Tippah News

Rain will move through the Mid-South today, helping to melt lingering snow and ice. Temperatures will dip midweek before rebounding to the 50s and 60s this weekend.

The Booneville Police Department has expressed condolences following the death of Deputy Rick Haggard, who was affiliated with the Lee County Sheriff’s Department.

The driver service station in Corinth will be closed on Feb. 3 because of a winter storm, while all other locations remain open, officials say.

Rain is expected to fall Tuesday, likely accelerating the melting of ice and sleet in the area, meteorologists say.

Rainfall will be light and consistent Tuesday, with temperatures in the 40s, mainly affecting northeast Mississippi and west Tennessee.

Matt Lauban visited Tippah County today, prompting appreciation from local residents.

University officials are awaiting final approval from the city on the safety of the water supply before students return to campus, with classes remaining online in the meantime.

A juvenile driver fleeing police after a theft led to a crash that killed a juvenile passenger in Tupelo, police say. The incident occurred early Sunday morning following a brief chase.