SUMMARY: Brian O’Connor was introduced as Mississippi State’s new head baseball coach amid fireworks and cheering fans. After 22 seasons at Virginia, O’Connor’s contract reveals a base salary of $2.9 million over four years, with performance incentives up to $3.4 million annually. These bonuses reward achievements like SEC titles and College World Series success. His salary makes him the second-highest paid college baseball coach, behind Tennessee’s Tony Vitello. This is a significant raise from his $1.4 million annual salary at Virginia. Mississippi State also promises top-tier resources for roster building through name, image, and likeness opportunities.

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SUMMARY: As the Sahara dust plume moves across the Atlantic into Mississippi, doctors warn residents to prepare for allergy impacts. The annual dry, dusty air mass may be stronger this year, causing hazy skies and worsened allergy symptoms. The fine particles can irritate eyes, throat, and lungs, posing risks especially for those with asthma or respiratory conditions. The Mississippi Asthma & Allergy Clinic advises limiting outdoor activity during high dust levels, keeping windows closed, using air filtration, continuing medications, and consulting a doctor if symptoms worsen. Awareness and preparation are key to managing symptoms effectively.

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SUMMARY: Ridgeland voters approved a temporary sales tax increase to fund a major expansion of Freedom Ridge Park after a 2024 referendum initially failed. The new tax adds 2% to hotels and 1% to restaurants, with a phase-out after project completion. The expansion will increase the park’s capacity from 24 to 100 teams, adding amenities like lit pickleball courts, artificial turf fields, batting cages, event spaces, trails, and playgrounds. City leaders expect the upgrade to attract large regional and national tournaments, boosting tourism, local business revenue, and Ridgeland’s reputation as a sports destination.

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