SUMMARY: Bill Cossar, a former Mississippi Commission on Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks commissioner, has been honored for his extensive service in conserving the state's natural resources. The commission unanimously passed a resolution in mid-June recognizing his lifelong dedication to public service and outdoor stewardship. Cossar, from Charleston, has been active in community service and various outdoor activities. After graduating from Ole Miss, he had a successful career with Mississippi Power and Light, becoming its vice president. Appointed to the commission by Governor Phil Bryant in 2014 and reappointed in 2019, Cossar served for 10 years, including two years as chairman.

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SUMMARY: Charles Knight, the director of the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, is retiring after 31 years. His tenure saw the museum gain prestigious accolades, including the American Alliance of Museums accreditation and the Southeast Tourism Society's Travel Attraction of the Year award. Recently, Mississippi Magazine readers named it the 2024 Best Museum. Knight, who began visiting the museum as a child, advanced through roles from Research Coordinator to Director. He significantly impacted conservation, education, and tourism. Lynn Posey of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks praised Knight for his contributions and dedication, thanking him for his service.

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SUMMARY: Charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) are increasingly appearing in Mississippi, recently including a $350,000 fast charging station in downtown Brandon funded by Entergy Mississippi. Positioned near Interstates 20 and 55, it benefits local and passing EV drivers. This station, alongside one in Ridgeland, aids Entergy Mississippi's research on EV impact on the power grid. With 3,300 EVs in Mississippi, Entergy is gathering data for future infrastructure planning, expecting 26 million EVs in the US by 2030. The Brandon station has two fast chargers that can power an EV in 30-45 minutes at $0.30/kWh. Many cities statewide now have EV charging stations.

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