Mississippi

Ripley officials invite residents to share thank-you drawings for utility workers and public works crews to help spread appreciation.

Mississippi authorities are diverting traffic and closing roads amid icy conditions. Crews are working to remove ice from highways, prompting several closures and detours.

MDOT urges residents to stay off the roads amid winter weather. Crews are actively plowing on I-55 in Panola County.

The northbound lanes of I-55 and all lanes of I-22/U.S. 78 are closed in northern Mississippi for ice removal, authorities say.

Authorities urge residents to be cautious around buildings and overhangs as snow and ice slides pose dangers.

The National Weather Service warns against travel in northwest Mississippi as icy conditions worsen with dropping temperatures.

This weekend will be cold, with highs in the 20s, but temperatures are expected to rise into the 40s next week, according to forecasts.

The American Red Cross will host a warming shelter at First Baptist Church in Ripley starting at 7 p.m. tonight. The shelter is open to all and welcomes pets in crates.

The American Red Cross is opening a warming shelter at First Baptist Church in Ripley tonight at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome, with no need to call ahead or show ID.

Ripley officials provided an update on water and gas services, highlighting ongoing restoration efforts and urging conservation.