SUMMARY: In this week‘s Tech Bite, Patrick Moes introduces back-to-school tech with Verizon, highlighting the Gizmo Watch 3 for kids. This watch offers features like alarms, interactive games, school mode to limit distractions, and real-time location tracking for parents. It’s perfect for younger children not yet ready for a phone. Additionally, Verizon offers affordable 5G home internet plans starting at $35/month, along with the new “My Home” service, allowing users to bundle streaming platforms for just $10/month each. For more information, you can visit verizon.com or your local Verizon store.

Winnie Wright with Verizon is back with more back-to-school tech including the Gizmo 3 Adventure smart watch.

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SUMMARY: The WXXV Friday Night Showcase covers an exciting week of high school football along the Mississippi Gulf Coast, highlighting thrilling games and standout performances. Week four featured the Stone Tom Cats securing their first win against St. Martin, and the Gulfport Admirals defeating the Picayune Maroon Tide. The Buuy Indians faced the Hattiesburg Tigers, narrowly losing 12-7. The Pass Christian Pirates continued their winning streak, highlighted by a state record 61-yard field goal by Evan Noel. The showcase also celebrated enthusiastic student sections and looks forward to more matchups in week five, inviting fans to participate in the game of the week poll.

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SUMMARY: Good evening, South Mississippi. Meteorologist Sam Parker reports on Invest 97, which has a 50% chance of developing into a tropical storm over the next two days. The storm is expected to move through the Caribbean and into the Gulf Coast, with the cold front steering it towards the Florida Panhandle rather than Mississippi. Models show potential impacts ranging from a Category 1 to Category 3 hurricane, although strength remains uncertain. Local conditions are clear now with mid-70s temperatures, warming up to 90 degrees soon. Rainstorm impacts may begin midweek, necessitating residents to stay updated on forecasts and emergency guidelines.

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