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Hometown Heroes: Gulfport Native and Olympic Gold Medalist Brittney Reese
SUMMARY: Gulfport native Brittany Reese has achieved great success in her track and field career, becoming an inspiration for young athletes. Reese has placed first in long jump at seven world athletic championships and has two Olympic silver medals and a 2012 Olympic gold medal. After retiring, she returned to coach at Gulfport High School, leading the women's track and field, cross country, and indoor track and field teams. Reese continues to inspire students and people worldwide by proving that dreams can be achieved with hard work and dedication.
When it comes to inspiration, there's at least one name that comes to mind: Gulfport native Brittney Reese.
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In the Kitchen with J's Restaurant
SUMMARY: Jay's Restaurant in Waveland has been serving great food for 37 years. The owner, LS, and Chef Jeff, talk about their success and passion for cooking. They showcase their famous dishes like stuffed potatoes, grilled shrimp Alfredo, and country-style meals. They talk about their friendship and even mention being featured on a TV show. The live cooking segment shows Jeff preparing a delicious shrimp pasta dish. Viewers are invited to visit Jay's Restaurant on Highway 90 in Waveland to try their famous dishes and experience their passion for food. The segment ends with a friendly farewell and a preview of the next show at 5:00.
J's Restaurant in Waveland has been serving lunch and dinner to hungry customers since 1987.
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Happening Saturday, May 18: R&B in May Festival in Gulfport
SUMMARY: The content discusses the upcoming R&B May festival in Gulfport, featuring local bands and notable artists from different locations. The festival promises a mix of R&B and blues music, with food vendors and family-friendly activities available. The event aims to revive the historical quarters of Gulfport, with plans to establish a historical marker in the area. The festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 18th, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the corner of 31st Avenue and 19th Street in front of ela's Lounge. It is expected to bring good music and positive vibes to the community.
This weekend, you can check out the R&B in May Festival in Gulfport.
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Happening Saturday, May 18: Gulf Coast Center of Nonviolence hosting annual spring fundraiser
SUMMARY: The Golf Coast Center for Nonviolence will host its annual spring fundraiser this weekend, offering free services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and homicide victims. They have seen a steady demand for help, especially after traumatic events like hurricanes or the COVID-19 pandemic. The center will soon move to a new facility, the Mississippi Family Justice Center in Gulfport, providing a one-stop shop for victims to access services. To support their work, they are hosting a drawdown event with music, dancing, and barbecue, where one person will win $3,000. All are encouraged to attend and support the important work of the center.
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