SUMMARY: This Thursday morning, Coast Electric is hosting a Red Cross blood drive from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Each unit of blood collected can save as many as three lives. WXXV News 25's Everett G. Jr. is live at Coast Electric in Kiln explaining how to participate. Donating blood supports medical treatments, emergency preparedness, and community solidarity, while also offering health benefits to donors. It's crucial for maintaining a stable blood supply, saving countless lives. To participate, visit redcrossblood.org, click “Find the Drive,” and enter zip code 39556. Hosting the drive is part of Coast Electric's mission to improve local communities.

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SUMMARY: The Gulfport School District has announced its summer meals program, running from June 10th to June 28th. Breakfast and lunch will be available for any student under 18 and anyone 21 or younger with a disability. Note that the provided menu is subject to change. Locations serving the meals are displayed on your screen.

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SUMMARY: South Mississippi secured major barbecue victories in Memphis with two teams excelling in separate competitions. Brad Orison, owner of The Shed, alongside his sister Brook Lewis and their team, claimed the World Grand Champion title at Memphis in May and also won the Whole Hog division for the fourth time. Despite past challenges like Hurricane Katrina and a fire, their resilience and community support have kept them thriving. Meanwhile, Marcio Borazan and his Hog Addiction team triumphed at the Smoke Slam Barbecue Festival, marking their 10th consecutive grand championship win. Both teams emphasize community involvement, cooking to raise funds for kids with brain cancer and aiding in disaster relief efforts.

Two barbecue establishments on the Coast captured two huge wins in Memphis this past weekend — in two different cooking competitions.

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