SUMMARY: In South Mississippi, Operation Christmas Child is collecting shoe boxes filled with gifts for needy children. Coordinator Doug Bradford shared that over 4,000 boxes were shipped to Atlanta for overseas distribution, mainly to Africa. The collection week is currently ongoing, with six drop-off locations available until Monday. The initiative aims to distribute over 12 million boxes this year, reaching 170 countries and impacting 29,000 children daily. Each box represents hope and joy, especially for children aged 2-14. Community members can contribute by filling boxes with toys, school supplies, and personal care items at designated locations.

A special mission is underway right here in South Mississippi collecting shoe boxes for needy children and filling them with gifts ahead of the holidays.

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SUMMARY: Pathways to Possibilities is a career exploration event for eighth graders in Mississippi, showcasing diverse career opportunities across various fields. Co-founder Karen Sock highlights the community’s support, with over 150 organizations providing hands-on activities. Former attendee Shelby Fitz reflects on her journey, sharing how a family medical emergency shifted her focus from teaching to health sciences. The event, now in its 11th year, has grown from 5,500 attendees to 7,000, encouraging students to explore multiple career paths and recognize the potential impacts of their experiences. Participants are urged to engage fully with the resources presented.

Acadian EMT basic Shelby Fitzhugh encourages students to soak up all they can at the career expo.

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SUMMARY: Long Beach leaders have approved an agreement to develop a casino on the former Kmart property, a deal nearly ten years in the making. The Long Beach Board of Aldermen unanimously granted a 40-year lease to Long Beach Harbor Resorts, owned by Jim Parish, who also runs a restaurant at the harbor. Construction must begin within three years and the casino must open within five. Mayor George Bass emphasizes this might be the city’s only chance for a casino, which he believes could boost the local economy and provide funds for the school district, alongside a million dollars for first responder infrastructure.

In the next five years, a casino could be opened in Long Beach.

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