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16-year-old Vancleave girl pleads guilty to second-degree murder
SUMMARY: A 16-year-old girl from Vancleave pleaded guilty to the second-degree murder of a 19-year-old from Ocean Springs. Bridgett Forehand, who was 14 at the time, shot and killed Mickell Gordon in March 2021. Forehand, who said she was drinking alcohol at the time and didn’t remember the incident, was charged as an adult, pleaded guilty, and took responsibility. She received a 40-year prison sentence, suspended to 25 years. She will serve 15 years day-for-day, plus 25 years under post-release supervision.
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Broadband expansion impacting communities for the better
SUMMARY: Broadband expansion in rural Pearl River County, Mississippi, aims to improve internet access for homes, schools, and businesses, potentially enhancing community safety and educational resources. Currently, residents face connectivity challenges; students struggle to complete assignments, and critical updates, like weather alerts, often go unnoticed. Funded by federal grant programs, the project has encountered delays due to complications with infrastructure and historical site assessments. Local residents, like Megan Morgan, emphasize the urgency for reliable internet, noting its vital role in modern education and community well-being. There’s hope that increased access will strengthen and connect the community.
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Pascagoula parks being built thanks to food and drinks tax
SUMMARY: In Pascagoula, Mississippi, childhood memories are being created through parks funded by a 2% tax on restaurant food and drinks. Since 2013, this tax has generated about a million dollars annually, supporting playground equipment and a ten-million-dollar sports complex. City Manager Justin Larsen emphasizes the tax’s role in enhancing the 2012 parks and recreation master plan. Families, like Charlotte Jerde’s, cherish experiences at these parks, noting their importance beyond just facilities. The funding also maintains unseen aspects like field upkeep and lighting, ensuring the longevity of these community spaces for future generations.
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HII Hosts HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Leaders at Ingalls Shipbuilding
SUMMARY: HII hosted leaders from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries (HHI) at its Ingalls Shipbuilding division to discuss the implementation of new processes to accelerate ship production, following the memorandum of understanding signed earlier. The visit included a tour of the shipyard and a demonstration of the new virtual welding lab, showcasing the use of technology to improve workforce skills. Both companies aim to leverage their expertise and resources to enhance efficiency, technological innovation, and strengthen global defense. Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Blanchette and HHI CEO Won-ho Joo highlighted the importance of this strategic partnership.
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