Black Business Legacy: George E. Johnson Sr., Mississippi-born entrepreneur who built Johnson Products behind iconic hair brands like Ultra Sheen and Afro Sheen, died at 99 in Chicago—his company became the first Black-owned business listed on the American Stock Exchange. Civil Rights Remembered: Rev. Ed King, a United Methodist minister and co-founder of the Mississippi Freedom Democratic Party, died July 4 at 89; Betty Bobo Pearson (104) was also recently honored for decades of civil rights and voting rights work. Justice & Community Outrage: A preliminary independent autopsy in the Senatobia case of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley found his death was a homicide, intensifying demands for full video and transparency. Local Youth Prevention: Hinds County Sheriff’s Office launched its annual Warrior Camp, aiming to steer teens away from crime through education and mentorship. Education & Pride: Ole Miss recognized May graduates, including Mikyla Coyle earning a Master of Accountancy and Data Analytics. Mississippi Events: CLASH Endurance opened registration for the Coastal Mississippi event in 2027, with Gulfport and the Mississippi Aquarium on the route. Health & Safety: Mississippi health officials urged precautions as flesh-eating bacteria risks (Vibrio vulnificus) remain a summer concern.