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Public safety officials urged people celebrating National Beer Day to arrange sober rides and avoid impaired driving, saying such deaths are preventable.

Forecasters say clear conditions will continue overnight with lows in the 40s. Another springlike day is expected tomorrow, with highs returning to the upper 60s and around 70.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it held its annual Equipment Operators Roadeo for District 6 in Forrest County on Thursday, April 2. The event tests vehicle handling, trailer maneuvering and heavy equipment precision while providing feedback and training, the agency said.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety announced Destinee Parfait, Christopher Bragg, Lindsay Collum and Corey Dixon as Employees of the Month, the agency said in a post.

Mississippi State Auditor Shad White said his office arrested Deborah Harper, the former office manager of the Southeast Greene Water Authority, on allegations she embezzled authority funds for personal use. The auditor’s office said she allegedly diverted cash payments and used other customers’ payments to cover debts for herself and her daughter.

The National Weather Service said its Weather101 program is holding one-hour spring classes that are free and open to everyone. The agency directed interested people to register online.

SkillUp Mississippi announced it will hold its second Ready, Set, Interview Day to help students build confidence and practice job interview skills.

Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Adult Education program said Hailey Hollimon of Booneville earned a high school equivalency diploma and has enrolled at NEMCC to pursue a pre-nursing major.

A generous supporter will match donations dollar-for-dollar up to $2,500, the organization said, giving donors a chance to double their impact before Giving Day.

On Drowsy Driver Awareness Day, organizers said a drop in average sleep time has increased the risk of falling asleep at the wheel and urged drivers to get adequate rest.