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Ripley Water said crews are responding to a water line leak near Highway 15 by Oil Dri and that customers in the area may experience service interruptions during repairs.

Blue Mountain Christian University said Gratitude Day will run 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 9 on the central campus lawn and will feature thank-you card writing, free food and prize drawings.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said heat index values will reach 100 to 109 degrees through the weekend and urged residents to limit time outdoors, stay hydrated and stay cool.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it will halt non-emergent lane closures from Sept. 4 through Sept. 7 to ease travel for the holiday, but warned some lanes will remain closed for safety.

The First Circuit District Attorney’s Office announced the conclusion of Operation Reload and unveiled a new initiative targeting drug trafficking hotspots across the district.

The National Weather Service office in Memphis said it posted its Fall 2026 SKYWARN schedule, with an in-person session in Henderson on Sept. 14 and a virtual class on Sept. 24. Registration and details are available at weather.gov/meg/skywarn.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said its K-9 officers acted playfully while a serious video was being recorded, and the agency emphasized the dogs’ role in public safety.

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program said it will begin a new rotation Sept. 8, introducing a day class option and restarting evening classes across five counties.

A main water line has burst on Highway 15 near Oil Dri, Ripley Water said, and customers in the area will be affected until repairs are completed.

The Mississippi Department of Human Services said it will continue to protect residents, promote quality care and empower individuals to speak up through its long-term care ombudsman program. People seeking information can call 1-888-844-0041.