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Temperatures will feel below zero again overnight, prompting safety precautions for residents in affected areas.

Northeast Mississippi Community College is hosting free study skills sessions aimed at adult education graduates currently enrolled in college. The workshops are designed to help students succeed academically.

Mississippi Department of Transportation Executive Director Brad White provided an update on the state’s winter weather response during a press conference with Gov. Tate Reeves.

All westbound lanes of I-22 from Red Banks to the Tennessee border are now open, but travel remains discouraged due to winter conditions.

Authorities responded to a train versus vehicle crash in Tupelo. Roads have now reopened, but closures affected nearby streets.

A cold front will bring Arctic air to the region starting Friday, with the coldest temperatures expected Saturday. A warming trend is forecast to begin Monday.

A social media post features Ripley showing support for Ripley, urging others to share the message.

All wells restored and streets cleared in Ripley, with residents advised to flush their water lines after service restorations.

Roads and infrastructure are improving after a severe winter storm, but water issues persist on the campus. Officials coordinate response efforts and plan next steps.

Mississippi officials have extended the deadline for ad valorem tax payments in 49 counties to March 3, 2026, delaying fines for late submissions.