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Apprentice linemen, lineworkers compete in MGCCC’s annual Lineworker Rodeo
SUMMARY: Students at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College celebrated a milestone during the third annual Line Worker Rodeo, showcasing their skills to family, friends, and potential employers. This event serves as a job interview, with companies assessing the trainees’ abilities. Over 13 to 16 weeks, students perfected skills like speed crossarm and fuse cutout switch operations. Participants like 23-year-old Emily Road, who moved from Wisconsin, and Mason Cameron, inspired by his father’s work, expressed pride in their challenging pursuits. The trainees have a few weeks remaining before graduation in December, marking an important step in their careers.
Future linemen and lineworkers at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College put their skills on display Thursday.
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Living Local with Susie Davis – Body Circuit, Health Plan
SUMMARY: Susie Davis interviews Brian Lety, co-founder of Body Circuit in Ocean Springs, focusing on health and wellness. Body Circuit aims to improve Mississippi’s health through personalized coaching and services. They offer a studio experience with massage chairs, red light therapy, and 3D body scanning. Brian emphasizes their mission to avoid wasting clients’ time with a preliminary survey to assess fit for services. He shares his personal journey into health coaching and highlights the importance of four pillars: nutrition, sleep, stress management, and exercise. Sustainability and consistency in lifestyle changes are crucial for long-term health improvement.
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Need for heating repairs goes up due to winter weather
SUMMARY: A winter storm has caused significant disruptions along the coast, affecting heating and plumbing in homes. Austin Johnson reports from Biloxi, where Ball Heating and Air Conditioning is working to restore heat. General Manager Jeffrey Pickins stated they received over 250 service calls since Tuesday, with many from a backlog dating back to Monday. The storm arrived earlier than expected, forcing a temporary shutdown for safety. In addition to heating issues, some customers reported burst pipes. Crews are now actively working to assist affected residents and restore essential services. WLOX News Now continues to monitor the situation.
The cold snap is leading to a surge in heating service calls across South Mississippi.
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01/23 Ryan's “Melting” Thursday Morning Forecast
SUMMARY: Good morning, South Mississippi! The weather is clear but cloudier than yesterday, with lingering snow melting as temperatures rise above freezing. Current temperatures are in the teens, and some areas report frost on windshields. Expect highs in the mid-40s, aiding the melting process, but shaded spots may still have ice. Cloud cover will gradually decrease, leading to more sun later in the day. Warmer weather is on the horizon for Saturday as winds shift, bringing in warmer air. By next week, temperatures will comfortably reach the 50s, staying above average for lows.
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