SUMMARY: In a final regular-season competition at Cypress Lanes in Diberville, Hanock High School’s bowling teams excelled, winning first place in both boys and girls categories. The boys scored 3,958 pins while the girls tallied 2,900 pins. All local schools performed well as they prepare for one last meet before regional play next week. J Jr William Lie expressed confidence in his team’s readiness, emphasizing their consistent practice. Class 2 regionals are scheduled for January 21-22 at Park P Lanes, while Class 3 will compete on January 22-24 at Spanish Trails. Best wishes to all bowlers pursuing a state championship!

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SUMMARY: Hugh Keading, a prominent attorney on the Gulf Coast, announced his candidacy for mayor of Gulfport. His campaign focuses on addressing the police officer shortage by engaging youth through community programs to foster understanding and support. Additionally, Keading aims to enhance Gulfport’s downtown entertainment district by promoting residential housing, crucial for creating a vibrant area. He expressed optimism based on market studies indicating demand for new apartments. Keading’s announcement follows the Democratic candidacy of Sonia Williams Barnes, marking a competitive race for Gulfport’s leadership. Jordan Lasser from WXXV News25 reported on the announcement.

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SUMMARY: This week on Megan Monday, students at Nativity BBM Elementary in Buoy are launching a mission project for 2025 aimed at spreading their faith and love of Jesus Christ in the community. The initiative, called the “Mini Jesus Project,” began this summer and involves students distributing over a thousand Mini Jesus items with QR codes linking to their church’s website. The program emphasizes the importance of sharing faith, prayer, and community involvement. Students are excited to hide these Mini Jesuses in public places, encouraging others to engage with the church and its teachings.

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