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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.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation says SR 487 will be closed between State Route 35 and Crowder Creek Road from midnight to about 7 a.m. on July 30; drivers should use alternate routes.

The Tupelo Police Department said it held a pinning ceremony to recognize the promotions of Sergeant James Hood and Sergeant Ben Uhiren.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol said it has received a large number of applications for Cadet Class 71 and is providing instruction on proper push-up technique and resting positions for the physical training exam.

The National Weather Service in Memphis warned heat index values could reach 109 degrees this afternoon and urged residents to take precautions against heat illness.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said the entire state is under an Extreme Heat Warning or Heat Advisory for July 28, 2026, with heat index values expected to reach 110 to 115 degrees.