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Eye-catching, scrap metal cockroach now sunk as fishing reef in Gulf of Mexico
SUMMARY: A giant metal cockroach, previously seen off Highway 90 in Buuy, has been sunk to the Gulf of Mexico to serve as a fishing reef. After months of planning, the cockroach now offers new structure for marine life, contributing to the fishing industry in Mississippi, which lacks oil rigs for habitat. The sinking took about 15 minutes, with the metal structure descending uniquely due to a welded top. Situated 20 miles offshore at 100 feet deep, it will attract fish and divers alike. For more details on this and other reefs, visit wlox.com.
The reef is located 20 miles off the coastline about 100 feet down, making it only visible to divers and marine life. For more Local …
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A look ahead to Christmas weekend events in Biloxi
SUMMARY: John Major, a public affairs specialist for Buuy, discussed the upcoming festive events in the city. The official start to the Christmas season is marked by the lighting of the iconic 1842 Lighthouse, scheduled for Thursday at 5:30 PM, featuring milk, cookies, and carols by Nativity BVM School. On Friday, the Children’s Christmas on the Water parade will take place, culminating in a festive celebration at the Town Green. Saturday features an open house at the Buuy Visitor Center and the 20th Annual Christmas in the City event, with vendors and special deals running from 10 AM to 4 PM. For details, visit buy.ms.us.
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2024 Tour of Historical Churches brings community together for holiday season
SUMMARY: The historical church tour in Gulfport featured four downtown churches and was attended by around 50 people. Starting at Morning Star Baptist Church, participants learned about the rich histories and current offerings of these long-standing places of worship. Celebrating over a century, CH Seat continues to foster community and faith. Attendees, many longstanding followers of the event, appreciated the opportunity to reconnect with friends and engage in the holiday spirit. Organized by the Gulfport Historical Society, the tour also honored late member George Slal’s goal of uniting the community, concluding at the Gulfport Museum of History for enhanced learning.
Those attending this year’s Tour of Historical Churches in Gulfport got to learn about the rich history of four downtown churches.
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Harrison Co. supervisors approve $75 million bond for Memorial Health System
SUMMARY: Memorial Hospital is set to expand following the approval of a $75 million bond by Harrison County Supervisors for a facility enhancement after Memorial Health’s acquisition of Meritt. This takeover will rebrand the downtown hospital as Memorial Health Hospital, with the sale expected to finalize early next year. The bond will fund a new multi-service facility for pediatric care and oncology, along with upgraded equipment like MRI machines and a new 300-space parking lot. Both Harrison County and Gulfport need to approve the bond, which is featured on the upcoming Gulfport Council agenda.
Memorial Hospital will be getting some new facilities— this after Memorial Health System announced the takeover of Merit Health Biloxi November 8.
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