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90-year-old bus driver retires from Harrison County School District

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-01-05 13:02:02

SUMMARY: Jean Jenkins, also known as Mama Jean, recently retired as a bus driver for the Harrison County School District at the age of 90. Originally from New Jersey, Mama Jean moved to Mississippi to be closer to family. She worked with special needs children at the Harrison County Child Development Center and is beloved by both the children and staff. Despite retiring, Mama Jean plans to stay involved and continue to support the children she has grown to love. She has a natural maternal instinct and plans to remain a positive presence in the lives of these children.

Recently a Harrison County School District bus driver retired and her love and care will be missed by many.

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FIRST ALERT: Hot & humid Thursday, afternoon storms possible (08/06/2025)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-08-06 21:09:23

SUMMARY: South Mississippi faces a hot, humid Thursday with afternoon storms possible. Thunderstorms are developing mainly over Stone and George counties but may weaken as daytime heating fades. Rain chances tonight are low but not zero. Tomorrow mirrors today with coastal showers and scattered afternoon storms, temperatures near 90°F, and heat indices reaching 105°F where storms are absent. Offshore winds will be light, with variable gusts near storms. Water temps are in the upper 80s. No Gulf tropical threats currently, but the Atlantic’s tropical wave Invest 96L is being watched for gradual development. The 7-day forecast calls for ongoing hot, humid weather with scattered storms.

Chief Meteorologist Eric Jeansonne explains why typical South Mississippi weather is to be expected along with why storms can’t be ruled out.

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Sparklight offers free backpacks and school supplies to Coast kids

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-08-04 07:48:15

SUMMARY: Sparklight is helping Coast families with back-to-school costs by giving out 400 backpacks filled with essential school supplies. Starting today, 100 of these backpacks will be available at four locations in Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach, and Pascagoula. The backpacks and supplies are being distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis, with one backpack allowed per family. The event included food, fellowship, and fun activities for kids, such as bounce houses, creating a community atmosphere while supporting local students and families preparing for the new school year.

The company is giving out approximately 400 free backpacks filled with essential school supplies.

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FIRST ALERT:Tropics update & weekend forecast (08/02/2025)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-08-02 21:40:23

SUMMARY: Good evening, South Mississippi. Meteorologist Hither Grim reports typical summer weather this weekend: hot, humid, with scattered showers and storms. Some spots, like Gulfport and north of I-10, saw 2-3 inches of rain, providing temporary relief. Overnight rain chances remain low, with Sunday morning mostly dry—good for outdoor activities or church. A weak boundary along the coast and a low-pressure area will maintain daily, hit-or-miss showers and storms through midweek. Temperatures will be in the upper 80s to low 90s, near average. No Gulf Coast tropical threats now, but two Atlantic systems are being monitored, with more activity expected later in August and September.

Meteorologist Taylor Graham gives what to expect from the Tropics and upcoming weather this weekend.

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