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Temperatures will stay cooler through the weekend with highs in the 60s and 70s, before warming next week, according to weather forecasts.

Participants are encouraged to join CoCoRaHS to mark the final day of the Rain Gauge Rally 2026. Rain gauge purchases are available online.

Survey teams identified damage consistent with an EF-0 tornado from Tuesday’s storms in Pollard, Arkansas, adding to the storm’s impact report.

The second-round Class 5A playoff game features Gameday against Lafayette on Wednesday evening at WV Brewer Field.

The MHSAA second-round playoffs began Wednesday at Lady Trojan Field with a matchup between the Lady Trojans and New Hope.

Mayor Mike Nesbit met with officials to discuss plans for expanding utilities in Ecru. The project is expected to take several months before funding is confirmed.

A low to medium chance of showers is forecasted south of I-40 on Friday, but clear skies are expected for the weekend with warm temperatures.

Officials are requesting reports of damage caused by severe weather that occurred Monday and Tuesday. Residents are encouraged to submit their storm reports.

A survey team identified damage consistent with an EF-0 tornado in Dyersburg after storms on Tuesday morning. Additional survey work continues in nearby areas.