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New area code rolling out for parts of Mississippi. Here’s where
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Public Service Commission (PSC) approved a new area code, 471, effective June 13, to address the depletion of available numbers in the 662 area code by late 2026. Existing 662 customers will retain their numbers, while new or additional lines might use the 471 code. Ten-digit dialing remains in effect. The 471 area code will cover all counties in PSC's Northern District and some in the Central District. No immediate action is required from customers, with further updates planned for late 2025 or early 2026.
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Mississippians encouraged to practice firework safety during July 4th holiday
SUMMARY: As the Fourth of July nears, Dr. Derek Culnan, a burn specialist at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Jackson, stresses the importance of fireworks safety. He observes an increase in serious burns during this period and advises having specific safety roles: a sober designated shooter, a person responsible for safety with water or a hose handy, and someone to keep children clear of fireworks. Sparklers, in particular, can quickly burn children. Taking these precautions can help ensure a safe celebration.
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Pleasant for now…bringing back the humidity and rain
SUMMARY: Drier air moved into Columbus, Mississippi, after Sunday's cold front, making the hot temperatures more bearable. Tonight will be mild and clear with temperatures dropping to the mid-60s. Tuesday will be dry and hotter, reaching the upper 90s with a few clouds by nightfall and lows in the mid-70s. Humidity and rain chances will return mid-week. The rest of the week will see highs in the mid-90s with increasing cloud cover and scattered showers likely by the weekend.
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Columbus native Chuck Box hired by Texas as Director of Program Development
SUMMARY: Chuck Box, a Columbus native, was appointed as Texas baseball's director of program development. Previously, he held the same position at Texas A&M for three years, following head coach Jim Schlossnagle from College Station to Austin. Box's tenure at Texas A&M saw the Aggies reach the College World Series twice in three seasons, including a recent championship series appearance, where they lost to Tennessee. Before joining the SEC, Box coached Jackson Prep and Hartfield Academy for 16 seasons and served as the head coach at ICC from 1998 to 2002.
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