Local Politics & Civil Rights: Priscilla Till, cousin of Emmett Till, announced her bid for Mississippi governor at Jackson State University, pitching civil rights protections, Medicaid/health access, worker rights, clean water, and a tougher stance on violence and incarceration. Education & Inclusion: Laurel’s Wonderfully Wired Institute for Learning is opening to serve students needing individualized support, including level three autism and sensory/learning disorders, with plans to expand therapy services. Infrastructure & Daily Life: Sen. Roger Wicker announced a $44M federal grant for DeSoto County road and traffic upgrades along I-55/I-69, adding lanes and improving key interchanges. Community Culture: Ocean Springs installed gateway sculptures inspired by Walter Anderson, with a public unveiling set for Oct. 1. Campus & Leadership: Ole Miss marked its August 2026 graduates, while Mississippi’s longest-serving chancellor, Vicki R. Barnes, died at 71. Family & Health: KVC Missouri is offering a free home-visiting program to help parents keep babies healthier and safer. Sports & Local Pride: Red Bay edged Belmont 22-20 in overtime for a rivalry milestone win. Fall Fun: Cruisin’ the Coast returns for its 30th anniversary Oct. 4–11 with events across South Mississippi.