Author: Jon Ross Myers

Governor Tate Reeves provided an update on Mississippi’s response to ongoing winter weather, confirming two fatalities and ongoing emergency efforts.

Mississippi residents are advised to prepare for extreme cold, with officials urging caution and providing resources for shelter.

Mississippi has deployed 500 National Guard troops to assist with response efforts following severe winter weather. The state faces widespread power outages and infrastructural damage.

Officials warn residents of frigid temperatures and offer safety tips for using space heaters amid ongoing cold weather across Mississippi.

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Homeowners should be aware of potential winter water damage caused by snow buildup, ice dams, and attic condensation. Experts recommend vigilance and maintenance to prevent costly repairs.

Utility crews are monitoring storm impacts and coordinating efforts to restore power safely, officials say.

The New Albany Municipal Court office will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, and court proceedings scheduled for Jan. 28 are canceled, officials announced.

The district will close classes on Jan. 27 and 28 due to weather-related road and utility issues, officials say.

Rhonda Grammer’s watercolor class scheduled for tomorrow night has been postponed, citing power outages affecting both the instructor and the museum.