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Mississippi Delta Community College marked its 100th anniversary with a coronation ceremony honoring student leadership and academic achievement in Greenville.

Areas of dense fog are expected to limit visibility to a quarter mile or less across far southern Mississippi through 9 a.m. Wednesday, with patchy fog possible as far north as Interstate 20.

Fire conditions are expected to worsen through Saturday due to wind, low humidity, and dry fuels, with a cold front bringing gusty winds on Friday.

A cold front arriving Friday will cause widespread gusty winds, potentially affecting trees and high-profile vehicles.

Meteorologists emphasize caution as lightning from storms can travel significant distances, posing risks even when storms are not directly overhead.

Meteorologists warn that severe storms may bring powerful straight-line winds, causing widespread damage with little warning.

Not all storms with heavy rain or lightning qualify as severe thunderstorms, officials say. Criteria guide warning decisions.

The Panola County Sheriff’s Office expressed its sympathies to the family of Ida Margaret Bryan, known as ‘Ms. Ida,’ a longtime public servant and former sheriff.

Meteorologists warn that lightning from thunderstorms can strike as far as 10 miles from the storm. Experts advise taking precautions during storms.

Mayor Errick D. Simmons joined leaders to tour the ongoing construction of the Delta Blues Advanced Power Station, a $1.2 billion energy project in Mississippi Delta.