SUMMARY: This weekend in Mississippi, various events will cater to diverse interests. In Jackson, highlights include Fun Friday exploring dinosaur defense methods, a flag conservation talk, Belhaven Block Party, Fleet Feet Coffee Run, Juneteenth Extravaganza, and Day of Unity in Natchez, plus a Cheeseburger Challenge. Tattoo festivals, PAW Patrol exhibits, museum exhibitions like “Thank You Please Come Again,” and youth fishing rodeos offer varied attractions. Additional festivities in Hattiesburg feature Beethoven-inspired music, African American music celebrations, Native American culture exhibits, karaoke, farmers markets, and Father's Day dinners. These events celebrate local culture, history, art, and community.

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SUMMARY: In Columbus, Mississippi, temperatures will rise significantly, reaching the mid to upper 90s in the coming days and potentially hitting 100 degrees over the weekend. Friday will be mostly sunny with highs in the mid-90s and heat indices near 100 degrees. The weekend will see temperatures in the upper 90s, possibly reaching 100 degrees, particularly on Sunday, with heat indices up to 105 degrees. A few late afternoon showers are possible on Sunday, but rain coverage will be minimal. Next week will remain dry, hot, and humid with scattered showers possible but highs staying at or above 90 degrees.

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SUMMARY: A Biloxi couple was arrested for the death of their five-month-old child. Police responded to Merit Health Biloxi on June 13 and found that 20-year-old Summer Rose Hill and 21-year-old Takavian Keivon Gibbs had brought their deceased child to the emergency room. Medical staff discovered multiple injuries consistent with abuse. Both Hill and Gibbs were charged with child abuse and received a $500,000 bond each. They are to be booked into the Harrison County Adult Detention Center. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges may follow. Information can be reported to the Biloxi Police Department.

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