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Fillin’ Station serves traditional New Year’s Lunch for customers
Following tradition, the Fillin' Station in Biloxi served a familiar New Year's Day lunch.
Peas, pork, greens, cornbread, these foods describe a southern New Year's staple since the early 1800s. The tradition is thought to bring good luck and fortune to people who eat the meal on New Year's Day. Those who believe this old tale are wary to miss out on the meal.
Jerry Johnston, owner of the Fillin' Station in Biloxi, doesn't want anyone to go without, which is why his restaurant continues to serve up the luck for the community since 2010. “The different…
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Three MGCCC students are only students in Mississippi selected for prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship
SUMMARY: Three MGCCC students have been selected to receive the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship, aiming to help students complete their undergraduate education with minimal debt. The scholarship, providing up to $55,000 a year, was awarded to William Sky Paulk, Frederick Cook, and Ashleigh Pierce, the only students from Mississippi to receive it. The students plan to pursue degrees in biomedical engineering, electrical engineering, and social work, respectively. This scholarship, along with comprehensive educational advising, internship opportunities, and networking, aims to support high-achieving community college students in their journey towards completing their bachelor's degrees.
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Institute for Disability Studies, Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services Partner to Hold Multiple Job Extravaganzas, Future Career Exploration Events
SUMMARY: The Institute for Disability Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi has partnered with The Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation Services to continue the Job Extravaganza program for students with disabilities aged 14-21. The program offers hands-on job experiences provided by local businesses, allowing students to explore different careers and develop skills. Pre and post-sessions are held to prepare students for the event and discuss their experiences afterwards. The program has already seen success in three events, impacting over 180 students. Those interested can learn more or request an event in their area by visiting the IDS website, calling, or emailing.
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Gulfport man sentenced to death for murder of two-year old step-son
SUMMARY: Joseph David Heard of Gulfport, Mississippi, has been convicted of Capital Murder for the death of his two-year-old step-son on December 27, 2021. The child died of suffocation by smothering and multiple blunt force injuries. Heard's abuse of the child, including forcing him to sit on a potty-training seat for hours and popping blisters with a spatula, was revealed during the trial. The child's mother, Hailey Heard, confessed to the murder, stating that Joseph repeatedly punched the child when he took too long to get a juice box. Hailey is serving a life sentence, while Joseph has been sentenced to death.
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