SUMMARY: National food personality and bestselling author Elizabeth Heiskell will headline the 11th Annual Women’s Day luncheon at the Sanderson Farms Championship on Sept. 30 at the Country Club of Jackson. Known as the “Debutante Farmer,” Heiskell is a Mississippi Delta native and founder of Elizabeth Heiskell Catering. She appears regularly on NBC’s *TODAY Show* and is the author of several cookbooks. At the luncheon, she’ll share her entrepreneurial journey and breast cancer survival story. The event, sponsored by International Paper, kicks off Mississippi’s only PGA tournament, which runs Sept. 28–Oct. 5. Individual tickets are \$250; tables are \$1,800.

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SUMMARY: Brian O’Connor, recently named Mississippi State’s head baseball coach, is swiftly rebuilding the program with a focus on roster retention, staff continuity, and long-term success. Bringing key assistants from Virginia and retaining pitching coach Justin Parker, O’Connor aims to quickly assemble a competitive 2026 team while laying groundwork for sustained excellence. A decorated coach with a national title and seven CWS appearances, he embraces the pressure from MSU’s passionate fanbase and high expectations. With a \$2.9 million salary and a commitment to player development over quick fixes, O’Connor plans to transform Mississippi State into a consistent national contender over several years.

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SUMMARY: U.S. Sen. Roger Wicker and Mississippi Education Board member Mary Werner are advocating to keep the U.S. history assessment in Mississippi’s public schools. Though not federally mandated, the state board’s commission voted to eliminate the test, pending a final decision. Wicker and Werner argue the test ensures students graduate with essential civic knowledge. Topics covered include major political ideologies, landmark events, and government functions. Opponents argue cutting the test allows more focus on career training and reduces “teaching to the test.” Wicker and Werner maintain the benefits outweigh the trade-offs, emphasizing history’s role in preparing responsible future voters.

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