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Twenty years after a deadly tornado outbreak, the Mid-South reflects on the loss of 26 lives and the destruction caused by five F3 tornadoes that struck the region on April 2, 2006.

Northeast Community College is accepting applications for its respiratory therapy program, which prepares students to work in a growing healthcare field. The deadline is May 1, 2026.

Brandon Hancock, a Northeast Mississippi Community College graduate, photographed the Artemis program launch, highlighting his journey from local college to NASA.

The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office is calling for prayers for the department and the family of Deputy Jimerson following a recent incident.

The Mississippi Department of Revenue is hosting campus visits this month for students interested in careers in accounting, IT, and customer service.

The Booneville Police Department expressed sympathy to the family of Deputy Michael Jimerson and the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department amid their loss.

Frog hunting is a popular outdoor activity in Mississippi, with season running from April 1st to September 30th and a limit of 25 frogs per night.

The National Weather Service in Memphis has expanded its wind advisory for the region, cautioning residents about strong winds outside of thunderstorms expected later today.

A low chance of severe storms is possible tomorrow afternoon, with rain expected to end the week.

Anthony Linton, a non-traditional student from Chicago, has overcome obstacles to excel in Northeast Mississippi Community College’s HVAC program and honor societies.