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Long Beach takes next step toward long-awaited harbor repairs
SUMMARY: Long Beach city leaders are progressing towards repairing the storm-damaged harbor, following Hurricane Zeta’s destruction of piers and docks in October 2020. In a recent meeting, aldermen voted to solicit bids for inner harbor repairs. Although FEMA awarded the city $2.58 million, rising costs due to inflation may exceed this amount. FEMA will reimburse the actual repair costs, prompting the city to finalize expenditure estimates. Harbor improvement efforts will continue under the current administration until June 30, with additional work underway on the inner bulkhead wall funded by Tidelands Gulf Restoration and Gilsa funds.
In a special-called meeting Thursday night, aldermen voted to open bids to repair and improve the inner harbor. For more Local …
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Steps being taken to reopen parking garage at Harrison County Courthouse
SUMMARY: Harrison County leaders are taking steps to reopen the parking garage at the courthouse, which has been closed since November 2024 after parts of the concrete were found to be crumbling. Bids are now being accepted to address structural issues within the garage. County Engineer Jaclyn Turner emphasized that while the structure is not in critical condition, it remains closed to prevent any potential damage. Turner remains optimistic that the garage could be reopened next year. She noted that repairs have been discussed for years and expressed determination to ensure the work is finally completed.
Steps being taken to reopen parking garage at Harrison County Courthouse
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Sandbag locations open ahead of tropical weather
SUMMARY: Free sandbags are now available for residents and businesses in Biloxi, Gulfport, and D’Iberville to help reinforce properties ahead of tropical weather. These sandbags can be picked up at self-serve locations, where individuals must bring their own shovel. In Gulfport, there is a limit of 10 sandbags per person. For a complete list of sandbag distribution sites, visit the WLOX-DOT website. The initiative aims to support community preparedness and minimize damage during upcoming storms by providing necessary materials at no cost.
In preparation for possible tropical weather, sandbag locations are available.
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Sam’s “Warm and Humid” Tuesday Evening Forecast
SUMMARY: A hot and humid Tuesday afternoon in South Mississippi features temperatures near 93°F with heat indexes reaching around 102 to 108°F, prompting a heat advisory until 7 p.m. Light breezes at 5 mph provide slight relief. Tonight, temperatures will drop to the mid and upper 70s with increased humidity and light northwest winds. Tomorrow starts sunny with highs near 95°F around noon, but rain chances increase to 60% later, linked to a tropical disturbance in the Gulf that could bring heavy rain Wednesday afternoon and evening. Water conditions will worsen by Thursday, with rain chances remaining high through the week.
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