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Increase in attendance at 2023 South Mississippi Summer Fair
SUMMARY: The South Mississippi Summer Fair and Scrapin the Coast have seen an increase in attendance this year. The former has been a hit along the Mississippi Gulf Coast for 36 years, while the latter is a vehicle show. Both events are key sources of revenue for the Coliseum, which uses the income from these events for maintenance and operating costs. Executive Director Matt McDonnell noted there is optimism as the local economy remains strong compared to other parts of the country.
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SUMMARY: The Gulf Coast Swim Association celebrated its 50th anniversary with Coach Dana Abbott and original swimmers. One of them, 96-year-old Rose Mary Collins, still swims daily. Her son and daughter expressed pride in her dedication, with Coach Abbott praising her as one of the best persons he knows. For Rose Mary, swimming keeps her fit and healthy both physically and mentally. She has even qualified for the National Senior Games in 2025. The community admires her as an inspiration, showing that age doesn't have to be a barrier to staying active and achieving goals.
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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen is forecasting severe weather for South Mississippi over the next two days. Two rounds of heavy rain and severe weather are expected, with the greatest threats coming Sunday evening into Monday morning and Monday evening through Tuesday morning. The area is under a flood watch starting Sunday evening. The impacts of severe weather could include damaging wind gusts, large hail, and even tornadoes. It is advised to stay weather aware and monitor updates from WXXV Your Weather Authority. Multiple Weather Service offices cover the area, providing additional analysis for severe weather forecasts.
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SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi Graduate School's Susan A. Siltanen Graduate Student Research Symposium showcased the research of over 70 graduate students on April 18 at the Hattiesburg campus. The symposium featured oral and poster presentations, highlighting innovative scholarship by students. Winners were announced for oral presentations in categories such as Arts and Humanities, Physical Sciences and Mathematics, Social and Educational Sciences and Business, and Life, Health, and Environmental Sciences. Additionally, awards were given for Mentor of the Year, Research Assistant of the Year, and Teaching Assistant of the Year. The event aimed to provide a platform for students to present their research in a supportive environment.
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SuperTalk FM6 days agoMississippi governor approves bill allowing electronic search warrants
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Mississippi News6 days agoStrong storms late Wednesday night – Home – WCBI TV
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Mississippi News6 days ago
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Mississippi Today4 days agoLawmakers may have to return to Capitol May 14 to override Gov. Tate Reeves’ potential vetoes
