SUMMARY: Velocity Clinical Research held a celebration in Gulfport for Global Clinical Trial Day, highlighting the life-saving impact of clinical trials, which have saved over 1 million lives. Parker Boyd spoke with patients, including Bobby Knockan, who emphasized the importance of clinical trials for her cardiac health. Knockan has benefitted significantly from participating in a trial at Velocity. The center was part of a major national trial that contributed to the FDA approval of an RSV vaccine for pregnant women. Velocity staff stress the importance of clinical research and urge community participation. Global Clinical Trial Day is celebrated on May 20th annually.

Velocity Clinical Research held a celebration in Gulfport on Monday to recognize Global Clinical Trial Day, commemorating the first-ever clinical trial.

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SUMMARY: The Pops Ferry Road Extension project has received the green light to connect to Highway 90. After overcoming setbacks, the project, approved by state and federal agencies, is set to begin groundbreaking by mid-August. The $27 million project will pass through the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center, incorporating an underpass to ensure safe visitor access. The project, part of a strategy to enhance traffic flow, will designate Pops Ferry Road as a state road, making it eligible for federal funds. This could potentially aid in replacing the problematic drawbridge, linking Pops Ferry to two federal highways and opening opportunities for federal assistance.

Biloxi's push to connect Popp's Ferry Road to Highway 90 is getting the green light to move forward.

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SUMMARY: Pass Christian's annual Blessing of the Fleet, a tradition spanning decades, returns this weekend at the Pass Harbor. This event marks the start of the new shrimp season, with both recreational and commercial vessels receiving blessings. Beyond blessing the fishermen, the ceremony aims to protect the entire community from storms and bad weather. The 46th annual event is rich in Catholic culture, featuring pageantry and tradition, underscoring the community's connection to the coast and their shared heritage.

A tradition dating back decades bringing rich Catholic culture alive returned to the Coast on Saturday.

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