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Local businesses stress importance of tourism on Labor Day weekend

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-08-27 21:19:29

SUMMARY: As Labor Day approaches, tourism businesses are emphasizing its significance as a crucial weekend for summer activities before the fall season begins. Eva Philli, co-owner of GF Coast Gator Ranch, notes that with schools back in session, fewer families are traveling compared to mid-summer, making this weekend vital for local tourism. After Labor Day, businesses anticipate a slowdown until Thanksgiving. The Gulf Coast region significantly contributes to Mississippi’s tourism revenue, generating over 30% annually and employing over 27,000 locals. With projected higher travel numbers this year due to lower fuel prices, businesses remain hopeful for a boost in visitors.

Labor Day weekend acts as the last weekend for many tourism businesses to have a business spike before a heavy decline.

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WXXV Game of the Week: Week 3

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-09-15 10:24:24

SUMMARY: For Week 3 of the WXXV Game of the Week, Everett Gier Jr. previews the matchup between Pascagoula and Ocean Springs. Coach Lewis, whose team won the Game of the Week vote, expressed pride in the recognition. Coming off a tough loss to Biloxi, the team is focused on fixing mistakes and executing well. Key players to watch include Jason Glaw, running backs, offensive linemen Thomas Ash and Tyler Scoon, and receivers Darius Carter, DJ Nunnery, and Learian Picket. The WXXV sports department will be covering the game live, eager to see a strong performance from Pascagoula.

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9/11 – Warmer Than Average Afternoons and Dry Conditions Continue

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-09-12 09:22:25

SUMMARY: On 9/11, Bay St. Louis experienced warmer-than-average afternoons with dry conditions continuing. High temperatures reached around 89°F, typical for September, with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s overnight. The evening was calm, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures in the low to mid-70s. No rain was detected on Mississippi Power radar, and marine conditions over the Mississippi Sound remained pleasant. Tomorrow will bring clear skies, low 90s highs, and southeast winds picking up. A cold front will move east with a slight chance of showers northward. High pressure will build over the weekend, increasing temperatures into the low to mid-90s.

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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, St. Patrick’s Parker Talley!

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-09-11 08:28:58

SUMMARY: WXXV’s Student Athlete of the Week is Parker Talley from St. Patrick. A senior swimmer, Parker began swimming in seventh grade and has excelled in multiple events, especially the 500-yard freestyle, where he set a personal best of 5:45.61 at last season’s state championship. He helped St. Patrick win the 2024 South State Championship and earned top finishes in relay races. Academically gifted with a 4.1 GPA and a 35 ACT, Parker was accepted to Mississippi State’s Shackles Honors College for mechanical engineering. He leads as swim team captain and is active in honor societies, archery, and robotics, cherishing his teammates like family.

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