Rain chances rise this weekend as temperatures run above normal
Rain chances are expected to rise this weekend before tapering off early next week, while temperatures shift from above normal to seasonal.
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Chief RaShall Brackney gives a briefing about a barricaded-subject incident on Dianne Drive in South Jackson.
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Small Town Sass celebrates third birthday in Hernando
Small Town Sass celebrated its third birthday in Hernando, according to the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce.ೃ
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Tupelo Fire Department sets application and tryout dates
The Tupelo Fire Department set an Oct. 5 application deadline and Oct. 10 tryout date.
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Ingomar Attendance Center names September Terrific Kids
Naomi Herrera and Bentley Weeden were named Mrs. Hope’s Terrific Kids for September at Ingomar Attendance Center.
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Union County School District shares October breakfast and lunch menus
The Union County School District shared its October breakfast and lunch menus and encouraged families to save them for reference.
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Cleveland water rates to increase Oct. 1, 2026
Cleveland water rates will increase effective Oct. 1, 2026, according to a notice from the City of Cleveland, Mississippi.
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Hernando Parks schedules Saturday movie night featuring Toy Story
Hernando Parks plans a Saturday screening of Toy Story, with the final location to be announced Friday and the Gale Center as a rain site.
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Small Town Sass celebrates third birthday in Hernando
Small Town Sass is celebrating its third birthday in Hernando, Mississippi, with women’s apparel, gifts and accessories featured in the announcement.
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Northwest Mississippi Community College expands partnership with BankFirst
Northwest Mississippi Community College and BankFirst Financial Services expanded their multi-year partnership involving Ranger Stadium and athletics funding.
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Olive Branch Citizens’ Police Academy holds Week 4 session
Olive Branch’s Citizens’ Police Academy held a Week 4 session featuring K-9, drone, SWAT and firearms safety presentations.
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Greenville announces special meeting for Sept. 29, 2026
The City of Greenville announced a special meeting scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2026.
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New Albany Homecoming game and ceremony moved to Thursday
New Albany’s Homecoming game and ceremony have been moved to Thursday night because of weather concerns Friday night.
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Mississippi Delta Community College hosts Ole Miss Day
Mississippi Delta Community College hosted Ole Miss representatives for a campus visit focused on student questions and transfer opportunities.
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Low humidity, breezy conditions raise limited fire danger in northern areas
Low humidity and occasional breezes are expected to create limited fire weather danger, especially in northern areas, the weather service said.
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Widespread rain, bouts of heavy rainfall expected Friday through Sunday
Widespread rain and bouts of heavy rainfall are anticipated Friday through Sunday, potentially affecting weekend outdoor activities.
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CDL simulator arrives at Mississippi State Penitentiary’s Unit 25
A CDL simulator at Mississippi State Penitentiary’s Unit 25 will provide realistic driving scenarios and workforce preparation.
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