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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SUMMARY: Just over a week from the start of hurricane season, Mississippi state leaders are ensuring residents are prepared. At the first extreme wind conference, insurance commissioner Mike Cheney emphasized coordinated efforts with public safety and emergency management agencies post-disaster. House Bill 1705, signed by Governor Tate Reeves, allocates $5 million for hurricane damage mitigation, modeled after Alabama's successful program. Executive director of MEMA, Steven Marcra, discussed partnerships to improve disaster response. Homeowners can protect properties with measures like reinforced garage doors. The conference aimed to educate city leaders and students in insurance on disaster preparedness to lower insurance rates and save lives.

With hurricane season just one week away, state leaders are working to make sure residents across South Mississippi are prepared for anything.

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SUMMARY: High school baseball state championships began this afternoon, but Coast teams start tomorrow. The George County Rebels are preparing for game one of the 6A State title series against Warren Central. The Rebels, aiming for their first title since 1997, reached the State title game in 2018. Both coaches and players express readiness for the challenge, highlighting their hard work and community support. The team anticipates strong fan turnout at Trustmark Park, making the experience especially meaningful for local players familiar with the area. George County faces Warren Central tomorrow at 4:00 p.m.

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