SUMMARY: Several school districts on the Mississippi Gulf Coast are closing ahead of Tropical Storm Francine, which is expected to strike Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane. Notable closures include the Hancock County School District, Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District, Biloxi School District, and Harrison County School District, along with various private institutions like Our Lady Academy and Coast Episcopal School. Classes will be canceled primarily on Wednesday, with some districts also closing on Thursday. Although Francine is forecast to land in Louisiana, Mississippi residents are advised to prepare for potential storm impacts.

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SUMMARY: Residents along the Mississippi Gulf Coast and parts of the Pine Belt are urged to prepare for Tropical Storm Francine, expected to make landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) advises having a go-kit ready with essentials like food, water, and important documents, and to keep a battery-powered radio for updates. Over 100,000 sandbags have been distributed across south Mississippi to assist with storm preparation. Residents can collect sandbags at designated locations but must bring their own shovels. MEMA aims to help residents feel prepared ahead of the storm.

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SUMMARY: Charlotte Pegues, vice chancellor for student affairs at the University of Mississippi, has been indicted on 10 counts of animal cruelty, following her husband Terry Pegues’ arrest for the same crime. She was indicted after 20 malnourished animals were rescued from their Oxford home, where 10 dead dogs were found. Pegues’ bond was set at $75,000. Following the indictment, she insists on her innocence and has taken a voluntary leave of absence from her university role. Her legal counsel states that she has dedicated her life to service and will defend against these charges to preserve her reputation.

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