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The Distinguished Gentlemen Society give back to the community
The Distinguished Gentlemen Society at North Gulfport Elementary and Middle School did their part of help out the less fortunate during the holiday season.
The Distinguished Gentlemen Society is a school club that tries to teach young men how to be the best version of themselves through service.
The original goal was to collect 650 cans, but the society — along with help from the school and 8th grader Josiah Evans — surpassed that goal with a total of 24,00 cans for “Feed My Sheep.”
Evans donated a thousand cans himself.
The Feed My Sheep van was loaded from top…
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“Gulfport Rising” vision introduced to Gulfport School District which includes plan for on-site Football Field!
SUMMARY: Gulfport School District’s Athletic Director Matt Walters unveiled “Gulfport Rising,” a multi-phase vision to enhance the school and community. The plan includes building a high school football stadium on campus—long overdue—along with a natatorium, bowling lanes, pickleball courts, and a powerlifting facility to serve diverse student interests. Head Football Coach Blake Pennock emphasized the project’s significance, highlighting opportunities for athletes, band members, and community events. Both praised the collaboration between the district and city, noting the project’s transition from planning to action. WXXV News 25 will continue covering the developments, marking an exciting future for Gulfport schools.
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Girls camp grieves loss of 27 campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed more than 80 people
SUMMARY: Catastrophic flooding in central Texas over the July Fourth weekend killed over 80 people, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic along the Guadalupe River. Authorities continue searching for many missing amid heavy debris and challenging conditions, with over 1,000 volunteers aiding rescue efforts in Kerr County. Despite flood warnings, the unprecedented intense downpour—months of rain in hours—caught residents off guard. Survivors described clinging to trees and attics as waters surged. Officials face scrutiny over preparedness and response. President Trump declared a disaster, promising a visit and recovery aid, while downplaying criticism of federal meteorological and emergency agencies amid broader government spending cuts.
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Maroon Tide football duo commits to two different SEC Teams!
SUMMARY: Two Picayune standouts, four-star edge Nolan Wilson and three-star offensive lineman Mitchell Smith, have committed to colleges. Smith, a State Champion, chose Vanderbilt University, praising the family atmosphere and coaching staff. Wilson, an edge rusher nicknamed a quarterback’s nightmare, committed to the University of Alabama, appreciating their trust in him as his first offer. Both will compete in the SEC but face off daily in practice, pushing each other to improve. Their competitive rivalry is seen as a key advantage, helping sharpen their skills. They aim to continue their strong partnership and pursue another championship for Picayune.
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