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70 Mississippi counties under burn ban as extreme drought conditions continue
SUMMARY: Mississippi is facing severe drought effects, leading to a burn ban in all but 12 counties. Following months of dryness, the Mississippi River Basin's low water levels have increased wildfire risks, especially in pine forests and southern rough. The Mississippi Forestry Commission warns that 90% of wildfires are human-caused, urging caution to prevent fires. Factors like dry cold fronts, high pressure systems, and sea breezes heighten fire dangers. Individuals starting fires may face accountability or fines. The Commission contained a significant fire in Attala County and emphasized the widespread impact and risk of these drought conditions.
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Hinds County supervisors give green light to construction of Mississippi’s largest solar farm
SUMMARY: Hinds County's board of supervisors approved, in a narrow 3-2 vote, the construction of a controversial solar farm near Mississippi's capital city. The Soul City Solar project, developed by Apex Clean Energy, will build a 6,000-square-foot facility despite community opposition over potential property value declines and wildlife impact. Supporters highlight benefits such as powering 95,000 homes with clean electricity, over $700 million in capital investment, 400 construction jobs, 10 long-term jobs, and $150 million in new tax revenue. The project is expected to be operational by late 2027, with construction commencing in 2026.
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SUMMARY: Frank Neville has officially started his role as president of Millsaps College in Jackson, transferring from Georgia Tech where he served as Senior VP of Strategic Initiatives and Chief of Staff. Neville is inspired by Millsaps' student-centric and mission-driven philosophy. At Georgia Tech, he led the strategic plan, administrative improvements, and a culture change program. Neville previously held roles at George Mason University and Thunderbird School of Global Management and served as a diplomat. He holds a political science degree from Carleton College and an MBA from Thunderbird. Neville takes over from Rob Pearigen, who now leads Sewanee: The University of the South.
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SUMMARY: A Gulfport teenager, Lexi Jade Brown (15), was arrested for allegedly attempting to kill her sleeping mother. The Gulfport Police charged her with attempted murder and first-degree arson after responding to a call on Dee Avenue. The mother, found with multiple stab wounds, was attacked while asleep and Brown also tried to start a fire in their home. During questioning, Brown, who claimed her mother had been “suppressing the Black in her,” admitted to planning the murder. She is currently held at the Harrison County Adult Detention Center on a $1.25 million bond, while her mother is receiving treatment at a local hospital.
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