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The Greenville/Washington County Alumni Chapter is hosting a cake sale to benefit Jackson State University students and programs. Orders are due Jan. 30.

Authorities disrupted a dog fighting operation near Sardis, Mississippi, arresting four individuals and rescuing 23 dogs, with more arrests expected, officials said.

A wintry mix is expected to hit parts of Mississippi starting late Friday, with potential travel hazards, downed trees, and power outages forecasted through the weekend.

A major winter storm is expected to affect the region this weekend, with more details to follow as the week progresses.

Workshops aimed at helping private landowners use fire to improve wildlife habitat and manage timber are scheduled for February and March 2026 in Mississippi.

Students returned to campus for the first week of classes, engaging in activities and building connections, college officials say.

Margaret Karr, an instructor at Mississippi Delta Community College, received a Paul Harris recognition from the Rotary Club of Greenville for her community service efforts.

A second-grade class at O’Bannon Elementary won the city’s recycling competition, earning an ice cream party and recognition from Mayor Errick D. Simmons.

The city of Greenville will host a community meeting and public hearing on a proposed ordinance to close businesses at 1 a.m. on Jan. 28, 2026.

Authorities detained individuals for various offenses, including theft, gambling, and driving violations, during the week of Jan. 12-18 in 2026.