SUMMARY: The NAACP hosted its annual Freedom Fund Banquet, bringing people together to share food, fellowship, and uplifting music. Founded in 1907, the NAACP has long worked to fight racism and violence against all people of color. The organization emphasizes that it is not just a civil rights group but remains ready and active in ongoing struggles for equality and justice. The event fostered a comfortable atmosphere outside where community members could connect and celebrate the NAACP’s legacy and commitment to social justice and unity. The banquet highlighted the importance of solidarity in continuing the fight for civil rights.

Coast community members were recognized and honored for their commitment to making a difference.

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SUMMARY: Former U.S. Senator Trent Lott, reflecting 20 years after Hurricane Katrina, recalled the days leading up to the storm and the extensive recovery efforts that followed. Back in his hometown of Pascagoula, Lott described the lasting impact Katrina had on the community. He emphasized the unparalleled devastation of losing everything and highlighted the remarkable ability of neighbors to come together and help one another. Lott shared a personal memory of working in his yard clearing debris when someone brought him a hot lunch in a Styrofoam container—the best meal he ever had. He was in town as a special guest speaker.

Former Senator Lott reflects on Hurricane Katrina 20 years later

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SUMMARY: Next week, students and staff at Waveland Elementary and North Bay Elementary will celebrate being named Emerging Science of Reading Schools by the Mississippi Department of Education. These two schools are among seven statewide to receive the designation this year. The award recognizes schools that demonstrate a strong focus on implementing the science of reading principles in their teaching. This designation highlights their commitment to improving reading instruction and literacy outcomes for students. The celebrations will honor the achievements of the schools in advancing effective reading strategies in South Mississippi.

MDE gives the designation to schools that focus on building skillful, strong readers in Kindergarten through third grade.

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