SUMMARY: Waveland police officer Taylor Buis received a special honor today when New Orleans Saints legend Bobby Abar surprised him with the Keesler Federal First Responder of the Year award. Buis, who has been with the department for under a year and recently joined the fire service, was recognized for his life-saving actions on multiple occasions. Overwhelmed with emotion, he expressed his appreciation for the recognition, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging first responders in the community. He received both a plaque and a financial award for his outstanding contributions.

Officer Taylor Bourgeris was named Keesler Federal’s First Responder of the Year.

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SUMMARY: Governor Tate Reeves’ economic development plan allocates over $6 million for the construction of the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center near Keesler Air Force Base, set to be completed by summer 2026. The center will feature public access and military entry points, facilitating training and collaboration. It supports the Mississippi Cyber Initiative led by Mississippi State University, uniting academia, law enforcement, and the intelligence community to address issues like ransomware and cybercrime. This partnership enhances cooperation between state entities and Department of Defense forces at Keesler. Construction is slated to begin in June.

The Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center will be managed by the Mississippi State University Research and Technology Corporation.

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SUMMARY: Heavy rain has caused significant traffic delays on I-10 eastbound in Harrison County, particularly between the Kelil and MJA Avenue exits due to emergency road repairs. Traffic is backed up to Diamond Head as crews address a pothole that has damaged vehicle tires. One lane near the Kelil exit is closed, contributing to congestion. Roadwork is expected to persist throughout the day, affecting both eastbound and westbound traffic in the area. Motorists are advised to expect delays, especially between Diamond Head and Mingch. Updates on the situation will continue throughout the day.

Eastbound lanes are congested between the Kiln Delisle Road exit and the Menge Avenue exit.

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