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This Wednesday (June 10) is deadline to apply for winter storm aid
By SCOTT SIMMONS - Mississippi Emergency Management Agency
Tue,06/09/26-1:57PM , 661 Reads
This Wednesday, June 10, is the deadline for Mississippi residents affected by Winter Storm Fern (DR-4899) to apply for financial assistance. The storm impacted the state from Jan. 23–27, 2026.
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Henry and Julia Hackman
Tue,06/09/26-11:00AM , 1,678 Reads
CHARLESTON — Henry Hackman, Jr. age 93 passed away on Tuesday, June 2, following complications from Parkinson’s. His wife, Julia Roberson Hackman, age 94, passed away Thursday, June 4. Married 74 years, they are still together.
A memorial service was held 2 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at Charleston First Methodist Church.
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Excel Reed
Tue,06/09/26-10:35AM , 930 Reads
CHARLESTON — Excel Reed, age 58, passed away Tuesday, June 2.
Visitaiton will be held 1-5 p.m. Friday, June 12, at Clark-Williams Funeral Home in Greanda.
A celebration of life will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, June 13, at Rocky Branch Missionary Baptist Church near Charleston.

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The entrance sign at George Payne Cossar State Park is pictured on Sept. 22, 2010. (Sun-Sentinel file photo by Clay McFerrin)

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George Payne Cossar, Wall Doxey state parks have reopened, reservations to begin
By SPECIAL TO THE SUN-SENTINEL
Mon,06/08/26-1:35PM , 741 Reads
JACKSON — The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) has announced the reopening of George Payne Cossar State Park in Oakland and Wall Doxey State Park in Holly Springs effective June 5.
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A pickup passes ice-covered bushes on Main Street in Charleston on Jan. 25, 2026. (Sun-Sentinel file photo by Clay McFerrin)

This Wednesday (June 10) is deadline to apply for winter storm aid

This Wednesday, June 10, is the deadline for Mississippi residents affected by Winter Storm Fern (DR-4899) to apply for financial assistance. The storm impacted the state from Jan. 23–27, 2026.

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Chance of Rain: 40%
Max Temp: 91°F
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Dew Point: 72°F
Humidity: 97%
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Sunset: 8:12 PM

Wind Speed: 5 mph
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