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The Mississippi Department of Transportation said entrance and exit ramps at I-59 Exit 67A in Hattiesburg will close intermittently beginning 8 a.m. May 20 for joint sealing tied to an interstate resurfacing project. Closures will occur one at a time in two- to six-hour intervals.

The Emergency Retention Fund provided short-term aid that allowed a student to remain enrolled after she lost federal assistance at 18, program officials said.

NEMCC Adult Education said Haley Hollimon returned to finish a high school equivalency she paused at 19 and is now pursuing a career in nursing.

Sixth graders at Booneville Middle School marked the completion of the D.A.R.E. program with a ceremony and celebration, including certificates and a skating party.

Authorities in Mississippi confiscated nearly 460 pounds of methamphetamine, marijuana, and cocaine during a routine inspection on Interstate 22. One suspect was arrested, officials said.

Burnside Music Fest organizers said Tita’s Tacos & Tamales will serve street tacos, tamales and other fresh-made items at the festival on Saturday, June 6, 2026, in historic downtown Ripley.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation urged drivers to check their back seats and shared safety tips after citing a NoHeatstroke.org report that 57% of child hot-car deaths in the state involved children being forgotten in vehicles.

Visit Mississippi Executive Director Rochelle Hicks discussed summer road trip destinations, America250 efforts and the state’s culinary scene on ‘The Extra Mile’ podcast.

Tupelo Police Department says it will hold a ‘Let’s Ride’ bicycle safety event Friday, May 29, at Robins Noble Park, offering safety tips, free helmets while supplies last and a bike giveaway. Registration is available through Capt. Katarsha White.

The Tupelo Police Department said it will host a free, interactive summer camp for children June 8-12, 2026, and that applications are still being accepted.