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Disability Connection Celebration provides resources for Coast families

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4 weeks ago

June 10, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-06-10 13:37:50

SUMMARY: The first Disability Connection Celebration at Jones Park, organized by Spot Therapy, aims to connect individuals with disabilities and their families to local resources. The event, featuring free food, face painting, and bubbles, provides an opportunity for attendees to ask questions, gain knowledge, and form connections. Spot Therapy owner Jessica Carter highlights the lack of awareness about available resources, emphasizing the community's role in supporting these families. Parents like Renee May and Grace Ross share their experiences, stressing the importance of community and family support in managing disabilities. Spot Therapy's goal is to expand resources and create a supportive environment in Gulfport.

An organization that works with individuals with disabilities held its first Disability Connection Celebration Saturday at Jones Park.

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-05 14:48:35

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-05 13:21:19

SUMMARY: In Nashville, a woman expressed her fear in court that her abuser would kill her if released. Despite multiple violent incidents, he was released without informing her or placing a GPS monitor on him. Shortly after, he went missing, prompting the woman's father, Lance, to warn her. Lauren, the victim, stopped responding to messages, and her Life 360 tracker was turned off. Her body was later found brutally beaten in her car at a cemetery. Lance condemned the criminal justice system for its failures. The abuser, Rivers, has a criminal history and is currently in jail on a $1 million bond.

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UPDATE: Murder victim identified, suspect arrested following manhunt in Harrison County

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19 hours ago

July 5, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-07-05 13:20:22

SUMMARY: Welcome to the 4:00 show, I'm Dave Elliot, and I'm Karen Abery. Harrison County coroner Brian Switzer has identified the body found in a vehicle at Wolf River Cemetery as 22-year-old Lauren Johansson from Gulfport. 23-year-old Bryson John Rivers has been charged with her murder and was arrested after a six-hour manhunt. Sheriff Matt Haley stated that deputies spotted Rivers fleeing towards the woods after responding to a welfare concern. Johansson's body was discovered in the vehicle. Rivers is being held on a $1 million bond. More details, including an interview with Johansson's father, will be on WLX News at 6.