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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five disaster service centers at noon Aug. 18 to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur in June, the agency said.
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Women gathered in Jackson for the Women Inspire Women Luncheon to elevate mindsets, foster community and raise money for breast cancer awareness, organizers said.
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Commentators Brian Hadad and Carlo Barone said Mississippi State’s first preseason scrimmage raised questions about whether the roster can sustain aggressive play calling by Jeff Lebby and Zach Arnett.
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Scott Colom, a Democrat and district attorney from Mississippi, is attempting to defeat Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, a feat not achieved since 1942. His campaign faces long odds in a heavily Republican state.
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The Corinth Elks Lodge contributed $4,100 to the NEMCC FFA Alumni during the third annual Bobby Wayne Memorial Dart Tournament, honoring the late land-loving enthusiast.
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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will open five Disaster Service Centers at noon Tuesday to help residents affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, the agency said.
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Forecasters say the heat wave will persist through Wednesday with afternoon heat index values between 105 and 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Cooler conditions and lower heat indices are expected by next weekend.
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The National Weather Service in Memphis, Tennessee warned in a social media post that oppressive heat will return tomorrow and urged residents to limit outdoor time, use air conditioning and stay hydrated.
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The Memphis office of the National Weather Service warned that widespread heat index values will exceed 110 degrees this afternoon after six days of high heat and humidity, and urged residents to take immediate precautions.
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California Highway Patrol says a canine officer stopped an SUV Aug. 12 and found about 30 pounds of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value of $817,200. The driver was booked on drug charges.
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Rep. Tom Tiffany declined to say whether former President Donald Trump will campaign with him as he runs for Wisconsin governor.
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The Navy is considering changes to incoming Ford-class aircraft carriers to match President Donald Trump’s preference for a World War II–era look, The Washington Post reported Saturday.
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Adm. Brad Cooper, commander of U.S. Central Command, visited the USS Abraham Lincoln during a 10-day trip to the Middle East, according to Centcom.
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A woman running alone on a trail in Anchorage used bear spray to escape a brown bear and was taken to a hospital, the Alaska Department of Fish and Game said.
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A sideline moment during a Falcons preseason game has gone viral, featuring Michael Penix Jr. and Tua Tagovailoa in what could be the meme of the year. Both quarterbacks made notable appearances in the game.
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Jefry Yan jumped into his trademark strikeout celebration before the third strike was called Saturday, then recovered to record a strikeout and get the win in the Mets’ walk-off victory, according to Fox News.
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Video evidence led police to Dr. Steven Milner, who is accused of killing Kenny Fandrich, the husband of a former employee.
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The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies offers 12-week internships in four departments to give students hands-on experience in research and marine mammal care, the institute said.
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Board disagreements and alleged policy violations have left the West Bolivar Consolidated School District in turmoil as classes begin, the Mississippi Free Press reported.
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Faith leaders in Jackson called on Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson to retract statements about banning Sharia law, calling them misleading and inflammatory, WJTV reported. Gipson told WJTV he will not back away from his stance if elected governor.
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