SUMMARY: Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze has been diagnosed with an early form of prostate cancer, but is expected to make a full recovery and will continue coaching during treatment, according to an official Auburn Athletics statement. The diagnosis was made early, making it treatable and curable. Freeze emphasizes the importance of health screenings, expressing gratitude for medical professionals. A Mississippi native and Southern Miss graduate, Freeze has a notable coaching history, leading Ole Miss and Liberty before joining Auburn in 2022. His coaching record stands at 94-57, and he aims to build on the team’s performance in upcoming seasons.

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SUMMARY: As a member of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools and the Mississippi Charter Schools Association, I’ve observed the challenges faced by Mississippi students and the transformative role of charter schools. With only 10 charter schools currently in operation, the data shows significant improvements in student outcomes, especially in reading, math, and science proficiency. Expanding charter schools can provide more personalized learning opportunities and foster healthy competition within the education system. To better serve families and address educational disparities, I urge the Mississippi Legislature to pass House Bill 1432, enabling charter schools to expand and improve access to quality education statewide.

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SUMMARY: The future location of the Mississippi School for Mathematics and Science (MSMS) is under discussion. Mississippi State University (MSU) and Mississippi University for Women (MUW) have submitted proposals to host the school. MSU aims to move MSMS to Starkville with an $86 million investment in new facilities, focusing on STEM education, while MUW wants to keep MSMS in Columbus with facility updates. The State Board of Education will review the proposals and make a recommendation to the legislature, with potential changes effective by the 2026-27 school year. Public comments are open until March 4.

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