AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoNorthern Gulf Institute Leadership: Mississippi State’s Jamie Dyer has been named director of the NOAA-linked Northern Gulf Institute, continuing her research and education push for Gulf Coast climate, weather, and coastal ecosystem work. Voting Rights & Civic Prep: Mississippi Votes Action Fund held an Election Protection Academy at Southern Miss in Hattiesburg, training volunteers on polling-day help, misinformation response, and incident reporting. Local Arts & Community: Columbus’ Meridian Lauderdale County Public Library welcomed new executive director Floyd Council, highlighting the library’s role in preserving Mississippi history and expanding access. Jackson Community Calendar: Jackson residents can plug into Saturday’s Emmett Till Educational Tour and a Pride + Power Summit focused on voting, leadership, and community safety. Education & Theater: Mississippi University for Women and MSMS are teaming up to stage Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible” in November, with auditions open to students and the public. Public Safety & Justice: A Nigerian man accused in a Starkville teen’s sextortion death has been extradited to Mississippi, facing serious charges tied to the case. Culture Notes: A new queer film retrospective spotlights Bugs Bunny as a queer icon, while local entertainment coverage includes a watercolor exhibition opening in Little Rock.
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