This Senate Resolution recognizes World War II veteran Staff Sergeant William Thurman Epps of Golden, Mississippi, on the occasion of his 100th birthday. The bill formally honors his military service, which included guarding German prisoners in Nuremberg, and acknowledges his receipt of multiple medals for his contributions during the war. It directs that copies of the resolution be presented to Epps and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of his life and service.
This Senate Resolution commends the Northwest Mississippi Community College Women's Basketball Team for winning the NJCAA Region 23 Championship and achieving an outstanding 2025-2026 season. The resolution formally recognizes the team's accomplishments, including their 23-8 overall record and historic first national tournament appearance since 2005. It directs that the resolution be presented to the team, coach, college administration, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial document that honors athletic achievement without creating new policy or changing laws.
This Senate Resolution recognizes the 30th anniversary of the Piney Woods School's Summer Enrichment "Kappa Kamp" program, which is sponsored by the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. The resolution highlights the program's history since 1986 and its role in offering educational workshops, cultural activities, and skill-building opportunities for students in grades 6 through 10. It directs the resolution to be presented to the Piney Woods School President, the school board, and the fraternity leadership, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a law that changes policy or funding.
This Senate Resolution recognizes the Magnolia Heights School Chiefs baseball team and head coach Chris McMinn for winning their seventh consecutive MAIS 5A state championship and holding the No. 1 ranking in 2026. The resolution formally acknowledges the team's decade-long success, specific player achievements, and contributions to the school and community without changing any laws or policies. It is a ceremonial document intended to honor the team's accomplishments and is to be presented to the coach and school administration for public recognition.
This Senate resolution honors Zell Long as she retires as CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of North Mississippi after 16 years of leadership. The bill formally recognizes her contributions to the organization, including her role in expanding club locations and improving facilities under her direction. It also highlights her prior service in community development and her involvement with the CREATE Foundation, which helped establish clubs in the region. The resolution expresses gratitude for her distinguished service and wishes her well in her retirement.
This Senate Resolution formally congratulates Meg Moore of Tishomingo County High School as the 2025-2026 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Basketball Player of the Year. The resolution recognizes her athletic achievements, including leading her team to a state championship and maintaining strong academic performance. It directs that the resolution be presented to Moore, her family, her coach, and the school principal, and made available to the press. This is a ceremonial acknowledgment rather than a policy change, with no impact on laws or regulations.
This Senate resolution formally commends Dr. Linda Nix for being selected as "Instructor of the Year" at the Jackson County Campus of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The recognition highlights her nine years of service as a science instructor and acknowledges her background in biology education and prior teaching experience. The resolution is ceremonial and does not create new laws or funding, serving instead to honor her contributions to education and the college community.
This Senate resolution formally commends the Tishomingo County High School Lady Braves girls basketball team and head coach John Strickland for winning the 2026 MHSAA Class 4A State Championship. The bill recognizes the team's victory over Louisville, highlights key players like Meg Moore, and lists the full roster and coaching staff who contributed to the achievement. It directs that the resolution be presented to the coach and school principal, forwarded to the county board of education, and made available to the press. This measure serves as an official acknowledgment of the team's accomplishment rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This Senate Resolution formally recognizes and congratulates the Northwest Mississippi Community College Rangers Women's Soccer Team for winning back-to-back national championships and achieving the highest team GPA in the nation. The resolution acknowledges the team's athletic success, including their 2025 season record of 21 wins, one loss, and one draw, as well as their academic excellence and consistent performance in regional and national competitions. It also honors the coaching staff and institutional support that contributed to these accomplishments. The document is presented to the college administration, the team, and the coaching staff as a gesture of appreciation for their achievements.
This Senate Resolution honors Steve Knight, a legendary basketball coach at William Carey University, as he retires after a 44-year career. The resolution recognizes his achievements, including leading the Crusaders to multiple conference championships and NAIA National Tournament appearances, and celebrates his 800th career victory. It also acknowledges his additional contributions as Athletic Director for 30 years and his induction into various halls of fame.
This Senate Resolution extends the Mississippi Senate's condolences to the family of Warner Alford, Jr., a former University of Mississippi Athletic Director who passed away in March 2026. The resolution recognizes Alford's extensive contributions to Ole Miss athletics, including his 16-year tenure as director during which he expanded the program from eight to 15 sports and oversaw significant facility improvements. It also highlights his numerous honors, including inductions into multiple halls of fame, and notes his continued service to the university after retirement through alumni work and scholarship programs.
This Senate Resolution commends the East Rankin Academy Shooting Sports Team and Coach Matthew Miller for winning their sixth consecutive Mississippi Scholastic Shooting Program State Championship. The document recognizes the team's achievements in clay target sports and lists individual student participants honored for their performance at the state tournament. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of the team's success and directs that the commendation be presented to the coach and school administration. This is a ceremonial measure with no policy changes or regulatory requirements.
