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Moss Point community reflects on devastating tornado, rebuilding of city
SUMMARY: Dave Elliot interviews Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight about the city's recovery one year after a tornado. Mayor Knight shares that the city has made significant progress, surpassing expectations due to community cooperation and external assistance. Nonprofits like the Mennonites helped rebuild homes with funds from a locally raised long-term recovery fund. Knight suggests other cities could adopt this model. Despite FEMA's slow reimbursements, Moss Point took proactive measures to expedite recovery. Corporate partners like Merchants and Marine Bank also contributed, dispelling rumors of their departure. Knight expresses gratitude to residents and local churches for their united efforts in revitalizing Moss Point.
One year ago, a devastating tornado tore through parts of Moss Point.
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6/28 – Trey Tonnessen's “The Index” Friday Morning Forecast
SUMMARY: Good morning, South Mississippi. Today's weather is similar to the past few days. While temperatures are rising, the region has remained mostly dry, with thunderstorms occurring mainly to the west and east. Currently, Southern Mississippi's six counties are free of storms. Temperatures range from the mid-70s to lower 80s but will feel like the 90s due to humidity. Heat advisories may vary, depending on different Weather Service offices. The southwesterly wind continues, bringing humidity and occasionally, thunderstorms in the afternoon. The 7-day forecast predicts low to mid-90s temperatures, with chances of showers and thunderstorms over the next few days.
6/28 – Trey Tonnessen's “The Index” Friday Morning Forecast
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Aiden Boudro wins Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year
SUMMARY: Aiden Buo, a Bay High soccer star, has been named the Mississippi Gatorade Player of the Year, an honor awarded to the state's top student-athlete in their sport. Buo, entering his senior year, didn't initially aim for the award but feels honored to receive it. His coach, Chris Doxy, praised Aiden's hard work, leadership, and passion both on and off the field. Aiden, set to play at Davidson, expressed excitement about possibly earning the award again and aims to help his team win three consecutive state titles for the first time in school history.
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Memorial’s largest class of new physicians honored at White Coat Ceremonya
SUMMARY: Memorial Hospital held its white coat ceremony at the Hancock Whitney Tower in downtown Gulfport, distributing 20 robes to new residents in internal medicine and family medicine. Nine newly graduated Family Medicine doctors are staying local. The program aims to increase the number of physicians in the community. One local resident, born at Gulfport Memorial, expressed pride in serving the community. Memorial hosts the only civilian residency on the Gulf Coast, currently with 46 residents in its program. The event highlights the hospital's ongoing efforts to build a legacy of medical service in the area.
Memorial Graduate Medical Education hosted the 2024 White Coat Ceremony for its largest class to date.
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