Meta Settlement Spending Plan: Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch laid out a consent decree for how the state will spend its $189 million share of the national Meta lawsuit, routing more than $18 million a year for a decade across three state agencies, with mental health advocates and lawmakers warning it could shape children’s health for years. AI, Water, and the Mississippi River: Mayors from states along the Mississippi River met in Natchez to push a plan for AI growth that doesn’t break the basics—especially grid power and freshwater security—as data centers move closer. Transformer Factory Jobs: Hitachi Energy announced a $528 million transformer manufacturing expansion in Mississippi, with construction starting late 2026 and production targeted for 2029, aiming to more than double capacity and create 654 jobs in Copiah County. Transportation Infrastructure Watch: A new study argues Interstate 14—“Forts to Ports”—could reshape east-west freight across Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, but says states need long-term federal certainty to make it happen. Public Health Recall: The FDA issued a Class II recall of multiple hand soap products sold in 15 states, citing potential bacterial contamination, including antibiotic-resistant strains. Politics & Elections: State Auditor Shad White said it’s “too early” to announce a run for governor, while focusing on current races, including support for Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith. Local Governance: Simpson County supervisors discussed foster parent recruitment, road issues, county finances, and fire protection in their latest meeting.