SUMMARY: On April 30, 2025, a group of local Vietnam War veterans gathered to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the war’s end. The veterans met in the Biloxi area, sharing their experiences and reflecting on their time in service. Many, like Robert Austin, found solace in connecting with others who understood their struggles, including PTSD. Lewis Shanks, who had previously avoided veteran groups, found comfort in this gathering. The event highlighted the importance of supporting one another, with a focus on ensuring future generations of veterans are never left behind. The Vietnam Veterans of America plays a key role in this legacy.

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SUMMARY: Welcome back to Good Morning Mississippi Nature Trivia! Today’s questions cover fascinating nature facts. The largest alligator found in Mississippi was a massive 14 feet 3 inches and weighed 800 pounds — a real giant. The Dachshund dog breed’s name means “badger dog” in German, bred to flush badgers from their burrows. We explored identifying flowers, including the hibiscus and dragon’s head, plus learned a cockroach’s heart surprisingly has 13 chambers. Trivia fun combines surprising nature knowledge with some friendly competition. It’s a great reminder to appreciate and learn more about the natural world around us.

Bill, Brandy, and Wesley test their nature knowledge on the first day of May.

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SUMMARY: Harrison Central’s softball team, sitting at a 500 record, has defied expectations by making a postseason run in the 7A class. After a rough 0-6 start to the 2025 season, a mid-season turnaround propelled them to a district title and a second-round playoff matchup. Coach Jimmy Parker, who promised to dye his hair red if they won, now sports pink hair, symbolizing the team’s renewed focus and unity. With a mix of grit and determination, the Red Rebelletes are ready to continue their playoff journey, facing Petal in game one of the series at 6 p.m. Thursday.

The team started the season 0-6, but thanks to a mid-season turnaround, the Red Rebelettes are back in the hunt for a state …

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