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HAPPENING SATURDAY: ‘Rocking with Rotary’ is a jam session for a good cause

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SUMMARY: Three bands will be spending their Saturday in the Bay, rocking with a Rotary. The , formally known as the Battle of the Bands, aims to raise money for polio eradication efforts. With only seven cases of polio left in the world, Rotary has made it their mission to end polio. The event will also feature a 50/50 raffle, with each dollar raised being by Rotary. Attendees can expect a fun-filled with great music and the to a worthy cause. The event will take place from 10am to 4pm.

A jam for a good cause… Three local bands will spend their Saturday in the Bay ‘Rocking with Rotary.' Joining us with more is Ashley and Dave Mayley.

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NEW DETAILS: Biloxi Councilman Robert Deming III pleads guilty to federal drug charge

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SUMMARY: Buxy councilman Robert Demming pleaded guilty to federal drug charges related to his candy and catom businesses. After changing his plea to guilty of conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute controlled substances, he faces a sentencing guideline of 70 to 87 months. Prosecutors revealed details of a 3-year investigation, Demming adding synthetic cannaboids to CBD vapes sold at his stores. Raids were conducted on seven candy shop locations and Demming's home, where nearly $2 million in cash was seized. While he remains on bond, may require his removal from office as a public official pleading guilty to a felony.

So far, Deming has not indicated if or when he will office.

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Moss Point barber school ordered to pay more than $900,000 for fraudulent veterans assistance cla…

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SUMMARY: A Barber School and Salon have been ordered to pay over $900,000 for committing fraud. The owner, April Tucker Beard, falsely certified hours of classes to defraud a education assistance program, receiving over $230,000 in tuition payments. Attorneys successfully won a civil against Beard, accusing her of defrauding thousands from the program that provides tuition assistance for veterans. Beard's Salon and barber school must now pay the hefty sum as a result of the fraudulent activities.

U.S. Attorneys said they obtained a civil judgment against a barber school and salon who reportedly defrauded a GI Bill education …

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Southern Miss reveals renovations to Reed Green coliseum

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SUMMARY: The Reed Green Coliseum at Southern Miss, standing since 1965, is set for a $35 million renovation . Planned improvements include a new north entrance and Lobby, a practice facility for basketball teams, premium seating, and other upgrades. Athletic director Jeremy McClain outlined the timeline, with construction expected to start in early 2025, taking about 24 months to complete. The renovations aim to enhance the Coliseum as a welcoming front porch for the , boosting student enrollment, private giving, and national profile. The seating capacity will remain around 6,800 for athletics and 5,000 for concerts and .

Over the years Reed Green has gone through some minor renovations but Wednesday the school announced some major ones planned for the next few years.

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