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Senate honors state athletes, a Truman Scholar and community mentor

Mississippi State Senate · March 27, 2026

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Summary

The Senate presented resolutions honoring swimmer Rachel McAlpin, Truman Scholar Yasmin (Yasmine) Ware, multiple high-school sports teams and recognized special agent Milton Williams Jr. for community mentorship; Ware and Williams addressed the chamber.

The Senate used part of its morning calendar to recognize Mississippians for athletic and civic achievements. Senate Resolution No. 49 commended 17-year-old Rachel McAlpin of Brandon for winning the gold medal in the 50-meter breaststroke at the 2025 World Aquatics Junior Swimming Championship; McAlpin addressed senators and thanked sponsors and Team USA.

Senate Concurrent Resolution 543 honored Yasmin (the record contains both "Yasmin" and "Yasmine") Ware of Madison as a 2025 Truman Scholar. Senator Mumford introduced Ware and asked for speaking privileges; Ware spoke about storytelling projects, the Mount Bayou museum and her gratitude to sponsors and family.

The Senate also read multiple resolutions recognizing successful high-school athletic programs, including the Simpson Academy girls basketball team and Saint Patrick High School boys and girls soccer teams; coaches were recognized and addressed the chamber. Senator Jackson introduced MBI Special Agent Milton Williams Jr. and asked the title for a resolution recognizing his law enforcement service and community leadership; Williams described his mentorship program (Men United Incorporated) and urged senators to support mentoring initiatives.

These recognition items were approved and presented to guests and appear on the Senate's calendar record for the day.