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Operation Christmas Child: Harper McCaughan Elementary fills boxes
SUMMARY: Students at Harper McCaughan Elementary School in Long Beach are getting into the holiday spirit by engaging in an act of service. They have collected supplies for children in need, with different grades focusing on specific items—fourth grade on school supplies, fifth grade on toys, and the sixth grade on hygiene products. The Beta Club at the school has amassed over 2,000 items to fill boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Sixth grade teachers Lucy Pirbyl and Seth Lukes have noted the enthusiastic participation from students, highlighting the importance of gratitude and joy in helping less fortunate children worldwide. The collected boxes will be sent to Atlanta on December 1st to be distributed to children across 170 countries.
On Wednesday, students over in Long Beach channeled their holiday spirit with an act of service.
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Cold Case: Hurricane Katrina victim identified nearly two decades later
SUMMARY: Hurricane Katrina had a devastating impact on the Gulf Coast, with many lives lost and families torn apart. One family finally received closure this week after DNA testing identified their missing loved one, Tonette Jackson, nearly two decades after she disappeared. Her husband had desperately searched for her after the storm, but her body was only recently positively identified. Through forensic investigations and genetic genealogy research, Tonette's name was added to the list of victims on the Katrina Memorial. While her family still mourns her loss, they can now find comfort knowing she is at peace.
In August of 2005, Hurricane Katrina forever changed the lives of those on the Gulf Coast.
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Coast Coliseum buying nearby homes to expand parking
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Coast Coliseum is planning to expand parking, which will require the demolition of the Oakmont Place neighborhood. Residents are not happy about losing their homes, but the Coliseum sees it as a necessary development. The Pops Ferry Road Extension will also impact the neighborhood. The Coliseum is purchasing homes in the area to make room for more parking spaces, as the current 2900 spaces are not enough for the events held at the venue. The project is moving forward despite funding challenges, with the Coliseum applying for $4.5 million in Gulf Coast restoration funds to help offset costs.
Mississippi Coast Coliseum intends to purchase 17 homes to demolish and expand its property to the west.
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Medical field certifications given to 14 high school seniors in Pascagoula-Gautier School Distric…
SUMMARY: 14 high school seniors from Pascagoula School District received certifications in medical fields. One student, Haley Jones, fulfilled her dream of becoming a medical assistant and will work at Singing River Health System. The students graduated from Singing River Healthcare Academy's program and are certified in various medical fields. Jones found the training challenging but rewarding. The program aims to address the shortage of healthcare workers by providing students with free certification opportunities. Jones plans to pursue a nursing degree at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The partnership between Singing River Health Academy and the school district began in 2021. Students can also become ultrasound techs and lab supervisors.
The students sat proudly as their names were called Wednesday at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula.
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