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Mississippi Department of Public Safety announces new deputy commissioners and directors to strengthen law enforcement and homeland security efforts.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol shares their genuine walkout songs after a prank version. Authorities aim to showcase their preferred tunes.

Carley Parrish, a student at Northeast Mississippi Community College’s adult education program in Booneville, earned her high school equivalency diploma, according to officials.

Mississippi’s 2026 interns are gaining valuable experience this summer, according to the Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks.

Proper timber management practices help maintain diverse and healthy habitats for wildlife across Mississippi. Experts emphasize its importance for sustaining various species.

Northeast Mississippi Community College held a summer social for employees, featuring homemade muffins and coffee, to foster community before the new school year.

A man was arrested in Prentiss County after a traffic stop led to the discovery of cocaine and a firearm, authorities said.

Kevin Wayne Davis, 42, was taken into custody July 29 on a warrant for possession of methamphetamine and evidence tampering, with bond set at $10,000.

Temperatures are expected to stay above normal until a cold front arrives Sunday, bringing relief with cooler weather.

A heat advisory is in effect for eastern Arkansas and northwest Mississippi, with potential for severe thunderstorms and damaging winds.