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A line of thunderstorms with damaging winds and potential tornadoes is forecast to move through the Mid-South Sunday afternoon and evening, prompting weather alerts.

Showers and thunderstorms are forecast to develop in the Mid-South Sunday evening, with some potentially becoming severe.

Temperatures will rise through the weekend before a cold front causes a sharp drop in temperatures early next week, with lows in the 20s and 30s.

Columbia station reopened early Tuesday morning after a closure, while Jackson station remains closed, authorities say.

Commissioner Sean Tindell urges caution as scam messages circulate again. Authorities advise residents to stay vigilant.

Fifty-seven cadets remain in Class 70, continuing their training efforts, according to the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.

Parents and guardians can now link youth hunters’ profiles to manage licenses and accounts more easily through MDWFP systems.

Authorities warn residents about a phishing scam involving fake text messages claiming to be from the DMV. Do not respond to or click on links in these messages.

A tornado warning for Jackson County, Mississippi, remains in effect until 12 a.m. CDT, prompting residents to stay alert and seek shelter.

A tornado warning remains in effect for George County until 12:15 a.m. CDT, prompting residents to stay alert and seek shelter.