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Networking, business indicators highlight GCBC State of the Coast Business Symposium
SUMMARY: At the Gulf Coast Business Council’s fifth annual State of the Coast Symposium, business leaders gathered at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino to discuss economic trends in South Mississippi. The event, attended by over 600 members, partners, and regional officials, provided a platform for networking and sharing strategies on job retention, economic forecasts, and business growth. Guest speaker Cam Marston highlighted the generational shift in leadership, emphasizing the transition from veteran workforce members to Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. The symposium underscored the importance of attracting and retaining talent to drive economic progress in the region.
Leaders from all over the Coast met at the Beau Rivage for the Gulf Coast Business Council’s fifth annual State of the Coast …
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08/07 Ryan’s “Seasonal” Thursday Morning Forecast
SUMMARY: South Mississippi’s Thursday forecast calls for near-normal temperatures with fewer showers than recent days. Tropical activity includes Tropical Storm Dexter with 50 mph winds, a weakening system off the East Coast with a 30% development chance, and another disturbance in the central Atlantic that could become the next named storm. Locally, calm seas and mostly clear skies are expected, with isolated afternoon coastal showers and thunderstorms possible. Friday should be drier, but rain chances rise again over the weekend and early next week due to a low south of the area. Increased rain next week will slightly cool temperatures.
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FIRST ALERT: Hot & humid Thursday, afternoon storms possible (08/06/2025)
SUMMARY: South Mississippi faces a hot, humid Thursday with afternoon storms possible. Thunderstorms are developing mainly over Stone and George counties but may weaken as daytime heating fades. Rain chances tonight are low but not zero. Tomorrow mirrors today with coastal showers and scattered afternoon storms, temperatures near 90°F, and heat indices reaching 105°F where storms are absent. Offshore winds will be light, with variable gusts near storms. Water temps are in the upper 80s. No Gulf tropical threats currently, but the Atlantic’s tropical wave Invest 96L is being watched for gradual development. The 7-day forecast calls for ongoing hot, humid weather with scattered storms.
Chief Meteorologist Eric Jeansonne explains why typical South Mississippi weather is to be expected along with why storms can’t be ruled out.
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Sparklight offers free backpacks and school supplies to Coast kids
SUMMARY: Sparklight is helping Coast families with back-to-school costs by giving out 400 backpacks filled with essential school supplies. Starting today, 100 of these backpacks will be available at four locations in Biloxi, Gulfport, Long Beach, and Pascagoula. The backpacks and supplies are being distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis, with one backpack allowed per family. The event included food, fellowship, and fun activities for kids, such as bounce houses, creating a community atmosphere while supporting local students and families preparing for the new school year.
The company is giving out approximately 400 free backpacks filled with essential school supplies.
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