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A local weather alert says very heavy rain is overwhelming drainage systems in Shelby County and causing flooding around the I-240 loop. Motorists were urged to avoid flooded roads.

An 11:30 a.m. weather update warned of strong to severe storms across northeast Mississippi this afternoon, with damaging winds and heavy rain that could cause flooding. Forecasters said a tornado cannot be ruled out.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation said stretches of State Route 26 in George County and State Route 512 in Clarke County are closed because of flooding and will remain so until conditions improve.

Mississippi Transportation Commission Chairman Willie Simmons presented a truck to Jackson Mayor John Horhn and Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones to support inmate-led litter cleanup efforts.

BMCU announced lower tuition for its online degree programs and said classes begin Aug. 17. The school provided an application link and encouraged prospective students to apply.

The National Weather Service issued a slight risk of severe weather and an elevated flash-flood threat for north and central Mississippi on Monday, June 22, 2026. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urged residents to stay weather aware and avoid flooded roads.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency urged residents affected by recent flooding to file insurance claims, photograph damage and report losses through its online self-report tool, the agency said.

The Mississippi Driver Service Bureau said it has identified an issue causing some driver’s licenses to fail to scan at TSA and other locations and will issue free replacements by appointment starting June 23.

In a social media post, NEMCCAE said it is never too late for adults to earn a high school equivalency, build job skills or pursue a new career.

The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee said there are no large-scale changes to the severe weather outlook for the Mid-South tonight and tomorrow. Damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall are the primary concerns, and a tornado cannot be ruled out.