SUMMARY: New Orleans’ French Quarter has been transformed by IV Waste, led by Sidney Torres IV, whose company has tackled longstanding trash and sanitation issues with daily power-washing and a lemon-scented cleaning formula. Residents and business owners praise the improved cleanliness, vital to the attraction of over 19 million visitors annually. However, a legal battle has erupted after Mayor LaToya Cantrell decided to replace IV Waste with another firm, Henry Consulting, despite concerns about their preparedness and higher costs. The dispute involves city council opposition, ongoing lawsuits, and a new state law allowing the local management district to select their preferred garbage collector, currently IV Waste.

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SUMMARY: East Central High School football, under fourth-year coach Sam Huff, is focused on effort, attitude, and toughness as it rebuilds after a 2-8 2024 season. Despite losing many seniors, the 2025 Hornets return seven key players on defense and offense, with defense expected to be a strong point. Offensively, there’s increased passing and competition at quarterback between Kash Litton and Maddox Dunn. The team has shown strong summer work ethic, with 47% exceeding workout requirements, highlighted by senior Jeffery Jackson winning the “Baddest Hornet” title again. The Hornets open the season against Greene County, aiming to improve by challenging tougher opponents.

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SUMMARY: In Pass Christian, Mississippi, Weylin Necaise, who has Williams Syndrome, sits daily outside Divine Grace, a new family business, offering support and ministry to the community. Despite his developmental challenges and past hospitalizations, Weylin shares his testimony of healing and strength. The community is rallying to gift him a comfortable rocking chair after noticing he sat in a hot folding chair. Over $500 was raised via GoFundMe and donations for the chair. Weylin aims to continue ministering to the brokenhearted and lost, expressing gratitude for the support. His new chair is expected next week, while he continues warmly greeting visitors.

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