SUMMARY: Crusaders for Veterans, in collaboration with the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, will host a homeless veterans standown on November 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Coast Coliseum. The event will feature the VA and other vendors assisting veterans with registration and providing on-site hygiene care. Crusaders will distribute 244 backpacks filled with essential items. Donations of new or gently used blankets, sleeping bags, socks, scarves, toothbrushes, and hygiene products are welcome until October 18th. For more details, visit CrusadersVeterans.com.

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SUMMARY: A team of First Responders from South Mississippi has returned home after a four-day search and rescue mission in Florida following Hurricane Helen. Comprised of firefighters from the coast to Hattiesburg, the Mississippi Search and Rescue Task Force 3 deployed before the storm made landfall. They traveled over 2,000 miles, focusing on clearing roads blocked by fallen trees and assessing homes for trapped victims. Most of their efforts were concentrated in Madison County, where significant tree damage was reported, though flooding was not a major concern. They provided vital information to the Emergency Operations Center for disaster management.

Crews from the Mississippi Task Force returned home after providing aid to Hurricane Helene victims in Florida. For more Local …

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SUMMARY: City leaders have approved $7.3 million in bonds to tackle infrastructure issues, including water, sewage, and road improvements. The first bond, a $2 million general fund bond, will enhance the town center and Town Commons, remove older structures, and improve lighting along Highway 90. The second, a $5.3 million revenue bond, will address lift stations, drainage, and water treatment facilities. Mayor Casey Vaugh emphasizes the importance of maintaining solid infrastructure to prevent issues seen in other areas. Importantly, these bonds will not raise taxes, with revenue coming from online sales tax to cover paving projects.

During a meeting on Tuesday, the city approved $7.3 million in bonds to address issues including water, sewage, and roadwork.

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