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Small business owners talk about importance of Small Business Saturday
SUMMARY: Lauren Brousard and Rachel Kelly joined to discuss National Small Business Saturday, happening this weekend. Lauren owns Bruce Arts Barber Shop in downtown Buxi, while Rachel runs the Cornerstone Boutique, celebrating three years in business. They highlighted Shop Small Saturday, encouraging local shopping with various specials at downtown shops. The event will feature Christmas characters, raffle opportunities for the Center for Nonviolence, and booths from about 20 local artists. The shop hours are 10 AM to 2 PM, with regular business hours for the stores. More information is available on their Facebook and Instagram pages.
Lauren Broussard and Rachel Kelley talk about the importance of Small Business Saturday, coming up Nov. 30.
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2024 Tour of Historical Churches brings community together for holiday season
SUMMARY: The historical church tour in Gulfport featured four downtown churches and was attended by around 50 people. Starting at Morning Star Baptist Church, participants learned about the rich histories and current offerings of these long-standing places of worship. Celebrating over a century, CH Seat continues to foster community and faith. Attendees, many longstanding followers of the event, appreciated the opportunity to reconnect with friends and engage in the holiday spirit. Organized by the Gulfport Historical Society, the tour also honored late member George Slal’s goal of uniting the community, concluding at the Gulfport Museum of History for enhanced learning.
Those attending this year’s Tour of Historical Churches in Gulfport got to learn about the rich history of four downtown churches.
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Harrison Co. supervisors approve $75 million bond for Memorial Health System
SUMMARY: Memorial Hospital is set to expand following the approval of a $75 million bond by Harrison County Supervisors for a facility enhancement after Memorial Health’s acquisition of Meritt. This takeover will rebrand the downtown hospital as Memorial Health Hospital, with the sale expected to finalize early next year. The bond will fund a new multi-service facility for pediatric care and oncology, along with upgraded equipment like MRI machines and a new 300-space parking lot. Both Harrison County and Gulfport need to approve the bond, which is featured on the upcoming Gulfport Council agenda.
Memorial Hospital will be getting some new facilities— this after Memorial Health System announced the takeover of Merit Health Biloxi November 8.
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WXXV’s Dave Elliott sits down with Major Jerry Friday to talk about the Salvation Army’s Red
SUMMARY: The Salvation Army has launched its red kettle campaign across South Mississippi to raise $28,000 for food, shelter, and emergency assistance. Major Jury highlighted community involvement, with local firefighters and police participating in kettling, including a friendly competition among mayors. Special events include challenges from the Mississippi House and Senate on December 20, fostering community spirit. Additionally, the upcoming Giving Tuesday encourages online donations and toy contributions for the Angel Tree initiative, with toys being sorted at a new Christmas warehouse for distribution on December 18. Community support is vital for the campaign’s success.
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