SUMMARY: On Sunday, storm chasers tracked a supercell storm from western to central Oklahoma after initially experiencing a few uneventful days traveling through west Texas and New Mexico. High-based storms developed in the Texas Panhandle around 3 PM, moving into western Oklahoma by late afternoon. A notable supercell formed between Cheyenne and Woodward, showcasing clear mid-level rotation and an impressive updraft. Throughout the chase, the storm cycled multiple times, producing various wall clouds and funnels. Near Hydro, Oklahoma, a funnel descended low from a rotating wall cloud, though no tornado was directly observed due to possible rain-wrapping.

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SUMMARY: Columbus, Mississippi (WCBI) – The work week begins with warm, sunny weather and highs in the upper 80s, rising to the 90s by Tuesday. Skies will remain mostly clear today and tomorrow, necessitating sunglasses and sunscreen due to high UV index. Night temperatures will drop to the mid-60s. Clouds will start to gather by late Wednesday, with showers developing Thursday and an increasing chance of scattered thunderstorms by Friday. Winds will be calm out of the SSE at 5 mph. Overall, a summery start to the week before wetter conditions develop later on.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi State's spring semester has ended, with seniors graduating and many students moving home for the summer. This seasonal migration causes a dip in local businesses' foot traffic. Brikley Spencer from Maroon and Co. noted that they offer promotions to attract customers. Bart Wood of Little Dooey mentioned that while there's a slowdown, recent developments like Cornerstone Park tournaments and MSU camps keep Starkville active. Both businesses largely employ college students, but the summer schedule balances staffing needs. Despite past challenges, Wood says conditions have improved, and they adapt annually, considering even shortening hours during slower periods.

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