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: A lockdown was lifted at D'Iberville High School after police responded to a complex bomb threat during the last week of school. D'Iberville police reported the threat came via phone and involved detonation devices. The school was placed on immediate lockdown, and a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement team conducted a tactical sweep of the campus. Despite the lockdown, students were ultimately dismissed at the normal time. Parents were seen lining up on Lamby Bridge Road, waiting for their children. Officials confirmed there is no immediate threat. Maya Turner of WLX News provided live coverage and will share parents' reactions later.

A lockdown has been lifted at D'Iberville High School after police responded to a threat on the last week of school.

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