SUMMARY: After 14 months and $4.2 million in renovations, the Pascagoula Public Library will reopen on August 18, with a grand opening planned for October. Upgrades addressed issues in the 40-year-old building, including a new roof, elevator, HVAC system, skylight glass, remodeled restrooms, updated flooring, and ADA-compliant ramps. A new audiovisual lab with advanced recording equipment will provide free digital content creation. The expanded children’s section will feature a video gaming area and pirate-themed play space. Director Angela Stewart emphasized improved climate control vital for preserving rare historical materials. The library remains a community hub and safe space, highlighting continued investment in public libraries in Jackson County.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi billionaire Tommy Duff, at a GOP dinner, delivered a compelling political speech outlining his vision for the state without announcing a gubernatorial bid. Praising President Trump’s outsider approach, Duff paralleled their business backgrounds, detailing his success growing Southern Tire Mart and managing over 20 companies through Duff Capital Investors. He highlighted workforce challenges, especially brain drain, and applauded efforts to foster business-friendly environments and attract major companies like Toyota and Amazon. Duff emphasized the need for bold leadership, workforce development, and deregulation to advance Mississippi beyond its regional peers. Though he stopped short of declaring a run, his speech positioned him as a major GOP contender.

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