UMMC AirCare Expansion: University of Mississippi Medical Center is adding a fixed-wing aircraft to its AirCare fleet and hiring 10 more medical staff to boost in-state and regional patient transport. Mental Health After Storms: In Brookhaven, a Children’s Mental Health conference brought together dozens of professionals to help caregivers spot and respond to trauma in kids and teens after a tornado. College Sports Overhaul: U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell unveiled a bipartisan bill aimed at stabilizing college athletics—capping eligibility at five years, limiting transfers, and restricting coach movement. Public Health & Safety: A Madison woman died after a snorkeling incident near Key West; foul play wasn’t suspected, and autopsy results are pending. Food Recall: A popular Parmesan Ranch seasoning mix sold at Walmart was recalled over possible salmonella contamination. Mississippi Courts: The Mississippi Supreme Court heard arguments in Carly Gregg’s appeal of her life sentence, with a ruling still pending. Community Health Workforce: Camp Shelby hosted the Junior ROTC Cadet Leadership Challenge, including medical staff and leadership training for nearly 400 students. Animal Welfare: A George County rescue founder urged supervisors to address rising stray and abandoned animal problems through coordinated solutions.