Mississippi EMA urges residents to prepare for severe weather
Mississippi Emergency Management Agency warns residents to have multiple alert methods as severe weather is expected today and tonight.
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NWS Memphis Warns of Fast-Moving Storms, Possible Tornadoes in Mid-South
The National Weather Service in Memphis says a line of fast-moving storms will move through the Mid-South later today into the evening, bringing a threat of damaging winds and spin-up tornadoes.
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NEMCC Foundation scholarship applications due March 15
The NEMCC Foundation said its application for 2026-2027 scholarships closes March 15. The foundation urged current and incoming students to apply online before the deadline.
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Severe storms, possible tornadoes forecast for all of Mississippi
Forecasters warned the entire state faces severe weather from Sunday evening into early Monday, with damaging winds up to 70 mph, quarter-size hail and possible tornadoes. Residents were urged to stay alert and have multiple ways to receive warnings.
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NWS Memphis warns of 45 mph gusts, possible tornadoes; freeze expected next week
The National Weather Service in Memphis said a wind advisory takes effect at 8 a.m. and a line of strong to severe thunderstorms could arrive by 3 p.m., with damaging winds and possible tornadoes. A cold front will bring much colder temperatures, with a Freeze Warning for Monday and a Freeze Watch for Tuesday.
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Trump’s surgeon general nominee says people should get measles vaccine
Casey Means clarified in written responses that she believes people should receive the measles vaccine, following criticism after her confirmation hearing, according to MS NOW.
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Six U.S. service members killed in Iraq aircraft crash, Pentagon says
The Defense Department confirmed the deaths of six service members in a KC-135 refueling aircraft crash in western Iraq. Their identities have been released.
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Formula 1 cancels April races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia over Iran conflict
Formula 1 and the sport’s governing body said Saturday they have called off the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix scheduled for April, citing the ongoing conflict with Iran.
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Seahawks GM says Washington ‘millionaire tax’ could hurt free-agent recruiting
Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider warned that a newly approved Washington state tax on high earners could make it harder for the team to recruit and sign free agents.
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Kim Jong Un Conducts Live-Fire Rocket Test with Daughter Amid U.S.-South Korea Drills
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a missile test with his teenage daughter as tensions rise during joint military exercises with the U.S. and South Korea.
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Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi Says He’s Ready to Lead After Regime Fall
Reza Pahlavi, the exiled son of Iran’s former shah, announced he is prepared to lead Iran’s transition to democracy once the Islamic Republic falls, as the country faces ongoing unrest.
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Pentagon names six service members killed in Iraq tanker crash
The Pentagon identified six service members who were killed when a KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in Iraq. Tech. Sgt. Tyler H. Simmons was among those named, the department said.
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TSA employees unpaid as shutdown leads to long lines, travel delays
TSA workers have been operating without pay since the Department of Homeland Security shut down last month, and travelers across the U.S. encountered long lines and delays, officials and passengers said.
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Mississippians Protest U.S.-Israeli War on Iran in Jackson
Protesters gathered in Jackson on March 5 to oppose what they described as a U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, the Mississippi Free Press reported. The outlet published a photo gallery of the demonstrators.
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Witnesses say Ted DiBiase Jr. received millions in welfare funds for little work
Testimony in federal court alleges that Mississippi’s former welfare director facilitated millions in funds to retired wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr. with minimal effort, citing personal relationships as a factor.
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Mississippi bill would create panel to study infant, fetal deaths
Lawmakers are working on legislation to establish a review panel under the Mississippi State Department of Health to examine causes of infant and fetal deaths, WJTV reported.
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American Airlines launches weekly direct Jackson-to-Miami flight
American Airlines has started a weekly direct flight between Jackson, Mississippi, and Miami, Florida, WJTV reported. Airport staff marked the launch with Miami-themed decorations ahead of peak vacation season.
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U.S. student loan debt tops $32.4 billion, SmartAsset says
A SmartAsset study reported by Nexstar found unpaid student loan debt totaled more than $32.4 billion at the end of 2025 and that 12.55% of adults are currently paying loans. The Nexstar excerpt did not include state-by-state rankings, including Mississippi’s standing.
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Mississippi sees at least 12 tornadoes as storms cause damage
The National Weather Service confirms at least 12 tornadoes touched down in Mississippi during severe storms Wednesday night. Damage surveys are ongoing.
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Arkansas beats Ole Miss 93-90 in OT to reach SEC final
Arkansas defeated Ole Miss 93-90 in overtime in the SEC Tournament semifinals, ending the Rebels’ run and sending the Razorbacks to the conference championship.
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