Tupelo News

The North Hall of Cadence Bank Arena opened at 9 a.m. as a Red Cross-certified warming shelter ahead of severe winter weather.

Crews in Mississippi pretreated key roads and bridges ahead of Winter Storm Fern, which brought heavy freezing rain overnight. Authorities continue monitoring conditions as ice accumulates.

Public works crews monitor deteriorating conditions as freezing rain and sleet create icy roads. Authorities advise only emergency travel amid worsening weather.

Plantersville student Kingsley Williams took first place at the Lee County Spelling Bee, with Dotson Clark and Judah Peal finishing second and third, respectively.

Students at Lawndale Elementary participated in a hands-on science program focused on force and motion, thanks to funding from AEE.

The organization is appealing for vehicles to transport 179 dogs to a heated facility amid incoming cold weather. Volunteers are encouraged to assist.

Paws of War is requesting assistance to move 179 dogs to a heated facility ahead of cold weather. Volunteers with vehicles are encouraged to help.

City of Tupelo crews are mobilizing to address the forecasted winter storm Fern, focusing on ice prevention and road safety.

Tupelo authorities warn residents to stay off roads amid expected severe winter weather. Emergency response will be limited to critical incidents.

Tupelo authorities warn residents to stay off roads amid expected severe winter weather to ensure safety and emergency response readiness.