Parts of Mississippi face marginal risk for severe storms
Forecasters said parts of Mississippi are under a marginal risk for severe storms on May 8, 2026, with isolated severe storms, damaging winds and quarter-inch hail possible.
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MEMA responds after seven tornadoes strike Mississippi
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said it is responding to severe weather that hit the state May 6 and 7, 2026, after the National Weather Service confirmed seven tornadoes on May 6, including two EF3 twisters in Franklin and Lamar counties.
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Northeast Mississippi Community College honors 16 in prison education program
Northeast Mississippi Community College said it recognized 16 Spring 2026 completion candidates in its Prison Education Program, including students who earned certificates and completed HiSET. The college described the program as a partnership with the Mississippi Humanities Council.
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Mississippi DOT continues Bike Safety Month, offers bicycling guide
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said it is continuing Bike Safety Month with safety tips from Public Information Officer Barrett Wilson. The agency said a Mississippi Bicycling Guide is available for free download and for order as a printed copy.
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Mississippi officials urge evacuation planning as Hurricane Preparedness Week ends
The Mississippi Department of Transportation said Hurricane Preparedness Week concluded and urged residents to plan evacuation routes after appearing in preparedness videos with the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency.
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Blue Mountain Christian’s No. 12 men’s golf team heads to NAIA nationals
Blue Mountain Christian University announced its No. 12-ranked men’s golf team will compete next week in Silvis, Illinois, at the 74th NAIA Men’s Golf National Championship. The appearance is the school’s second in the event, the university said.
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MEMA: Disaster assistance centers to close May 9, reopen May 11
The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency said several Disaster Survivor Assistance Centers will close Saturday, May 9 at 2 p.m., and others will reopen Monday, May 11 at 8 a.m. Disaster Recovery Centers in six counties remain open.
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NEMCC Adult Education Student Kelyon Painter Earns High School Equivalency
Kelyon Painter, a student at Northeast Mississippi Community College’s Booneville location, has earned her high school equivalency diploma, officials say.
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Radiational cooling could make mornings colder than forecast, meteorologist says
A meteorologist warned that clear skies and light winds may drive temperatures below current forecasts, possibly matching or undercutting an image posted with the forecast.
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Trump praises Susie Wiles’ cancer fight at Washington gala
At a Washington gala, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles said she was diagnosed with cancer nine weeks ago as President Donald Trump said in a video that she is “winning it decisively.”
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March Madness at 76: A Bigger Tournament, a Bigger Test
The selection committees have pushed March Madness past its familiar threshold — both the men’s and women’s fields will expand to 76 teams — and now the sport must prove whether that extra room makes the tournament richer or just messier.
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Tennessee lawmaker urges Memphis to secede over new redistricting map
A Tennessee Democrat called for Memphis to secede over a new Republican-led redistricting plan, which was signed into law by Gov. Bill Lee. The map redraws the state’s districts, affecting its only majority-Black district and its sole Democrat in the delegation.
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Proposal would let U.S. Postal Service mail handguns
A Trump administration filing last month would allow Americans to send concealable handguns through the U.S. mail, the proposed rule says.
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NAACP files emergency petition to block Tennessee redistricting plan
The NAACP on Thursday asked a Davidson County court to block a new Tennessee redistricting plan, saying it would remove the state’s only majority-Black congressional district and violate the state constitution.
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Trump visits Reflecting Pool, criticizes Obama-era project as costly disaster
President Donald Trump inspected the National Mall’s Reflecting Pool, highlighting a recent $1.8 million restoration and criticizing previous spending under Obama. He also unveiled a new color for the site.
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LIV Golf players express loyalty amid funding uncertainties
Several LIV Golf players have reaffirmed their commitment to the tour despite the Saudi-backed funding ending after 2026, highlighting confidence in LIV’s future and its unique format.
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U.S. says it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command said Thursday that U.S. forces intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and struck Iranian military facilities it said were responsible.
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North Korea says it will deploy long-range artillery capable of striking Seoul
State media reported that North Korea will deploy new long-range artillery systems able to reach the Seoul area this year and will commission its first naval destroyer in coming weeks.
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Valincius, Chance fuel Mississippi State to 10-3 Game 1 win over Auburn
Tomas Valincius dominated on the mound and Bryce Chance hit his second grand slam of the season as Mississippi State beat Auburn 10-3 in Game 1. Broadcasters broke down the win and discussed rumors about Ryan McPherson.
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Several Mississippi schools among thousands hit in Canvas cyberattack
Canvas parent Instructure said it was the target of a criminal cybersecurity incident as the hacker group ShinyHunters claimed it had breached the company and threatened to leak data from schools unless paid.
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