Smoke Testing Sewer Lines

Smoke Testing Sewer Lines

In an effort to improve the city sewer system, crews will be smoke testing sewer lines in the west and north areas of Pearl on Monday, March 22. It is possible residents might see smoke coming out of roof vents and drains in houses. There is no need to be concerned as...
Major Tornado Threat Today

Major Tornado Threat Today

VERY Dangerous storm potential with strong tornadoes, large hail, and damaging winds late this afternoon into the night. PLEASE know your safe place and act quickly if a tornado threatens. 12:15 update: The Rankin County Saferoom is now OPEN at 651 Marquette Rd. in...
Snack Drive for the Children’s Hospital!

Snack Drive for the Children’s Hospital!

The Mayor’s Youth Council is again collecting individually wrapped snacks for the children at Blair E Batson Children’s Hospital. If you can help please bring by kids type snacks to City Hall now through April 2nd. Last year we wowed them with a trailer full of...
2021 City of Pearl Election Central

2021 City of Pearl Election Central

Primary Election: April 6 *Deadline to register to vote: Monday, March 8. Absentee voting is available until Saturday, April 3. City Clerk’s Office open for registration/absentee voting: Monday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays: March 6, March 27, April 3: 8 a.m.-noon...
Tornado DRILL, Wednesday at 9:15 a.m.

Tornado DRILL, Wednesday at 9:15 a.m.

The City of Pearl will participate in the Statewide Tornado DRILL at 9:15 a.m. on Wednesday Feb. 24. You will hear the warning sirens activated across the city and weather radios will sound as well. Please take time, whether you are at home, work, school or out...
The Great Melt is Underway!

The Great Melt is Underway!

It has certainly been a historic week of winter weather for the city of Pearl and one we will not soon forget. What began as a light glazing on Valentine’s Day, evolved into our city encased in 2-3 inches of ice by Thursday morning. Fortunately, we have not seen...