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The Federal Emergency Management Agency said residents in 36 Mississippi counties affected by the Jan. 23–27 winter storms (DR-4899) may be eligible for Individual Assistance and can apply online, by phone or via the FEMA app.

The IRS announced tax relief for Mississippi residents and businesses affected by Winter Storm Fern, postponing certain filing and payment deadlines to June 8, 2026, officials said. State officials urged disaster-area taxpayers with penalty notices to call 601-923-7700 for abatement.

The Wind Ensemble will perform ‘Reflection to Rejoicing’ on April 23 at Modena Lowrey Berry Auditorium.

Forecasters said there is a level 1 of 5 risk for severe storms tomorrow afternoon and evening, with hail the primary threat and damaging winds possible.

Wayne Cantrell, director of digital forensics for the Mississippi Department of Public Safety, received the Digital Investigation Catalyst Award from the Law&Crime Network’s JUSTYS Awards, the department said. The agency said the award recognizes leaders who advance technology and collaboration in digital investigations.

Meteorologists say an upper-level disturbance will increase showers and thunderstorms late Wednesday into Thursday, and a cold front this weekend will bring a second, smaller round that likely will not relieve current drought conditions.

Brad White, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Transportation, will speak at Hal and Mal’s on Monday, April 20, organizers said. Registration details are available on the Stennis Capitol Press Forum website.

Authorities arrested a 23-year-old Tupelo man and charged him with burglary and credit card fraud after multiple vehicles and a residence were reported broken into, officials said.

Madison Garrett, an education major at BMCU, received the 2026 Linda Anglin Teacher Preparation Scholarship from Mississippi Professional Educators, the university said. The award includes $500 and a complimentary first-year MPE membership.

In a message titled “Safety Tip Tuesday,” Mississippi law enforcement urged drivers to share the road with motorcyclists, bicyclists and pedestrians and to use extra caution in low-visibility conditions.