SUMMARY: The Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia, Resurrection Catholic School Choir, and Sean Gasaway of the Mississippi Songwriters Alliance (MSA) collaborated to create the inspirational song “His Story,” which highlights Jesus Christ’s impact. This project emerged from MSA’s Mississippi Music Arts Therapy (MMAT) program, promoting student growth through music therapy, songwriting, and creative expression. Lucretia Simpson, a dyslexia teacher, initiated songwriting workshops to help her students. The song’s chorus was developed at Lighthouse, then completed with the RCS choir under music teacher Vicki Bosarge. Funded by a Leo Seal grant, the song was recorded with 140 students and released May 2, 2025, supporting both schools financially, with all proceeds benefiting them.

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SUMMARY: Chef Jon “JD” Davis of City Grocery in Oxford, Mississippi, won the 2025 King of Mississippi Seafood title at the state’s annual seafood cook-off in Gulfport. Competing against six other chefs with a 50-minute time limit, Davis created a fried Mississippi snapper dish with crawfish-fried farro, Thai basil dressing, and a blood orange fennel salad. He plans a new, uniquely Mississippi-inspired dish for The Great American Seafood Cook-Off in New Orleans this August. City Grocery, a historic Oxford restaurant, updates its menu every six weeks, blending classic and modern inspirations. Chef JD’s King of Mississippi Seafood crown is now displayed at the restaurant.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi summers bring rising heat and humidity, making it essential to stay cool and safe. Key tips include staying well-hydrated by drinking at least eight to twelve cups of water daily, especially in hot climates. Keeping up with regular doctor visits helps monitor health during extreme temperatures. Pay close attention to warning signs like dizziness or lightheadedness, and seek medical advice if symptoms persist. Ice packs are useful for quick cooling and easing heat-related headaches. Wearing light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable fabrics such as linen helps maintain comfort. Following these steps can help residents beat the heat effectively throughout the summer.

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