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Forecasters say daily highs in the mid-90s to around 100 are expected for the next seven days, and rising humidity could push heat index values to 105 or higher in some areas as early as Monday.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation urged Gulf Coast residents to have a storm preparedness plan on the 21st anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and pointed to a documentary on infrastructure recovery, the agency said.

Blue Mountain Christian University celebrates Dr. Jeffrey Sweatt’s leadership in shaping a Christ-centered psychology program that integrates faith and professional practice.

Three Lee County residents received prison terms this week after pleading guilty to methamphetamine charges, the First Circuit District Attorney’s office said in a news release.

The Wilkinson County Disaster Service Center will close permanently at 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, officials said, the same day a deadline falls for residents affected by May storms.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said applications for Mississippi Highway Patrol Trooper Class 71 close Aug. 29 and directed prospective applicants to its website.

Students in an adult education class at Northeast Mississippi Community College in Corinth took part in a team survival activity to practice decision-making and collaboration, the college said.

A social media post urged fans to secure loads, stow phones, buckle up, slow down and avoid impaired driving as the college football season gets under way.

Blue Mountain Christian University said crews made interior and exterior progress this week at the Center for Grace & Healing and are scheduled to begin installing baffle ceilings next week.

A Disaster Service Center is open in Wilkinson County for residents affected by the May 6-7 storms, FEMA said. The deadline to apply for assistance is Monday, Aug. 31.