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One arrested, one wanted in fatal Gulfport shooting
SUMMARY: On April 29, 2025, Gulfport Police arrested 23-year-old Paul Ravin Martin Jr. in connection with a fatal shooting on April 28. Martin faces charges of First-Degree Murder, Shooting into a Dwelling, and three counts of Aggravated Assault. The shooting occurred near Holly Circle, leaving one victim dead, 16-year-old Cobi Earnest, and three others wounded. Martin and another suspect, Kevin Eugene James, confronted individuals and fired indiscriminately before fleeing. Martin, already out on bond for a prior shooting, was arrested and held without bond. James, wanted for the same charges, is considered armed and dangerous.
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Homeschool families gather for fun and friendly competition at Kroc Center Field Day
SUMMARY: Homeschool students from across the Gulf Coast gathered at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi for Homeschool Field Day, a fun-filled event featuring games like sack races, track and field, balloon toss, and face painting. Participants of all ages enjoyed friendly competition, team-building, and outdoor activities. Families in the Spring 2025 Kroc Homeschool Program attended free, others paid \$10. Parents appreciated seeing their children thrive outside traditional classrooms. The event fostered friendship and memorable experiences, with highlights including spirited races and the popular balloon toss. It showcased the Kroc Center’s supportive homeschool community and engaging programs.
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George County drops opening game of 6A State Championship series to Saltillo, 4-3.
SUMMARY: The George County baseball team returned to Pearl aiming for back-to-back Class 6A State Championships. In game one, they started strong with an early RBI by Tripp Lightsey and solid pitching from ace Preston McAdory, who struck out nine over 105 pitches. By the fourth inning, the Rebels led 3-0 thanks to contributions from Cayler Havard and Blane Green. However, Saltillo rallied, scoring three runs in the seventh, forcing extras, and winning with a walk-off single in the eighth inning. Despite the 4-3 loss, George County remains determined to bounce back in game two, continuing their pursuit of a consecutive title.
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‘Sesame Street’ moves in with Netflix, but will stay on PBS
SUMMARY: Netflix and PBS have partnered to stream new episodes of “Sesame Street” simultaneously on Netflix, PBS, and the PBS Kids app starting later this year, while select past episodes will also be available worldwide on Netflix. This deal follows Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision not to renew its HBO and Max arrangement, though those platforms will keep episodes until 2027. Season 56 will feature longer, character-driven stories focusing on emotional well-being, with updates to the show’s look and exploration of the iconic Sesame Street neighborhood. PBS emphasizes the show’s educational impact, and Netflix highlights its commitment to quality children’s programming.
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