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8/10 – Chris’s “HOT WEEKEND AHEAD” Friday Afternoon Forecast

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www.wxxv25.com – Chris Denmark – 2023-08-11 12:27:31

SUMMARY: A severe heatwave is predicted for the local area with an excessive heat warning in place until 7PM today and a heatwatch scheduled from 11AM-7PM Saturday, both forecasting heat indices from 110-116. Despite the chances of rain being slim, there is still a possibility. Over the weekend, temperatures will be in the upper 90s, with a slight chance of thunderstorms on Saturday afternoon and higher chances on Sunday and Monday due to the sea-breeze effect. Despite a front moving north later in the week, oppressive heat is expected to continue, with temperatures finally dropping to the low 90s by next Wednesday.

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HII Hosts HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Leaders at Ingalls Shipbuilding

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-26 12:00:00

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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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, St. Patrick’s Mary Evelyn Jakubik!

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www.wxxv25.com – Ansley Brent – 2025-04-24 23:06:00

SUMMARY: Mary Evelyn Jakubik, a junior at St. Patrick, helped her tennis team win their first-ever State Championship on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. After rediscovering her passion for tennis during the COVID years, Jakubik’s dedication paid off as she was selected for the prestigious Ozaki Cup and won numerous tournaments, including a mixed doubles State title as a freshman. The day after the team victory, she clinched the girls’ singles State Championship by overcoming a tough first set. Jakubik, a three-time State Champion, is now aiming to win a girls doubles title with her sister, Campbell, next year.

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Litter becoming a growing problem in Stone County

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-24 19:15:00

SUMMARY: Littering is a significant issue in rural Mississippi, with the state investing millions to address it. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) notes that litter poses dangers, contributing to numerous accidents and fatalities. Efforts to strengthen litter laws have failed, yet programs like Adopt-a-Highway and the Inmate Litter Program collected over 72,000 bags of trash in District 6 last year. Education initiatives, including MDOT’s “Myrtle the Turtle,” focus on changing mindsets about littering. Local pride in communities, as expressed by Wiggins resident Tammy Smith, highlights the need for individual responsibility to combat litter effectively.

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