Prentiss County News

Fifty-four cadets graduated from Mississippi’s Law Enforcement Academy, marking the start of their service in law enforcement.

Fifty-four recruits graduated after 16 weeks of training, pledging to serve and protect Mississippians. The class includes troopers assigned across various state law enforcement agencies.

District Attorney Jason D. Herring praises the dedication of Class B-82 cadets at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center, many of whom are set to serve in local agencies.

Mississippi Republican Party held its 2026 Lincoln-Reagan-Trump Gala, highlighting the state’s political momentum and conservative policies.

Mississippi transitioned from decades of Democratic leadership to Republican majorities in 2011, leading to significant conservative policy gains, experts say.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is monitoring potential heavy rain and flash flooding across the state this weekend.

The Gaye Roden Carr Aquatic Center is now accepting bookings for pool rentals and will soon announce swim lesson schedules.

The Prentiss County Forestry Association is scheduled to meet Monday, June 8. Attendance confirmations are requested.

Episode 94 of the TigerTown Sports Podcast features Northeast Mississippi Community College basketball coach Cord Wright, who talks about the Tigers’ 2025-26 season and upcoming summer camps.