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Local pharmacists advocating for passage of bill limiting control of pharmacy benefit managers

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-03-24 18:57:44

SUMMARY: Local pharmacists are advocating for the passage of House Bill 1123, which aims to limit the control of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). Independent pharmacies, like French Drug Pharmacy and Beach Pharmacy, are struggling with PBMs offering lower prescription rates that drive customers to national chains. Additionally, the rise of mail-order medications has disrupted the patient-pharmacist relationship, with delays and lost prescriptions affecting customers. Pharmacists John Pitman and Jason Kon argue that the bill will ensure transparency in PBM payments, allowing for fair competition and reducing prices, ultimately benefiting both pharmacies and consumers. Other states like Louisiana and Arkansas have already passed similar legislation.

Local pharmacists are keeping a close eye on legislators considering a bill supporters say will bring transparency to how pharmacy benefit managers operate.

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Harrison County approves budget with no tax increase

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-09-16 09:04:00

SUMMARY: Harrison County leaders have finalized and approved the 2025-2026 fiscal budget with no tax increase, balancing expenditures at around $324 million. The Board of Supervisors completed budget talks and passed the budget before the October 1st deadline. Board President Nathan Barrett confirmed there will be no increases in the county’s tax levies. However, the Harrison County School District will implement a small, state-required increase in their school tax, which is a formality and expected to have minimal impact on taxpayers. Overall, the county’s budget remains stable without additional fiscal burdens on residents.

The Board of Supervisors passed the 2025-2026 fiscal budget on Monday. For more Local News from WLOX: …

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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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