SUMMARY: Edgar Vasquez Silva was born in Mexico and brought to the U.S. at age three. Now a sheriff’s deputy in Mississippi, he is not a naturalized citizen but holds pride in his community. Limited work options led him to construction until the 2012 DACA program enabled him lawful employment and a path to law enforcement. Despite restrictions barring him from patrol duties, he serves helping bridge communication with Hispanic residents. Silva remains hopeful for a permanent DACA solution amid ongoing legal challenges. He expresses gratitude for America and desires citizenship, viewing himself as a valued community member contributing to public safety.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi College in Clinton fosters musical talent through its Department of Music and beyond. Students like Nate Brock, who formed the band Broken Halos during the COVID-19 pandemic, combine indie rock with Southern influences. The Institute for Southern Storytelling, originally focused on literature, now supports student musicians by offering unique opportunities like live recordings. Students like Gabe Williams, a Christian solo artist, use the institute’s resources to create music with spiritual themes. These “dorm-room producers” are proving that creativity and community are key to launching successful musical careers, even without formal training or access to professional studios.

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SUMMARY: The Atlanta Falcons were fined $250,000 and Defensive Coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 after Ulbrich’s son, Jax, participated in a prank call to Shedeur Sanders during the NFL draft. Jax accidentally found Sanders’ draft contact number on an open iPad at home and handed it to a friend who made the prank call. The Falcons accepted the NFL’s discipline, apologized to Sanders and his family, and emphasized continued adherence to security policies. Jax and the Ulbrich family are working on community service related to the incident. The NFL is still investigating other prank calls made during the draft, unrelated to the Falcons case.

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