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Family of local 10-year-old undergoing back surgery plans to pay it forward

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2 years ago

March 14, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – Brooke Parker – 2023-03-14 17:27:46

A Jackson County family will be traveling to Florida soon for a life-changing surgery for their 10-year-old daughter.

When you see ten-year-old Avyn Williams swing a bat or dance across the stage, you would never guess she’s having major back surgery this summer.

Avyn was diagnosed with scoliosis when she was a four. She has spent years in casts and braces until her doctor said it was time. Avyn’s mother, Sarah Williams, said, “As parents, no one wants their kids to have to face a surgery like this. But we’ve had a lot of time to prepare for it, obviously, being…

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Secret Service report details communication failures preceding July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump

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September 20, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-20 12:25:29

SUMMARY: A recent report indicates that poor communication between the Secret Service and local law enforcement hampered security during a July assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump. On July 13, a gunman opened fire from an unsecured rooftop during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, injuring Trump. The report highlights significant “communications deficiencies” that prevented coordination and awareness of the threat. The Secret Service had prior knowledge of potential security risks at the rally site but failed to implement adequate measures. The report raises concerns about tactical planning and responsibility, as some agents were placed on modified duty following the incident.

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Annual Witches Ride returns to Ocean Springs

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September 20, 2024

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-09-20 10:25:40

SUMMARY: Diana Odom discusses the upcoming 7th Annual Witches Ride of Ocean Springs, scheduled for Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 5:30 PM. This family-friendly event invites participants aged 18 and older to ride as witches and wizards for a $50 fee, with limited space for golf carts at $100. This year’s theme is “Under the Spell of the Sea.” The ride aims to support local animal welfare organizations, having raised over $63,000 since its inception. The festivities include a Halloween Pub Crawl for adults and are expected to draw large crowds, making it vital for safety with barricaded routes.

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