with the event scheduled for Aug. 22, 2026.

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Here's the view from our office after the storms!
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Mammatus Clouds Visible After Recent Storms

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

Mammatus clouds appeared in the sky following recent storms, creating a distinctive pouch-like appearance according to meteorologists.

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Heads up: another cold front will sink through the Mid-South late Sunday evening, bringing strong to
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Cold front to bring severe storms to Mid-South late Sunday night

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

A cold front is expected to move through the Mid-South late Sunday evening, sparking strong to severe thunderstorms that could last into early Monday morning.

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The Post Office™ will return to normal business hours on Saturday, June 20
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Post Office to Resume Regular Hours Starting Saturday

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

The Post Office will return to its standard business hours on June 20, officials announced.

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✂️🎉 Welcome to Pontotoc, Smokes!
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Pontotoc Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Business Smokes

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

The town of Pontotoc officially welcomed Smokes with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking its opening as part of the local business community.

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This weekends Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration is shaping up to be a great day focused on honoring
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Juneteenth Celebration This Weekend Focuses on History and Culture

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

The upcoming Juneteenth Freedom Day event aims to honor history, celebrate culture, and foster community connections.

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🏐 Congratulations to another one of our favorites, Sara Gonzalez, on her commitment to continue her
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Sara Gonzalez commits to Mississippi University for Women for volleyball and academics

June 19, 2026 Jon Myers

Sara Gonzalez has announced her commitment to continue her athletic and academic pursuits at Mississippi University for Women.

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Dreary conditions continue across the Mid-South, with some showers moving through
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Mid-South experiences ongoing dreary weather with showers and thunderstorms

June 18, 2026 Jon Myers

The Mid-South continues to face gloomy conditions, with showers and the potential for thunderstorms this afternoon, accompanied by heavy rainfall.

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Photos from Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street's post
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Pontotoc County hosts summer concert at Gateway Pavilion

June 18, 2026 Jon Myers

The Pontotoc County Chamber Main Street is hosting a summer concert tonight featuring Bonfire Orchestra and local food trucks.

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