the storm struck the lives of five mississippians include data of brother of senator kay bailey hutcheson. lives were forever change. once again we prayed and thank god that more were not taken and we went back to work. christmas eve i a to word the damage saying how the season was shattered for so many but once again be became mississippi's strong. since that time more than 30200 volunteers have flocked were the 19th of hours and private donations have exceeded a quarter of a million dollars for tornado victims. whole continues across this state and other affected counties. we continue to be ever thankful. weld expressing an ending prayer for peace on earth and good will towards men. last year also brought us man-made challenges at the department of corrections. even as we pass the most comprehensive correction of criminal justice reform in the state's history but as with all challenges exist opportunities. with a stellar independent task force would review all contracts within the department we make changes to add accountability to the department of corrections and beyond will bring alo