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Whitney Smith is available to help students with prom forms and payments during designated times.

Drivers in the Mid-South are warned to be cautious this morning due to fog, which is expected to clear by late morning.

Thunderstorm chances increase late morning mainly south of the Tennessee-Mississippi line, with a risk of strong storms in northeast Mississippi this afternoon.

The National Weather Service has launched its summer student volunteer program, inviting college students to work alongside meteorologists. Applications are now open.

Light showers are ongoing in the Mid-South, with rain chances expected to rise overnight and into tomorrow. An isolated thunderstorm is also possible.

Students are urged to submit their PEPA scholarship applications promptly, including required essays and recommendations.

The University of Mississippi Medical Center is making headway in its response to a cyberattack, with hospitals and emergency services operational in several counties.

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A virtual storm spotter training session will be held tonight. Registration is still open for those who wish to participate.

Officials remind beachgoers to stay safe during rip currents with simple survival tips for Spring Break travelers.