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The Mississippi Office of the State Auditor encouraged students to explore internship opportunities during the State Intern Summit at Two Museums.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned that heat index values could reach 114 degrees Fahrenheit, creating dangerous conditions and urging those outdoors to take frequent breaks and stay hydrated.

Forecasters say a decaying complex of thunderstorms could bring damaging winds and periods of heavy rainfall late this evening, though confidence for the area is very low. A single strong storm this afternoon cannot be ruled out.

Meteorologists explain dewpoint, a key factor in humidity that causes fogging on glasses. High dewpoints indicate oppressively humid conditions.

The National Weather Service in Memphis said an Extreme Heat Warning and a Heat Advisory begin at 11 a.m., marking the first day of a heat wave and leaving a low threat of damaging winds this afternoon from a decaying MCV.

Forecasters say dangerous heat will return to the Mid-South beginning Sunday, with an Extreme Heat Warning and Heat Advisory in effect from Sunday at 11 a.m. to Tuesday at 8 p.m.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is asking residents to review its draft 2027-2030 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and submit comments by Aug. 4, MDOT said.

Blue Mountain Christian University athletics reported one of its most successful seasons on the field and in the classroom, and the department received major character and coaching honors, the university said July 24.

KNQA reported early-morning heavy downpours and lightning; the National Weather Service in Memphis said a warm front will move north through the day.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said on its official social media account that a visitor known as Mr. Slater stopped by as he works toward meeting 1,000 law enforcement officers. The department said he played with K-9 Diesel, met officers and added new patches to his collection.