SUMMARY: The 2025 Nissan Frontier, made in Canton, won the fourth annual Mississippi Makers’ Challenge, a contest to find the “Coolest Thing Made in Mississippi.” It garnered 42% of the vote, defeating competitors like the C-130J Hercules and PACCAR’s MX-11 engine. With a record 92,395 votes, the contest featured 70 submissions. Nissan’s victory was celebrated at an awards ceremony at the Mississippi State Capitol, with Governor Tate Reeves highlighting the state’s role in American manufacturing. The Nissan Frontier’s win was a testament to the innovation and dedication of its Canton manufacturing employees.

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SUMMARY: The University of Mississippi School of Law and the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) have launched a partnership to create an Accelerated Law School Pathway, enabling USM undergraduates to earn a law degree in just six years instead of seven. This initiative streamlines the educational journey for students in select USM programs, including criminal justice, legal studies, and political science. Students will take their first-year law courses in their fourth year, earning their bachelor’s degree upon completion. This program is part of Ole Miss’s broader 3+3 Accelerated Law Program and aims to enhance access to legal education in Mississippi. Enrollment starts this fall.

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SUMMARY: The GivHer Circle, an initiative of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation, will host its second annual wine tasting event, “Unwind, Uncork & Connect: A Night of European Flavors,” on April 8 at Boho Biloxi Social House Wine+Cheese. Featuring wines from France, Spain, and Italy, the event encourages meaningful conversations while enjoying European wines. Attendees can introduce potential new members and receive a complimentary wine charm. The GivHer Circle promotes women’s empowerment and philanthropy in South Mississippi. Tickets are $25, and additional event details can be found on the Gulf Coast Community Foundation website.

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