SUMMARY: During Hurricane Preparedness Week, Mississippi was allocated nearly $5 million to upgrade evacuation routes. This funding, part of the federal PROTECT Grant, will enhance contraflow systems on I-55 and I-59, used exclusively for hurricane evacuations. The grant allows for extending contraflow routes and adding gates, signage, and mile markers to improve traffic flow on these highways. MDOT emphasizes the necessity of efficient evacuation strategies for coastal safety. The project, still in the design phase, is expected to start in 2025, with aims to bolster safety and efficiency during natural disasters.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi State baseball team has risen in the rankings, now sitting at No. 14 according to D1Baseball and No. 12 according to Baseball America. Following a successful week with a win over Ole Miss and two out of three wins against Alabama, the team continues to build momentum as they prepare for a critical series against Arkansas. With a record of 32-16 and a 14-10 SEC standing, they potentially stand to host a regional if they can secure at least one win against the Razorbacks and perform well in upcoming games. Southern Miss did not rank in the latest listings despite a successful sweep over Coastal Carolina, while Ole Miss needs to secure a spot in the SEC Tournament after two wins against Auburn.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi senators Wicker and Hyde-Smith are pushing for every new car in the U.S. to include AM radio, through the “AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.” With support from 60 senators and 249 House members, the bipartisan bill, introduced by Senators Markey and Cruz, would mandate the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to ensure free AM radios in cars, citing its vital role in emergencies. The initiative counters automakers' recent trend of omitting AM radios due to electromagnetic interference, especially in electric vehicles. An identical House bill also has significant support.

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