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The National Weather Service in Jackson says parts of Mississippi face a slight risk of severe storms Sunday night, with damaging winds the primary threat and a tornado possible.

Tony Carter, a night student in Booneville, earned his high school equivalency diploma through NEMCC Adult Education, the program said. NEMCC praised his dedication and said it “can’t wait to see what you do next.”

The Mississippi Department of Transportation urged fans to practice safe driving as all Mississippi college baseball teams travel for the start of conference play this weekend. MDOT recommended using its traffic app, avoiding distractions and not drinking and driving.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said groundwater supplies drinking water for 51% of the U.S. population and 99% of rural residents, and warned stormwater can affect groundwater quality.

Forecasters say temperatures will rise through this weekend before a cold front moves in Sunday. They say readings will fall into the 20s and 30s into next week, with a warming trend by week’s end.

The Michigan Department of Transportation is hiring a Network Infrastructure Specialist IV in Jackson and said applications are due April 1. Interested candidates can find job details and apply online.

Organizers announced a debris cleanup day in Tippah County on March 28 to help elderly residents clear yard debris and asked local churches, youth groups and ministry teams to volunteer.

A person died and others were injured after severe weather swept through Mississippi on March 11. Emergency officials are assessing the damage.

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.