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New restaurant 'Howie T's' opens in honor of late father

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-06-17 08:47:14

SUMMARY: Many families are celebrating Father’s Day, but for the Goet family, it’s a day to honor their late father by opening a new restaurant. Howard Piin, a respected Mississippi barber and business owner, died of COVID-19 in March 2020, making him the first documented COVID death in Mississippi. His daughter Jamie Pickins co-owns “Howe Teas Wings and Tacos” to keep his entrepreneurial spirit alive. Despite facing numerous challenges in renovating the building, the family’s strong support system helped them persevere. Howard’s wife Brenda is overjoyed by the restaurant, which continues Howard’s legacy and honors his memory.

As a well-known Mississippi barber and business owner, Howard Pickens, also known as “Howie,” always pushed entrepreneurship on all five of his daughters.

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Saints Report: Saints lose another close game this time in week two against the San Francisco 49ers

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-09-16 10:24:27

SUMMARY: The New Orleans Saints lost a close game in week two against the San Francisco 49ers, 26-21, at the Caesar Superdome. Despite missing key 49ers players, the Saints struggled early but fought back with touchdowns by Rasheed Shahid and Devon Ble. A critical fourth-down sack of Spencer Rattler sealed their fate. Coach Kell Moore praised the team’s effort but emphasized the need for better situational play and seizing opportunities. The Saints aim to improve as they prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks next Sunday, September 21st. Reporting from the Caesar Superdome, Ever Gier Jr., WXXV News25 Sports.

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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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