Local News
New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University Announces 2024 Schedule
SUMMARY: The 2024 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University will feature over 150 authors and thought leaders, 90+ panels, book signings, a culinary symposium, Family Day activities, and a closing musical celebration. Renowned figures such as Stacey Abrams, Ken Burns, and Jesmyn Ward will participate. The festival aims to immerse attendees in New Orleans culture with live music and discussions with authors across genres. Special events include a session in Spanish and collaboration with New Orleans Entrepreneur Week. Family Day will feature children's programming and a musical performance by Irma Thomas. The festival is free and open to all on a first-come, first-seated basis.
The post New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University Announces 2024 Schedule appeared first on www.wxxv25.com
Local News
USM Army and Air Force ROTC programs host Commissioning Ceremonies
SUMMARY: Ten Army and three Air Force cadets from the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) ROTC were commissioned as Second Lieutenants. The Army ceremony at Camp Shelby featured Major General Janson D. Boyles, while the Air Force ceremony on campus featured Brigadier General Mary-Kathryn Haddad. LTC Juan J. Ortiz praised the Army cadets for their leadership, and Lt. Col. Sheena Puleali'i commended the Air Force cadets for their commitment. Distinguished Military Graduate 2LT Jeremiah J. Parker expressed pride in his training and future goals. Commissioned cadets include 2LT Miruna Avram, 2LT Braxton Bailey, 2LT Jada Fairley, among others.
The post USM Army and Air Force ROTC programs host Commissioning Ceremonies appeared first on www.wxxv25.com
Local News
WCU names Dr. Cassandra Conner associate provost
SUMMARY:
The post WCU names Dr. Cassandra Conner associate provost appeared first on www.wxxv25.com
Local News
Hancock Chamber announces Small Business Grant recipients and Regan Kane as the 2024 Jody Compretta Person of Passion, names Mary M. Perkins board member Emeritus
SUMMARY:
The post Hancock Chamber announces Small Business Grant recipients and Regan Kane as the 2024 Jody Compretta Person of Passion, names Mary M. Perkins board member Emeritus appeared first on www.wxxv25.com
-
Our Mississippi Home6 days ago
Beat the Heat with Mississippi’s Best Waterparks
-
SuperTalk FM3 days ago
State auditor cracking down on Mississippians receiving unemployment benefits
-
Our Mississippi Home7 days ago
Charlie’s U-Pik: Opening Soon for the Summer Season
-
Mississippi News Video5 days ago
Jackson has a gang problem
-
Kaiser Health News6 days ago
Medicaid ‘Unwinding’ Decried as Biased Against Disabled People
-
Local News2 days ago
Family files lawsuit after teen’s suicide in Harrison County Jail
-
Mississippi Today4 days ago
On this day in 1950
-
228Sports5 days ago
George County Pours Runs In 6A South State Title Victory At PRC