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Let’s Tune in and Talk about WRBE’s History
SUMMARY: WRBE, a local radio station in Lucedale, has been serving the community for 63 years. The station was first aired in 1960 by Galloway Corley and has changed ownership multiple times over the years. The call letters for the station were initially WHHT and then changed to WRBE as a tribute to the local high school mascot. In 1990, an FM frequency was added, and the station adopted the same WRBE call letters for both AM and FM. The station primarily plays country music and also serves as a news outlet, covers local high school sports, and hosts a daily swap shop session. Larry Shirley, the current owner, bought the station in 1998. Shirley got into the radio business in 1967 and had previously worked with Herman Kelly, the former owner of WRBE. Despite their differences, Shirley decided to buy the station and has never regretted it.
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A New Deep Sea Remotely Operated Vehicle Coming to USM
SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is set to operate a new remotely operated vehicle (ROV) funded by NOAA and NSF to enhance research and restoration efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. Scheduled for construction in 2024, this medium-size ROV aims to improve accessibility for oceanographic research by functioning on multiple ships. USM’s Associate VP Dr. Leila Hamdan emphasizes that this initiative will aid in workforce development and blue economy growth, particularly for students in USM’s Ocean Engineering program. The ROV will support restoration projects addressing habitat damage from the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, facilitating significant scientific discoveries.
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It’s Sweet Potato Time: Vardaman Celebrates its 51st Annual Sweet Potato Festival
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Curate Your Mississippi Playlist With These Five Musical Artists’ Songs
SUMMARY: Mississippi has significantly impacted music across various genres, establishing itself as a hub of talent. The state is home to iconic figures such as Elvis Presley, the “King of Rock and Roll,” known for timeless hits like “Can’t Help Falling in Love.” Country star Faith Hill, born in Ridgeland, gained fame for songs like “This Kiss.” Leontyne Price, a celebrated soprano from Laurel, captured audiences with her operatic performances. Other notable artists include concert pianist Bruce Levingston and versatile singer LeAnn Rimes. Mississippi artists continue to enrich the musical landscape, emphasizing the vital role of music in daily life and cultural connection.
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