SUMMARY: Duane McLemore and Katherine Voorhies, a couple from Starkville, Mississippi, run a jewelry business called Xover0, known for its unique designs. Their creative process involves intensive design, prototyping, and collaboration, drawing from Voorhies’ fashion background and McLemore’s architectural skills. They embrace challenges in creating pieces, aiming for originality rather than mass production. Their jewelry, including the Geoheart pendant, has garnered attention, featuring in the Netflix film “Uglies.” The couple values open communication and collaboration in their relationship, considering both the rewards and challenges of working together creatively.

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SUMMARY: On October 26, the Tractor Supply Company Store in Louisville, Mississippi, hosted a “Touch a Truck” event, featuring fire and police vehicles for children to explore. The event excited many kids, including Cliff Cremeen’s son, who was drawn to the flashing lights and sirens. Sarah Thorne, a Tractor Supply team member, emphasized the importance of such events, noting they inspire children and foster respect for first responders. The store plans to continue organizing similar events to engage the community and support local emergency services.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Public Service Commission hosted a Nuclear Summit to discuss the future of nuclear energy in the state. Industry leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders gathered to explore innovative technologies, benefits, and challenges in nuclear energy. Chris Brown, a commissioner, emphasized the reliability of existing nuclear technologies used in military applications and their potential to lower energy costs for Mississippians. The event, held on October 22 at the MPSC Courtroom in Jackson, aimed to foster meaningful dialogue on the state’s energy landscape and encourage positive perspectives on nuclear energy’s role in the future.

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