SUMMARY: Bo Rage has partnered with the American Red Cross and the Buxy Fire Department to install free smoke detectors in homes, as part of the Red Cross's National Sound the Alarm campaign. For the past decade, this initiative has installed over 1 million smoke alarms, helping to save lives by ensuring families are prepared in the event of a fire. Volunteers annually canvass neighborhoods in Buxy, creating fire escape plans and installing alarms. Despite substantial progress, disaster program manager Wendy Sample underscores the ongoing need due to new households, poverty, and elderly residents. So far, 2,111 lives have been documented as saved.

On Tuesday, the Beau Rivage partnered with the American Red Cross and the Biloxi Fire Department to install free smoke detectors in Biloxi homes.

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SUMMARY: Golfport firefighters rescued three people from a burning apartment building at Sugar Mill Apartments. They extinguished the blaze quickly and inspired trainees from the Golfport Fire Department Training Academy. Trainee Timothy Skretta, aspiring to be a firefighter, witnessed the real-life action, enhancing his learning and motivation. Though the trainees didn't directly battle the fire, Training Chief Eric Viz emphasized their observational benefit. Deputy Chief Curtis Preswood highlighted how real-life experiences prepare recruits better, promoting safety in Gulfport. Twenty-one firefighters were involved in battling the blaze, which provided invaluable lessons to the trainees.

The trainees didn't get to help battle the blaze, but Training Chief Eric Valles said they'll benefit from witnessing what unfolded.

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SUMMARY: Military banners are back on display in Long Beach for Memorial Day through the Military Heroes Banner program, benefiting the Carnival Association of Long Beach. Each banner, posted along Jeff Davis Avenue, features a veteran's photo, branch, service period, and sponsor. This initiative allows families to honor past and current military members. It's a tribute to the area's military heritage, showing appreciation for their service. Banners cost a one-time fee of $150 and are displayed on Memorial Day, the 4th of July, and Veterans Day, providing a meaningful way to celebrate and recognize military heroes.

The Carnival Association has been hanging banners since 2018. The banners go up for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, and …

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