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Another round of rain and storms is likely on our Friday, so be sure to keep the rain gear handy.

According to Winston County EMA Director Buddy King, an emergency water rescue had to be made when a home was flooded. King also said, while attempting to clear a blocked culvert, a fireman was sucked through by the flooding, but made it out the other side safe.

Changes mandated by the FCC mean temporary inconvenience

Any water for drinking or cooking should first be brought to a hard boil

The state of emergency is extended through September 9, 2020.

Today we saw more heavy rain and thunderstorms, and the rest of the week will be similar. By the weekend we will see temperatures in the upper 80's and chances for rain are 50%-60%.

The university’s fall semester begins August 17.

The university is implementing new protocols and expectations for everyone on campus.

Authorities say a 2-month-old infant suffered a skull fracture, broken ribs and internal injuries.

A water leak had to be repaired, so service was interrupted.

People of all ages are welcome to come down to Archusa Creek Water Park in Quitman Friday night for a fireworks show and more. The event costs $10 per vehicle.

Brent Gregory takes over as the ninth president of East Central Community College

A first offense of aggravated cruelty will be a felony.

The Mississippi Department of Health confirmed 870 new cases and 10 new deaths Thursday.

Supporters say the new law would prevent abortion for Down syndrome or other conditions.

In the last 14 days, 111,052 people have been tested and 11,091 positive cases have been reported.

In response to COVID-19 impacts, face coverings are required by the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians when interacting in public places on tribal lands.

Many local Fourth of July fireworks shows have been canceled, due to COVID-19. One that is still happening is the annual Turkey Creek Fireworks show in Decatur.

Stewart has been an educator for the last 30 years, serving the last 8 as president of ECCC.

46 states and 4 territories will benefit from airport infrastructure grants

Storm chances will actually stick around into the overnight time frame as a complex of showers and storms push across our area.

Gov. Tate Reeves says many are not following "the simplest of rules"

An estimated 19,388 people have recovered from the virus.

In the last 14 days, 111,052 people have been tested and 10,696 positive cases have been reported.

Fireworks shows are available in east Mississippi July 3

The new design will be done by a commission, voters will have to approve

City leaders will reevaluate the need for a curfew July 7.

Rain chances will increase late this afternoon and into the overnight hours. Storms are likely for Thursday as well, but rain chances go down heading into our Fourth of July weekend.

In an announcement posted to the MBCI's official Facebook page, the order suspending all Choctaw Tribal Courts has been extended.

Changes for the coming school year include all faculty and students being required to wear masks, students will attend on different days, and a Hybrid learning model will be introduced.