In 2016, construction on a private parking lot in Trogir, Croatia, destroyed layers of an ancient cemetery. Construction teams learned of their mistake when they discovered several stone urns, followed by 42 human burials that had not been completely damaged by the work.

Judge K. Dustin Markham donned his black judicial robe when he approached a group of Mississippi State University-Meridian students in his courtroom—immediately garnering their full attention.

Mississippi State is recognizing 12 staff members for their exceptional dedication to service and contributions with this year’s Donald W. Zacharias Distinguished Staff Awards.