Memorial Day travel push: Mississippi Highway Patrol is ramping up patrols for the holiday, flagging impaired driving, speeding, and distractions as the big risks while urging drivers to slow down in construction zones and bad-weather moments. Coast safety update: Water contact advisories are in effect along the Gulf Coast from Bay St. Louis to Biloxi due to high bacteria levels—beaches stay open, but officials say avoid the water, especially if you have open wounds or are immunocompromised. Roadside reminders: Meridian police are joining the “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement campaign through May 31, targeting nighttime crashes where unbuckled drivers are more likely to be hurt. Travel friction: Mississippians report driver’s license scanning problems at TSA and some retail spots, adding stress right as families head out. Summer vibe, with a weather caveat: Tuesday starts warm and foggy, with showers and storms possible this afternoon and heat building into the low 90s. Family-friendly travel upgrades: The FAA is funding more airport amenities for families, including a Mississippi grant for a family-friendly security screening lane. Local spotlight: Jellystone Park™ Pelahatchie near Jackson and Great Escapes RV Resorts North Texas both earned national USA TODAY 10Best recognition.