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Blue Mountain Christian University thanked parents, grandparents and other loved ones for helping students move into campus housing, saying move-in day memories are often made with family, according to a social media post.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said many areas remain under an Extreme Heat Warning and urged residents to limit outdoor activity, check on loved ones, seek air conditioning and stay hydrated.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that dangerous heat will continue, with heat indices of 105 to 113 degrees Fahrenheit expected. A weak front may bring isolated storms and a one-day break Tuesday before heat returns Wednesday.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five Disaster Service Centers at noon Tuesday to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, the agency said.

Forecasters say the heat wave will persist through Wednesday with afternoon heat index values between 105 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler conditions and lower heat indices are expected by next weekend.

The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee warned in a social media post that oppressive heat will return tomorrow and urged residents to limit outdoor time, use air conditioning and stay hydrated.

The Memphis office of the National Weather Service warned that widespread heat index values will exceed 110 degrees this afternoon after six days of high heat and humidity, and urged residents to take immediate precautions.

Temperatures in Memphis are forecast to soar tomorrow, with heat index values exceeding 110 degrees, prompting health and safety warnings.

Ripley Main Street said it will host a movie night tonight at the Cut-Off, 204 S. Commerce St., with local food vendors on site. Attendees were asked to bring chairs or blankets; the film will begin at dusk.

Blue Mountain Christian University said crews have advanced finishing work this week at the new Center for Grace and Healing, installing ceilings, lab casework and outdoor hardscapes as the project moves closer to opening.