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Virtual SKYWARN course scheduled for a week from today

September 18, 2026 at 12:33 am CDT Jon Myers

The National Weather Service’s Memphis office will hold a virtual SKYWARN course a week from today. Register online at weather.gov/meg/skywarn.

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Weather

Heat index values approaching 105 degrees expected in parts of Mississippi

September 17, 2026 at 11:27 pm CDT Jon Myers

Limited heat stress is expected in western and northern areas, with heat index values approaching 105 degrees.

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Education

Free online safety class set for Monday

September 17, 2026 at 10:47 pm CDT Jon Myers

A free online safety class will cover online risks and ways parents can help protect their children. It is scheduled for Monday at 6:30 p.m.

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Community

Oxford police thank Taco Shop for bringing lunch

September 17, 2026 at 10:47 pm CDT Jon Myers

The Oxford MS Police Department thanked Taco Shop for bringing lunch to the department and supporting the community.

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Community

Southaven swears in 36 members of 2026/2027 Mayor’s Youth Council

September 17, 2026 at 10:29 pm CDT Jon Myers

Southaven’s 2026/2027 Mayor’s Youth Council has 36 students from three high schools and meets monthly to study local government and serve the community.

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Crime

Mississippi regional correctional facilities recognized for ACA reaccreditation

September 17, 2026 at 10:27 pm CDT Jon Myers

Several Mississippi regional correctional facilities were recognized by MDOC for completing American Correctional Association reaccreditation.

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Community

Lafayette County officials speak at Flint Hill church on human trafficking

September 17, 2026 at 8:57 pm CDT Jon Myers

Captain Brad McDonald and Investigator Todd Strange spoke about human trafficking at Flint Hill Missionary Baptist Church, the sheriff’s office said.

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Education

Lauderdale County fifth graders begin D.A.R.E. program

September 17, 2026 at 8:56 pm CDT Jon Myers

Lauderdale County fifth graders have begun D.A.R.E. with help from Sgt. Antonio Naylor and the county Sheriff’s Department.

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Education

Booneville High School announces homecoming parade and game events

September 17, 2026 at 8:54 pm CDT Jon Myers

Booneville High School’s homecoming events include a Thursday parade, a Friday pep rally and a 7 p.m. football kickoff.

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Education

BES reminds parents and families to make plans for Friday

September 17, 2026 at 8:54 pm CDT Jon Myers

Baldwyn Elementary School reminded parents and families to make plans to join the school Friday, identified in the post as “tomorrow”.

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