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Forecasters said a marginal risk of severe storms will affect parts of northeastern Arkansas Friday evening into early Saturday, with damaging winds and heavy downpours the main threats.

A social media message marking National Lipstick Day warned that applying makeup behind the wheel is distracted driving and could lead to a tow, the post said.

A police department credited mechanic Jason Bridges and his coworkers with keeping patrol cars and other department vehicles operational 24/7, saying hard work, family and faith are central to his work.

BMCU said its RN-to-BSN track is accepting applications for a flexible program for working nurses, with classes beginning soon. Application and tuition details are available on the university website.

Many parents say children may not remember the first toy they received, but they recall experiences such as their first baseball game or learning to ride a bike. Parents say the time spent with children matters most.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said a recent cold front will bring cooler conditions with highs in the 80s to lower 90s for the next seven days and that rain chances will increase late in the week.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said much of the state is under significant or elevated heat risk, with heat indices of 105 to 115 degrees Fahrenheit. The agency urged residents to stay cool, hydrate, bring pets inside and never leave vulnerable people in vehicles.

Mississippi Highway Patrol invites interested individuals to apply for Cadet Class 71, offering a glimpse into the life of a state trooper.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hiring a Transportation Engineering Technician II for a Winona (Montgomery County) posting, with applications due Aug. 3, the agency said.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation will hold an on-site job fair July 30 at its Newton office, offering interviews and information on multiple maintenance and technician openings across central Mississippi, the agency said.