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Mississippi’s Department of Public Safety provides information for individuals interested in becoming licensed driver’s education instructors.

The Mississippi Department of Revenue will host a recruitment event at the University of Mississippi today, offering job opportunities and insights into working at the agency.

Mississippi’s black bear population has rebounded significantly over the past century, according to wildlife officials.

Officials are collecting reports of storm damage from residents affected by severe weather on Monday and Tuesday. They are focusing on specific areas marked in red.

A survey team confirmed damage consistent with an EF-0 tornado in Dyersburg from Tuesday morning’s storms. Additional assessments are ongoing in Piggott, Arkansas.

President Ford discusses the unseen efforts behind student achievement, including enrollment assistance, transfer programs, and workforce training, on this week’s TigerTalk episode.

Community volunteers who participated in mock interviews at NEMCC were recognized for their contributions to adult education students’ workforce readiness.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol recognized outstanding officers for their service and dedication at the 2025 awards ceremony.

A tornado warning is in effect for parts of Mississippi until 3:45 p.m. CDT, according to authorities.

State Auditor’s Office has arrested Willie Garner and Willie Williams on charges of using county equipment for personal benefit, authorities said.

Jaxson Laster credits a hands-on program at Northeast Mississippi Community College with guiding his career in logistics, earning certifications, and international experience.

A new episode of the Mississippi Outdoors Podcast discusses bear management across Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana with three state biologists.

Mississippi wildlife officials have improved black bear monitoring through new automated traps alongside traditional methods, enhancing research efforts.

Eighteen residents completed the Capitol Police Citizens’ Academy in April, gaining insights into law enforcement operations and fostering community connections.

Most of the region received about 3 inches of rain, with higher totals in parts of Arkansas and Mississippi, according to radar estimates.

Dalton Harris and Joey Boren, instructors at Mississippi community colleges, complete the 2026 CTE Leadership Academy, enhancing their leadership skills to support student success.

A tornado warning has been issued for Washington County in Mississippi, lasting until 10:30 p.m. CDT, according to weather authorities.

A female black bear from Louisiana gave birth to five cubs in Mississippi in 2005, marking the start of the state’s bear comeback, authorities say.

The reintroduction of black bears to Mississippi is the result of a strategic conservation effort, led by the MDWFP Black Bear Program, focused on research and long-term recovery.

Officials have issued a Tornado Watch for the Mid-South region, valid until 10 p.m. local time.