SUMMARY: Mississippi officials reacted strongly to U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites amid Iran-Israel tensions. President Trump announced successful B-2 bomber strikes on Iran’s Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan facilities to halt nuclear enrichment, calling Iran a “bully” and warning of future attacks if peace is not made. Iran vowed to continue its nuclear work despite the strikes. Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson condemned the attacks as an “illegal act of war” without Congressional approval, aligning with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s constitutional concerns. Meanwhile, Governor Tate Reeves, Senator Roger Wicker, and others praised Trump’s decisive military action and called for prayers and support for troops.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi airports have received 52 grants totaling $21.48 million from the FAA’s Airport Improvement and Infrastructure Grant programs. Announced by U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, the funding supports upgrades to airport systems statewide to boost economic development. The Airport Improvement Program awarded $11.58 million to multiple cities and counties, including Jackson Municipal Airport Authority ($3.2 million) and several others like Hattiesburg, Greenville, and Gulfport. The Airport Infrastructure Grant distributed $9.9 million to various municipalities, including Jackson, Tupelo, Olive Branch, and others. Since 2022, FAA funding to Mississippi airports has exceeded $83 million.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi-based C Spire is launching the Liftoff externship program for Jackson metro area high school juniors and seniors with a GPA of 3.5 or higher. The program offers real-world experience in three tracks: Technical (cybersecurity, networking, IT, software development), Business (accounting, finance, operations, supply chain), and Creative (digital marketing, PR, social media, sports marketing). Students will gain essential skills and network with industry professionals. Select participants will receive one-time scholarships for in-state colleges. Applications, requiring a recommendation letter and essay, are due by August 31, with up to 10 students chosen for fall externship at C Spire headquarters.

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