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A reinforcing cold front will move through Sunday night, bringing another round of rain and much cooler temperatures to begin the work week, meteorologists said. Monday and Tuesday mornings are expected to be notably chilly for early spring.

State Route 481 between SR 902 and Shopping Center Road will be closed beginning at noon on March 12 for a bridge replacement, the Mississippi Department of Transportation said. Drivers are advised to use local routes while MDOT provides updates on the work.

Tupelo Police Chief John Quaka told WTVA that strong community relationships are key to public safety and that the department will host a Citizens Police Academy. He said the program will let residents learn how the department operates and how officers serve the city.

The Tupelo Police Department is investigating an alleged indecent exposure reported Tuesday evening near Crosstown and says the suspect fled on a blue bicycle, the department said. Authorities asked anyone with information to call 662-841-6491 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-773-TIPS.

Northeast Mississippi Community College will hold a special orientation April 2 for Adult Education graduates planning to enroll this fall, the college said.

The Raymond, Miss., LIFT Resource & Referral Network held an open house it called a major milestone, organizers said. The group invited parents and providers to visit its new location and review available resources.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is closing ramps on I-55 north in Pike County as part of a major highway improvement project, with temporary and permanent closures scheduled this weekend.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said in a social media post that nearly 40% of adults report unintentionally falling asleep at least once a month and urged drivers to get quality sleep.

Ripley Main Street said it will hold a Shop Hop on Saturday, March 21, where shoppers can collect stamps to win prizes and enter a drawing for a $1,000 gift basket. The event will also feature an Easter Bunny appearance and a hidden-egg promotion earlier in March.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services’ Division of Aging and Adult Services posted the 2027–2030 State Plan on Aging for public comment through April 9, 2026. The division said the plan outlines its vision and priorities for supporting older Mississippians and their caregivers over the next four years.