SUMMARY: William Carey University‘s Health Information Management program excelled at the 2024 MSHIMA Conference, winning three prestigious awards. Dr. Alicia Watts received the Educator Award for her outstanding teaching, while graduates Devoskiea Poole and Mallory Pennington were honored with the Rising Star and Mentor Awards, respectively. Poole, who holds both bachelor’s and master’s degrees from WCU, is recognized for his promise in the HIM field, currently contributing to Forrest General Hospital. Pennington, a WCU alumna, works at Itawamba Community College and actively supports MSHIMA. The conference celebrated significant achievements in health information management across Mississippi.

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SUMMARY: A recent report indicates that poor communication between the Secret Service and local law enforcement hampered security during a July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. On July 13, a gunman opened fire from an unsecured rooftop during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, injuring Trump. The report highlights significant “communications deficiencies” that prevented coordination and awareness of the threat. The Secret Service had prior knowledge of potential security risks at the rally site but failed to implement adequate measures. The report raises concerns about tactical planning and responsibility, as some agents were placed on modified duty following the incident.

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