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Authorities warn drivers to stay alert and drive safely after Lt. Stewart was seen in Washington County.

Supplies are now available at Booneville Hardware Building for NEMCC students and community members in need, according to city officials.

Citizens of Booneville can pick up supplies today at the Downtown Hardware Building, with assistance from local organizations and volunteers.

Supplies were delivered to Booneville’s Swift Park Warming Center, which has served more than 40 families amid recent winter storms.

North East Mississippi Community College’s baseball team finishes its brief trip to Panama City Beach with two matchups this afternoon.

The team will host Co-Lin tomorrow with game times at 3 and 5 p.m. Free admission will be offered, though games at Northwest are postponed.

Both lanes on Hwy 78/I-22 westbound are now open, but drivers are urged to exercise caution as conditions may worsen later.

NEMCC baseball has revealed its starting lineup for the season opener in Florida, with the game available via pay-per-view.

Indian River State College’s baseball team routed Northeast in a dominant 14-1 win. NEMCC is scheduled to play two more games tomorrow at the Visit Panama City Beach Classic.

Several Driver Service stations will be closed on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, state officials announced. Residents are advised to plan accordingly.