SUMMARY: Mississippi’s State Board of Education voted to eliminate the U.S. History statewide assessment graduation requirement starting in the 2025-26 school year. The test, unlike Algebra I, biology, and English Language Arts assessments, is not mandated by state or federal law. Supporters argue removing the history test allows educators to emphasize workforce training and practical career skills. Despite dropping the test, students must still complete and pass U.S. history courses to graduate. Opponents, including Senator Roger Wicker and board member Mary Werner, believe the test fosters informed citizenship. The decision followed a proposal by the Commission on School Accreditation and public review.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians voted in favor of exploring recreational marijuana use on tribal lands, with 55% of over 2,500 voters supporting a June 10 referendum. While the vote doesn’t legalize use outright, it permits the Tribal Council to conduct feasibility studies and research regulations and public health impacts. Tribal Chief Cyrus Ben emphasized that no immediate changes will occur. The Choctaw join a growing number of Native American groups nationwide examining cannabis reform. Future decisions will include rules on production, sales, and use, particularly on tribal properties in Mississippi and Tennessee, including casinos and residential areas.

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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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