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ProFathering15 says brief, focused interactions matter more than time spent together and offers free 15-minute sessions. The Mississippi Access and Visitation Program is providing access information.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said its Local Public Agency Division hosted a July 9 meeting in Jackson with local agencies, consultants and the Federal Highway Administration to review federally funded projects.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says motorcyclists often weave in traffic to make themselves more visible to drivers and urges motorists to check twice before changing lanes.

A Tupelo man has been charged with first-degree murder following a shooting on Lambard Drive, according to police. The investigation remains ongoing.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said on its website that it is hiring and accepting applications for Cadet Class 71 through Aug. 29.

Forecasters said confidence is low that severe storms will develop tonight, but they warned of stronger winds Saturday and growing flood concerns from heavy rain on saturated soils.

The National Weather Service said strong to severe thunderstorms are possible each afternoon and evening, with damaging wind gusts and flash flooding the primary concerns.

State Auditor Shad White recommended the Legislature require 50% of K-12 spending go to teacher salaries, saying the move would raise pay significantly and that current teacher pay ranks low when adjusted for cost of living.

Blue Mountain Christian University said construction on its Center for Grace and Healing in week 57 included glazing and masonry work and the start of an ADA ramp.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said daily lane closures begin July 9 for an overlay project on State Routes 16 and 149 between U.S. 49 and State Route 3 and will continue through the summer. MDOT urged drivers to slow down and watch for crews and signage.