SUMMARY: As summer ends, back-to-school shopping can be stressful for parents like Jeryn Frederic, who has five children. Old School Tutoring and Toys in Pascagoula offers a customizable, affordable school supply bag service that delivers directly to local schools, saving parents time and hassle. Since 2017, owner Christina Bates has grown the service from 50 to over 500 bags annually, with plans to expand. Profits support local schools, donating \$10 per bag purchased to partner schools. The company also offers donation “essential boxes” to help families in need, making back-to-school prep easier for the community.

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SUMMARY: Gulfport School District’s Athletic Director Matt Walters unveiled “Gulfport Rising,” a multi-phase vision to enhance the school and community. The plan includes building a high school football stadium on campus—long overdue—along with a natatorium, bowling lanes, pickleball courts, and a powerlifting facility to serve diverse student interests. Head Football Coach Blake Pennock emphasized the project’s significance, highlighting opportunities for athletes, band members, and community events. Both praised the collaboration between the district and city, noting the project’s transition from planning to action. WXXV News 25 will continue covering the developments, marking an exciting future for Gulfport schools.

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SUMMARY: Catastrophic flooding in central Texas over the July Fourth weekend killed over 80 people, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River. Authorities continue searching for many missing amid heavy debris and challenging conditions, with over 1,000 volunteers aiding rescue efforts in Kerr County. Despite flood warnings, the unprecedented intense downpour—months of rain in hours—caught residents off guard. Survivors described clinging to trees and attics as waters surged. Officials face scrutiny over preparedness and response. President Trump declared a disaster, promising a visit and recovery aid, while downplaying criticism of federal meteorological and emergency agencies amid broader government spending cuts.

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