Prentiss County News

Tropical Storm Bertha has made landfall near Biloxi, Louisiana, prompting power outages and minor coastal flooding. Authorities monitor conditions as gusty winds and storm surge pose ongoing risks.

Mississippi will host the 2026 Diamond Youth Baseball World Series in Laurel, with local teams and athletes set to compete.

The Baldwyn Main Street Chamber will host its annual Meet the Bearcats event on August 27, featuring fall sports teams, community activities, and entertainment.

Baldwyn School District has revealed its leadership team for the 2026-27 school year, including principals, assistant principals, and secretaries at local schools.

The Baldwyn School District has launched the online application for free and reduced-price meals for the 2026-27 school year. All students must reapply annually.

Wild turkey poults and bobwhite quail chicks depend on similar habitat features during their vulnerable early stages, and land management practices can support both species.

Northeast Community College provides online degree options designed to fit into students’ busy lives, allowing them to balance work and family commitments.

Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks staff will attend two major events this weekend to engage with the public and promote outdoor activities.

Financial aid and scholarships make college more accessible, with Mississippi offering some of the lowest tuition rates in the state.

Booneville School District has named new leaders at Anderson Elementary, with Blake Howell appointed as principal and Laquita McDonald as director of elementary curriculum.