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The National Weather Service warns of a slight risk for severe thunderstorms across the Mid-South, with damaging winds expected. A Flood Watch remains in effect for northern areas.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety is now accepting applications for Cadet Class 71 through Aug. 29.

Forecasters express uncertainty about tonight’s severe weather, but warn of strong winds and heavy rain this weekend.

Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds and flash flooding are forecast across the Mid-South this weekend, prompting warnings from weather officials.

The Prentiss County Sheriff’s Office is hiring a full-time day shift dispatcher with a $15 hourly rate. Applications are available online and at the department.

A driver was found passed out behind the wheel of a pickup truck on County Road 8301, leading to drug and traffic charges, authorities said.

The Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery Visitor Education Center held multiple workshops for educators this summer, focusing on aquatic resources and conservation.

Mississippi’s average teacher salary remains among the lowest nationally when adjusted for cost of living, prompting calls for increased investment in education.

Mississippi shoppers can enjoy tax-free shopping on select items through Sunday, according to state officials.

A Nebraska family credits Northeast Community College for providing a cost-effective start to their daughter’s education, enabling a smooth transfer to the University of Mississippi.

The National Weather Service warns of high temperatures and possible storms through the weekend in Memphis, Tennessee.

The Richland Driver Service Bureau is closed for the rest of July 9, 2026, with plans to reopen tomorrow, officials said.

Northeast University highlights the importance of confidence, resilience, and leadership in its educational approach, according to President Ford.

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of Arkansas, Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee through early Tuesday morning.

A severe thunderstorm watch has been updated for the evening, with potential for early cancellation if conditions improve. Stay alert for weather updates.

The National Weather Service in Memphis issues a warning as heavy rain persists overnight, urging residents to stay alert for flood advisories.

Biologists from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks and Mississippi State University are banding wood ducks at Pearl River WMA to gather data on migration and population health.

Authorities are seeking the public’s help in a fatal hit-and-run on West Chambers Drive early Wednesday morning. The driver fled after striking a bicyclist, who later died from injuries.

The Mississippi Office of the State Auditor emphasized the importance of providing teachers with their Education Enhancement Funds before professional development days.

A complex of thunderstorms is expected to move through the Mid-South tonight into Friday morning, with some storms possibly severe with damaging winds.