Tippah News

The Tupelo Police Department expressed sympathy following a tragic incident involving the Lee County Sheriff’s Department, offering prayers for those affected.

Andy Sniezak, a veteran forecaster at NWS Memphis, has retired after 37 years in federal service, including 34 years at the local office.

The deadline to apply for SNAP replacement benefits is nearing. Clients are advised to submit their 508 Form promptly.

Drivers on I-55 near Hall Road in Grenada can expect brief, intermittent closures today as crews work on power lines.

U.S. 80 between Ridge Road and Adams Street in Newton County is now closed for a bridge replacement project, with an expected completion date in fall 2026.

As of 5 p.m. Monday, ice has been reported on roads and bridges in 10 counties across Mississippi, prompting safety advisories from officials.

Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell spoke about the response to a winter storm that caused widespread disruptions in North Mississippi.

Authorities in Mississippi are investigating a shadow sighting reported this morning, prompting safety concerns and prompting a response from law enforcement.

Megan has obtained her driver’s license and is now on the road. Authorities remind drivers to buckle up and drive safely.

The Ripley Fire Department advises residents to keep fire station bays clear to ensure emergency response access. The department clarifies it does not have any generators.

The park gym will distribute free cases of water to visitors on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Officials urge residents affected by recent winter weather to report damage via an online tool, as federal assistance is not yet available.

Motorists in 14 Mississippi counties are advised to exercise caution as ice covers roads and bridges, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation.

Staff Sgt. Kevin Bollig of the Army National Guard spoke to students about military career opportunities amid ongoing recovery efforts following ice storm Fern.

Temperatures in the Midsouth are expected to stay above freezing this week, with rain returning Tuesday, according to the National Weather Service in Memphis.

On February 2, Coombs Gas and community partners will provide free propane cylinder fills to help families stay warm after recent storm damage.

Forecasters predict warmer-than-normal weather for the Mid-South during the second week of February, offering a welcome change.

Snow flurries are currently falling across parts of eastern Arkansas, southwestern Tennessee, and northwest Mississippi, according to weather reports.