SUMMARY: In this episode of Expert Talk, host Michelle Eubank welcomes Danielle Gillery from Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP). SMP is a government grant program that empowers Medicare beneficiaries, families, and caregivers to protect Medicare funds from fraud, waste, and abuse. They promote a strategy of prevent, detect, and report. Beneficiaries are advised to keep their Medicare numbers private and to be cautious of phone calls claiming to be from Medicare. It’s essential to review Medicare Summary Notices or Explanation of Benefits for accuracy. To report fraud, individuals can contact the toll-free number 877-272-8270, with local assistance available.

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SUMMARY: Today‘s weather forecast, sponsored by The People’s Bank, indicates a cooler than normal start, continuing for the next few days. There’s some lingering wood smoke in the air from local fires, though conditions are improving. Expect afternoon temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s, gradually warming. The tropical outlook shows no immediate threats, with Tropical Storm Oscar moving away from Cuba towards the Atlantic. Skies will be clear today, with some clouds developing overnight and into tomorrow. A front will approach later in the week, bringing warmer temperatures and more cloud cover, but primarily sunny conditions persist.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi Power is concluding its annual “Renew Our Rivers” initiative, with employees recently cleaning up the Wolf and Jordan rivers in Hancock County and the Pascagoula River near Moss Point. Environmental Affairs Director Michael Harvey highlighted the program’s role in promoting environmental stewardship while benefiting the community. This marks the 19th year of the initiative, during which over 425 tons of trash and debris have been collected across the service area. In this year’s efforts, volunteers removed unusual items, including a fridge, a deep freezer, and a small boat. Mississippi Power plans to expand the program in the coming years.

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