SUMMARY: Following a federal panel’s order, Mississippi’s Board of Election Commissioners proposed new Senate districts in DeSoto County to address the NAACP’s concerns about Black voting dilution. The plan, backed by Republican officials, designates Senate District 2 as a majority-minority district but reduces Black representation in District 11. The NAACP is likely to challenge the proposal, as it seeks guarantees for Black voter representation. New election timelines will take effect if approved, with deadlines set for candidate qualifying and absentee voting. Should the proposal fail, judges may redraw the districts themselves and implement the revised election schedule.

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SUMMARY: William Carey University has promoted Jessica Garriga to head women’s basketball coach after a decade as an assistant. She succeeds Tracy English, who will focus on his role as athletic director following a perfect 2024-25 season. Garriga, a former player at William Carey, has previously helped the team achieve two conference championships. She was recently honored as the NAIA Assistant Coach of the Year. Expressing her gratitude for the opportunity, Garriga aims to continue the program’s success. She also serves as an assistant athletic director and will lead the Crusaders as they begin the 2025-26 season in November.

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SUMMARY: Nearly six weeks after 18 tornadoes struck Mississippi, resulting in seven deaths and numerous injuries, the state is still awaiting a response from the White House regarding federal assistance. Governor Tate Reeves formally requested FEMA aid for 20 counties on April 1, but as of now, the decision is pending President Trump’s signature. Mississippi Emergency Management Agency has completed necessary assessments for assistance, citing the need for support due to extensive damage from the tornadoes and severe weather. Meanwhile, neighboring Arkansas is also seeking federal help after similar devastation, having been denied assistance initially.

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