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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is asking residents to self-report storm-related damage to assess the extent of recent winter weather impacts.

Rain chances are forecast to return this evening, but most of the area should be dry by Wednesday morning’s commute, according to weather forecasts.

The National Weather Service in Memphis issues a warning about flash flooding, emphasizing the dangers of fast-moving water on roadways.

The Northeast Mississippi Community College men’s and women’s basketball teams achieved road victories at Jones County Junior College.

A 3-inch hailstone can reach speeds of 107 mph, and the largest on record in the U.S. measured 8 inches in diameter, meteorologists warn.

The National Weather Service in Memphis advises residents to secure outdoor items and seek shelter during severe thunderstorms, emphasizing safety precautions.

Temperatures will reach the 70s, with stronger southwest winds forecast for the region.

The Mississippi Department of Revenue is hiring a Revenue Officer I in Lauderdale County. The position involves tax collection and taxpayer interaction.

Prentiss County Investigator Kolby Knight was hit by a vehicle during a traffic stop on Highway 371. He is currently at the Tupelo emergency room and alert, but his injuries are being evaluated.

NMMC medical staff examined Deputy Kolby Knight following a traffic stop, confirming he has no serious injuries, just bruises and bruising.