Good morning, it’s Tuesday!

Published 6:55 am Tuesday, April 12, 2022

This afternoon and into tonight, risks for severe storms exist in the area, with the majority of Lincoln County under a “slight risk” forecast. Damaging winds with gusts up to 60 mph are possible, along with quarter-sized hail and possible tornados.

In Lawrence County and further east, a marginal risk exists, with some possible severe weather.

 

Today

“Tea Time” at the Furlow Senior Center will be a 2 p.m. A short educational program with a guest speaker will be followed by fellowship with cake, tea and coffee. All are welcome. The center  is located at 201 S. First St., next door to Bob’s Sandwich Shop. For more information, please call 601-835-5076.

Friday, April 15

The USDA Farm Service Agency’s deadline for the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program is today. For more information, call the Brookhaven office at 601-833-9321, ext. 2.

Monday, April 18

The Lincoln County Board of Supervisors will meet at 9 a.m. in the County Board Room of The Lincoln County/Brookhaven Governmental Complex.

Tuesday, April 19

The Institute for Learning in Retirement will have a social at the Thames Center on Co-Lin’s campus at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. RSVP to  erin.johnson@colin.edu or 601-643-8702.

The Brookhaven Board of Aldermen will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the City Board Room of The Lincoln County/Brookhaven Governmental Complex. Meetings are streamed live on the city’s Facebook page.

The Lincoln County School District Board will meet at 5:30 p.m. at the library of Bogue Chitto Attendance Center.

Tuesday, April 26

The Brookhaven School District Board will meet at 6 p.m. at the Central Office.

Saturday, May 7

Divide Memorial Methodist Protestant Church will host Springfest 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. The church is located 11 miles south of Monticello off Hwy. 27. Vendors are sought for arts and crafts, antiques, clothing, jewelry, accessories and more. Food and food products may be accepted depending on what is being sold. Indoor booths are $30 for the day; outdoor booths are $20. For questions or to reserve a spot, call Nikki Pierce at 601-455-7320.