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Mississippi Emergency Management Agency partners with the National Guard to deliver essential supplies to storm-affected counties.

Governor Tate Reeves issued a new update regarding the ongoing winter storm impacting Mississippi, urging residents to stay safe and prepared.

Driver Service Bureau locations in North Mississippi will remain closed Jan. 28 amid winter storms and hazardous conditions, officials say.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol has issued a warning about road conditions on I-55 near Batesville, south of Panola County. Motorists are advised to exercise caution.

NEMCC Adult Education will remain closed through the week and reopen on Monday, Feb. 2. Dorm students can return after checking in with dorm proctors.

Officials urge residents to stay away from frozen ponds and waterways following safety concerns about thin ice and potential hazards.

Employers are advised to meet upcoming W-2 and 1099 filing deadlines, with specific requirements for electronic submissions.

Wildlife officials recommend maintaining water in certain wetlands to support migratory birds passing through Mississippi, even after the duck hunting season concludes.

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks added lime to Shadow Lake to boost water health, supporting fish populations and fishing opportunities.

Motorists in Mississippi are urged to proceed carefully this morning due to current road conditions, according to the state’s transportation department.