SUMMARY: Southern Miss has extended head baseball coach Christian Ostrander’s contract through 2029, announced by AD Jeremy McClain. Ostrander, formerly pitching coach, succeeded Scott Berry and has quickly enhanced the program, becoming the fifth coach since 1959. In his first two seasons, Ostrander achieved 90 wins, led two NCAA Tournament appearances, and maintained Southern Miss’ impressive streak of consecutive 30- and 40-win seasons. The 2025 team went 47-16, tying the school’s second-most wins. The 2024 season ended 43-20. The 2026 schedule will include the Round Rock Classic in Texas, competing with teams like Oregon State and Baylor.

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SUMMARY: Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, co-founder of Turning Point USA and supporter of President Trump, was fatally shot during a speaking event at Utah Valley University. The president confirmed Kirk’s death and praised him as a patriot and man of faith. FBI initially detained an elderly suspect but later released him; investigations continue. Kirk, 31, was a husband and father known for debating political issues and promoting traditional Christian values. Political leaders, including Mississippi officials, condemned the violence and expressed condolences. Governor Tate Reeves ordered flags at half-staff through September 14 in Kirk’s honor. President Trump criticized divisive rhetoric as fueling such violence.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Public Service Commission announced a $12,500 daily fine against the city of Holly Springs for failing to provide adequate utility services through the Holly Springs Utility Department (HSUD). The fine will continue until the city improves its services or opts to sell the utility. The commission cited mismanagement, including improper use of funds and poor maintenance, resulting in frequent power outages affecting about 12,000 customers, many living outside city limits. The commission may seek to place HSUD under third-party receivership. Despite leadership changes and cooperation from the new mayor, no viable plan to fix HSUD has been presented, prompting regulatory enforcement.

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