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Students gathered at Northeast Mississippi Community College for orientation, fostering connection and school pride. A final session is scheduled for this summer.

Cadet Class 70 will graduate tomorrow, with the event available via live stream. Applications for Cadet Class 71 are now open.

The office presented recommendations aimed at saving taxpayers millions through procurement reforms during a House select committee hearing.

High pressure will keep the weather mostly dry through Saturday night, with thunderstorms returning Sunday afternoon, similar to last week’s patterns.

Kevin Greer caught a 21.15-pound channel catfish at Calling Panther Lake, setting a new record for the lake, officials said.

A new guide from the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks explains various forest management methods to improve wildlife habitat.

NEMCC President Dr. Ricky G. Ford discusses changes in higher education and how institutions prepare students for the digital age on TigerTalk.

Dr. Justin Treloar, division head for languages, has been honored with the Northeast Way Award for his dedication to students and colleagues.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks partners with Responsive Management to gather hunting data through an annual survey, reaching out via text, email, or phone.

Leaders at NEMCC expressed appreciation for their dedicated team that supports adult education students and makes graduation possible.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks shares three quick tips for new anglers to improve their fishing experience.

Applicants can submit their applications for public water alligator hunting permits now through June 12. A map of available zones is available online.

Members of Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa chapter presented a $2,700 donation to the North Mississippi Chapter of the American Red Cross.

Affected residents in multiple counties have seven days left to seek aid following January winter storms, according to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency.

State Auditor Shad White commended recent sentencing of two superintendents and a teacher involved in embezzling nearly $400,000 from the Department of Education, part of federal efforts to combat fraud.

Retired biologist Mark LaSalle joins the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast to share tips on attracting hummingbirds with native plants and insights into their habits.

Shiloh McDonald, a 2024 graduate of NEMCC Adult Education, has earned her Pharmacy Technician Certification and now works at a local pharmacy in Iuka.

Members of Northeast’s Board of Trustees participated in the MACCT Trustee Conference in Biloxi, focusing on professional development and collaboration.

Residents in Cash, Arkansas, and Tishomingo, Mississippi, are encouraged to report wind damage, hail, or flooding from recent storms, including providing photos and location details.

The Mid-South is expected to remain rain-free into the early weekend, with rain chances peaking Sunday afternoon and evening.