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More rain on the way
SUMMARY: Unsettled weather persists in Columbus, Mississippi, through the weekend and into next week. Friday night sees continued showers, storms, and heavy clouds, keeping temperatures in the upper 60s. Saturday will have a higher chance of showers and storms, with cooler highs in the lower 80s, and rain expected throughout the day. Sunday maintains light showers with temperatures slightly warmer, reaching the mid-80s. The unsettled pattern persists into next week, with temperatures rising to the upper 80s or lower 90s. Rain and heavy clouds will likely begin to clear by Thursday, with mild overnight lows staying in the upper 60s.
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SUMMARY: After storms with a cold front, northeast Mississippi will experience dry and clear weather this weekend. Saturday and Sunday will see high temperatures in the lower 90s, with partly to mostly cloudy skies and low chances (20%) of isolated showers. Night temperatures will drop to the low to mid-70s, creating warm and muggy conditions, and heat indices could exceed 100. Next week, remnants of Beryl will impact the area, likely bringing rainy days and potentially gusty winds from Tuesday to Thursday. Beryl is expected to weaken into a tropical depression as it moves inland, passing near the area by mid-week.
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SUMMARY: A Hattiesburg man, Tobias Smith, was arrested for allegedly making a bomb threat against Georgia Pacific Plywood in Smith County, Mississippi. The threat, received via text on July 5, led to the evacuation of employees. Smith, 27, was apprehended at the scene and charged with one count of terroristic threats. Before employees returned, bomb dogs searched the site for explosives. Smith is currently held at the Smith County Jail, awaiting a bond hearing. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Smith County Sheriff's Office.
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SUMMARY: This Fourth of July weekend in the Golden Triangle Region of Mississippi features several events and reunions, including the 19th annual Southside Blues Festival in Columbus. Ward 1 Councilwoman Ethel Stewart notes the festival provides a venue for families to enhance their holiday gatherings. Co-creator Jeff Smith shares that the event was started to offer something enjoyable for returning families. Additionally, the Oktibbeha County Training School reunion in Starkville and the Hunt High School First Historic Reunion are also taking place, aiming to bring the community together and raise scholarship funds. These events foster communal bonding and celebration.
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