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Thirteen endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles will be released in front of Edgewater Mall
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Aquarium will release 13 endangered Kemp's ridley sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound. Twelve of the turtles have been rehabilitated after being cold-stunned in December 2022, while the thirteenth, nicknamed Mist, has been receiving treatment for the Mycobacterium chelonae pathogen. This release will mark 100 Kemp's ridley sea turtles released by the Mississippi Aquarium since its opening in August 2020.
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SUMMARY: Pass Christian High School track and field team will host the regional meet on their home track this Saturday. The team's success in the district meet led to this opportunity. Key athletes include Anaya Bradley, Harmony Walker, and Ollie “Trae” Bailey, who have shown impressive performances. Coach Roscoe Forch commends their dedication and growth over the years. Walker is currently the fastest girl in the state, while Bailey broke a mile record. Bradley, a WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, aims to continue running in college. Overall, the team's success and hard work have led to a chance at state competitions.
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SUMMARY: Circle Hook Distilling in Gulfport, Mississippi is the first legal distillery in Harrison County, producing award-winning rum. Co-owners Eli and Amy Underhill transitioned from commercial fishing to rum production, emphasizing quality ingredients and processes. They source Grade-A molasses and cane syrup from local sugar mills, along with well water from Harrison County for fermentation. Their handcrafted rum is aged in New American oak barrels, resulting in a versatile final product. In just three years, Circle Hook has expanded distribution to three states. The couple also collaborates with local artists for label design, embodying the spirit of Mississippi and the Gulf Coast.
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Almost 3,500 Mississippi Veterans have enrolled in VA health care in past 365 days, 28% increase over last year
SUMMARY: The Department of Veterans Affairs has enrolled a record number of Veterans in VA health care in Mississippi and nationally. This historic enrollment is the result of aggressive outreach efforts, including events, advertising campaigns, and text messages to encourage Veterans to enroll. VA's goal is to ensure that all eligible Veterans receive the best and most affordable care available. VA has also expanded health care eligibility for Veterans exposed to toxins and hazards while serving in the military, allowing more Veterans to enroll directly in VA health care. The VA is continuing to reach out to Veterans to encourage them to apply for their health care and benefits.
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Entertainment District looks to draw people in
31 Mississippi education centers recognized as Military Star Schools
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Lady Greyhounds’ Five-Run Rally In Sixth Overtakes Lady Warriors 5-2
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8 schools in our area receive ‘Military Star Schools’ recognition
Mississippi lawmakers go back and forth on education funding
Services held for slain Jackson firefighter
Mississippi lawmakers go back and forth on education funding
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Mississippi will soon be bombarded with cicadas
4 tornadoes touched down in Mississippi during latest round of severe storms
Chance of parole denied for man who killed 3 Choctaw Indian tribal members
2 Jones County correctional officers arrested in smuggling bust
Almost 3,500 Mississippi Veterans have enrolled in VA health care in past 365 days, 28% increase over last year
To Stop Fentanyl Deaths in Philadelphia, Knocking on Doors and Handing Out Overdose Kits
Amazon project in Madison County to be over $10B, create more jobs than projected: report
2 arrested after missing man’s body found on side of Mississippi highway
Willis Miller sentenced to 45 years in prison, mandatory
What this means for local schools
Brighter Day with WTOK GM Jacque Harms 041824
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Services held for slain Jackson firefighter
Mississippi lawmakers go back and forth on education funding
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Chelsea Simmons and Tanya Carter show off their archery skills
Pet of the Week – Supreme
Focused on Mississippi: The State’s Tiniest Town
Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Pass Christian's Anaya Bradley!
NAACP Annual Freedom Banquet
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Mississippi News5 days agoMississippi will soon be bombarded with cicadas
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SuperTalk FM4 days ago
4 tornadoes touched down in Mississippi during latest round of severe storms
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SuperTalk FM2 days ago
Chance of parole denied for man who killed 3 Choctaw Indian tribal members
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SuperTalk FM5 days ago
2 Jones County correctional officers arrested in smuggling bust
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Local News5 days agoAlmost 3,500 Mississippi Veterans have enrolled in VA health care in past 365 days, 28% increase over last year
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Kaiser Health News2 days ago
To Stop Fentanyl Deaths in Philadelphia, Knocking on Doors and Handing Out Overdose Kits
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SuperTalk FM4 days ago
Amazon project in Madison County to be over $10B, create more jobs than projected: report
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SuperTalk FM2 days ago
2 arrested after missing man’s body found on side of Mississippi highway
