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Restoring the oyster population on the Gulf Coast
SUMMARY: The oyster industry in the Gulf of Mexico has experienced a rapid decline, but the University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is taking steps to restore the oyster population. At USM’s Thad Cochran Marine Aquaculture Center, the oyster team is working tirelessly to care for oyster larvae. The current hatchery produces 300 million oyster larvae annually, but a new hatchery is being built to double that number by 2025. The team is dedicated to their work, recognizing the importance of the oyster industry for the ecological and economic health of the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Oysters also play a vital role in maintaining water quality, as a single adult oyster can filter more than 50 gallons of water per day.
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Harrison County approves budget with no tax increase
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
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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9/11 – Warmer Than Average Afternoons and Dry Conditions Continue
SUMMARY: On 9/11, Bay St. Louis experienced warmer-than-average afternoons with dry conditions continuing. High temperatures reached around 89°F, typical for September, with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s overnight. The evening was calm, with clear skies and comfortable temperatures in the low to mid-70s. No rain was detected on Mississippi Power radar, and marine conditions over the Mississippi Sound remained pleasant. Tomorrow will bring clear skies, low 90s highs, and southeast winds picking up. A cold front will move east with a slight chance of showers northward. High pressure will build over the weekend, increasing temperatures into the low to mid-90s.
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