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Mississippi officials continue to track Tropical Storm Bertha, with warnings in place along the Gulf Coast as conditions persist.

Limited spots remain in the MI-BEST Program at Northeast Mississippi Community College, offering career training and support for eligible students aiming to earn a HSE.

Mike Strickland from the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources discusses the scope of marine patrol duties in a new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast.

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for parts of West Tennessee until midnight, with damaging winds and large hail possible.

A cold front is expected to bring cooler temperatures but will stall south of the Tennessee-Mississippi border, keeping heat indices above 105 degrees in parts of the Mid-South, officials say.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks highlights the benefits of forming land cooperatives to improve wildlife management efforts.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks welcomes shooters of all experience levels at its shooting facilities, offering handgun classes to help newcomers learn the fundamentals.

A state team has been examining waste across smaller agencies, highlighting overlooked areas of government efficiency.

A college highlights its students’ lasting memories from 2005 and encourages new applicants to create their own at NEMCC.

The IRS encourages taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals to sign up for the Taxpayer Access Point to manage taxes, payments, and refunds.

As temperatures peak, residents in the Mid-South are looking forward to cooler autumn weather, with daylight hours decreasing in the coming weeks.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is tracking Tropical Storm Bertha, which is forecast to move westward and potentially make landfall in Louisiana. Warnings are in effect for the Mississippi Gulf Coast.

The Franklin County Disaster Service Center will move to a new address starting July 22, 2026, at 11 a.m., according to officials.

The Mississippi Outdoors crew joins fisheries biologists to collect data on spotted bass in Byhalia Creek, supporting conservation and sustainable fishing efforts.

Fawning season in Mississippi generally peaks in July, but it can start as early as mid-June or extend into late August depending on the region, wildlife officials say.

A new audit highlights issues with the Mississippi Department of Education’s handling of teacher reimbursements for classroom supplies, prompting calls for reform.

Northeast High School is set to hold its annual Meet the Tigers event on August 18, showcasing athletes and building community spirit ahead of the new season.

Northeast Community College will partner with local law enforcement for active shooter training on July 21 and 22 at Patterson Hall, with increased police presence expected.

Haleigh Leach chose Northeast for its affordability and discovered a supportive environment that helped her thrive academically and personally.

Deputies responded to a parked vehicle with occupants passed out and arrested two people on drug charges, according to authorities.