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CoCoRaHS says anyone can join its volunteer network and is urging sign-ups as the Rain Gauge Rally 2026 finishes its second week.

Blue Mountain Christian University announced that Giving Day donations have totaled $17,508 to support its Restore & Renew initiative, the school said.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said in a social media post that Capitol Police Master Sgt. Alisa Promise received the Outstanding Service Award from the Hundred Club of Jackson.

Organizers said donors have helped restore campus facilities and support students in need, and the Giving Day campaign remains open for contributions.

A north Mississippi pastor has pledged a $1,000 matching challenge to double donations during the final stretch of a Giving Day campaign, organizers said.

Giving Day is winding down, and organizers urged donors to act to support storm recovery and student emergency aid, the campaign said. Donations can be made through the campaign’s donation page.

A state traffic advisory says westbound traffic on U.S. 98 will be moved onto the newly built eastbound bridge over the Pearl River starting about 10 a.m. April 10.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures will occur nightly on the I-55 bridges over the Pearl River from April 10 through May 8 for bridge overlay work.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said orange cones signal progress on state roadways and urged motorists to slow so work crews can return home safely.

The Cut-Off said shoppers can fill a bag with books or CDs for $5 and browse vintage finds during a sale being held today.