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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said north Mississippi faces a slight risk of severe storms overnight May 5, and central Mississippi has an enhanced risk from the afternoon of May 6 through early May 7, 2026.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation promoted Brad Cupit, P.E., to District 7 engineer, the agency said. District 7 is headquartered in McComb and covers 13 counties in southwest Mississippi.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said a midday update that there is a low risk of tornadoes tonight, though any that form could reach EF2 strength across parts of eastern Arkansas, southwest Tennessee and northwest Mississippi. Localized flash flooding is also a concern around Memphis.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services told SNAP recipients to report changes within 10 days, submit requested documents and check the Common Web portal to reduce errors and speed benefit delivery.

A social media post urged people to avoid drinking and driving and to hand keys to a sober friend as Cinco de Mayo fell on Taco Tuesday, according to the message.

Kelvin L. Phillips, 34, of Tupelo was arrested and charged after a March report that his alleged victim’s missing credit card was used multiple times, the Tupelo Police Department said.

Tupelo Police Department said it assisted with the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run at Fairpark, helping escort the ‘Flame of Hope’ carried into the city by Jeff Bell of Olive Branch.

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program thanked its instructors for their dedication and impact during Teacher Appreciation Week, the program said in a social media post.

Governor Tate Reeves has proclaimed May as Older Americans Month in Mississippi, emphasizing the importance of supporting seniors’ health and independence.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said a traffic switch at the State 15/16 roundabout in Philadelphia will begin May 7 and continue through Nov. 1, 2026, with lane openings, closures and detours.