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Biloxi alum Colt Keith named Detroit Tigers MiLB Player of the Year

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2 years ago

September 26, 2023

www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2023-09-26 08:12:35

SUMMARY: Biloxi High School graduate Keith was recently honored by Baseball America as the Detroit Tigers’ minor league player of the year. With an impressive stat line of 155 hits, 38 doubles, and 101 RBI, Keith stood out among all players in the Tigers’ system. In addition, he was one of only 10 players across all of minor league baseball to achieve triple-digit numbers in each category. Keith’s success continued with a batting average of .306, 27 home runs, and 88 runs scored. He also made history as the first minor league player to hit six for six and achieve a cycle. Since being drafted in the fifth round of the 2020 draft, Keith is now considered the Tigers’ top prospect according to MLB pipeline.

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Statewide literacy meetings aim to boost reading skills and family engagement

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6 hours ago

September 17, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-09-17 08:34:42

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Education is hosting a series of statewide literacy meetings this month to improve reading skills and family engagement. One meeting took place at Reeves Elementary in Long Beach, aiming to review Mississippi’s Literacy-Based Promotion Act, a 2013 state law promoting comprehensive reading instruction for children. The department and Long Beach School District emphasize the importance of involving families in this process, as a solid literacy foundation benefits children’s lifelong learning and fluency. These meetings provide an opportunity to equip parents with effective tools to support their children’s literacy development and overall success in education and life.

The Mississippi Department of Education is hosting a series of literacy meetings across the state this month.

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Saints Report: Saints lose another close game this time in week two against the San Francisco 49ers

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1 day ago

September 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-09-16 10:24:27

SUMMARY: The New Orleans Saints lost a close game in week two against the San Francisco 49ers, 26-21, at the Caesar Superdome. Despite missing key 49ers players, the Saints struggled early but fought back with touchdowns by Rasheed Shahid and Devon Ble. A critical fourth-down sack of Spencer Rattler sealed their fate. Coach Kell Moore praised the team’s effort but emphasized the need for better situational play and seizing opportunities. The Saints aim to improve as they prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday, September 21st. Reporting from the Caesar Superdome, Ever Gier Jr., WXXV News25 Sports.

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Harrison County approves budget with no tax increase

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1 day ago

September 16, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-09-16 09:04:00

SUMMARY: Harrison County leaders have finalized and approved the 2025-2026 fiscal budget with no tax increase, balancing expenditures at around $324 million. The Board of Supervisors completed budget talks and passed the budget before the October 1st deadline. Board President Nathan Barrett confirmed there will be no increases in the county’s tax levies. However, the Harrison County School District will implement a small, state-required increase in their school tax, which is a formality and expected to have minimal impact on taxpayers. Overall, the county’s budget remains stable without additional fiscal burdens on residents.