Delta Business & Purpose: Clarksdale hosted the Higher Purpose Fest business summit at the Coahoma County Higher Education Center, bringing Delta and Mid-South owners together for talks on financial literacy and “purpose” (Higher Purpose Hub). College Savings Relief: Mississippi State Treasurer David McRae announced nearly 20% lower fees for the Mississippi Affordable College Savings 529 Plan after an investment transition. Education-to-Workforce Push: The Mississippi Department of Education launched the Classroom to Career Network, mapping career awareness from kindergarten through high school and expanding career/technical education. Preschool Under Fire: Providers and families are reacting to a federal Head Start proposal they say would gut preschool supports, including changes to key program standards. Legal Fight Over “Citizen Suits”: Right-leaning groups, the Trump administration, and Elon Musk’s xAI are challenging the ability of private citizens and groups to sue to enforce laws—an issue that could reshape corporate and environmental accountability, including a Clean Air Act case tied to turbines in Southaven. Digital Skills Grant: Sparklight awarded $7,500 to the Wayfinder Initiative’s Project SPARK to help Gulf Coast residents build practical tech skills. Local Sports Leadership: Miles Community College announced new head coaches for men’s basketball and softball as the fall season approaches. Community & Culture: UAPB’s dean received an international education award, highlighting global learning efforts in Arkansas.