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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said six Disaster Service Centers will open Tuesday to help residents affected by the May 6-7 severe storms declared DR-4922.

Disaster service centers in five Mississippi counties are open to help residents affected by severe storms May 6-7, the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said. The agency provided hours and alternative ways to apply for assistance.

Northeast Mississippi Community College says its MI-BEST program has eight openings for fall 2026 to help eligible students earn a high school equivalency while training for a career.

Gabriel Girner, 24, pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and was sentenced to life in prison Tuesday in Alcorn County, the district attorney’s office said.

The Tupelo Police Department said school resource officers concluded a weeklong Summer D.A.R.E. Camp with field trips, activities and a medical helicopter demonstration. The department thanked community partners and parents for their support.

BMCU said it is offering an accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) track with hands-on training, experienced faculty and a Christ-centered foundation. Prospective students can apply online and view tuition details on the university website.

A weather advisory warned of an elevated flash-flood threat across much of Mississippi from noon through midnight Tuesday, with 3 to 5 inches of rain possible and roads likely to flood.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation posted a playful safety message featuring children of MDOT employees and urged drivers to use the MDOT Traffic app for summer travel.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety said Rock of Ages Ministries donated First Responder Bibles to its Chaplain Program, which will distribute them to first responders across the state.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation says two inside left lanes of I-55 northbound at State Route 463 are temporarily closed for emergency concrete repair. Traffic remains passable in the right lane.