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Blue Mountain Christian University honored Jack Moser on Aug. 14, 2026, for more than three decades of teaching, coaching and leadership. The university highlighted his roles as a professor, coach and NAIA faculty representative.

Drive Smart MS cited Dwayne Michael Carter Jr.’s performances on the Gulf Coast and at the Brandon Amphitheater to urge motorists to use turn signals and consider other drivers.

The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee says the entire Mid‑South is under an Extreme Heat Warning through the weekend and urged residents to limit outdoor activity and stay hydrated.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned of heat indices near 110 degrees and a high risk of heat-related illness, urging residents to take precautions.

The Capitol Police posted photos of several vehicles from its fleet and invited followers to pick a favorite, the agency said.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to use its free traffic resources as visitors travel to Tupelo, Mississippi, for Elvis Week, MDOT and Visit Mississippi said.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation urged motorists in a social media post to avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles as a heat wave is expected Aug. 14-16. The agency said 20 children have died in hot cars so far this year and offered safety tips.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said the Disaster Service Centers in Franklin, Lawrence and Lincoln counties will close at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 14, 2026. MEMA said the center in Wilkinson County will remain open and people can apply online, through the FEMA app or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).

Three men received lengthy prison terms after pleading guilty to fentanyl trafficking or sales, the First Circuit District Attorney’s Office said in a press release.

The Cut-Off will show “Zootopia 2” at dusk tonight at 204 South Commerce Street in Ripley, organizers said. Food vendors will be on site and Rebel Services LLC is sponsoring the event, organizers said.