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Biloxi man sentenced for armed robbery and aggravated assault of hotel clerk

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-08-10 11:44:24

SUMMARY: Michael Tybus May, 44, from Biloxi, pleaded guilty to armed robbery and aggravated assault. May was sentenced to serve 15 years for each count concurrently in the Mississippi Department of Corrections. As a habitual offender, May must serve the full sentence without parole or early release. The charges stem from a March 9 incident where May was identified on camera footage as the man who robbed and assaulted a hotel clerk. On March 15, May was taken into custody while in possession of a pellet gun he admitted to using in the robbery. May said he was under the influence of fentanyl at the time of the attack.

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Southern Miss Alumna Honored by White House with Prestigious Presidential Award for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-06 14:00:00

SUMMARY: Leah Ann Peavey, a 1984 graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi’s polymer science program, has been named one of the recipients of the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST). A National Board-Certified Teacher, Peavey has taught for 30 years, focusing on polymer science and chemistry. She advocates for women and underrepresented groups in STEM and organizes summer STEM camps. Throughout her career, she has mentored students and teachers while continuing to inspire young learners. Peavey’s award reflects her impact on education and her dedication to fostering future science and engineering careers.

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MGCCC Phi Theta Kappa chapters earn top honors at 2025 Regional Awards Gala

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-06 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Three Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapters earned awards at the 2025 PTK Mississippi/Louisiana Regional Awards Gala. The Gamma Nu Chapter received multiple honors, including 1st Place for Honors in Action Theme Two and Most Improved Chapter. The Pi Epsilon Chapter secured a $1,000 Mellon Foundation Grant and elected the 2025 MS/LA Southern Regional Representative. The Omicron Alpha Chapter ranked 2nd regionally, earned multiple top project placements, and achieved Five-Star Chapter Status. MGCCC’s PTK chapters were recognized for their leadership, academic excellence, and service contributions, demonstrating a strong commitment to student achievement.

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MGCCC students earn top honors at 2025 Mississippi Community College Art Instructors Association competition

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-05 16:00:00

SUMMARY: Two students from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County Campus, Emma King and Ciara Ano, excelled in the 2025 Mississippi Community College Art Instructors Association Annual State Art Competition. King won first place in Digital Art for her piece featuring her deceased dog, Checkers, while Ano secured third in Drawing for her pastel still life. King highlights the significance of perseverance in art, encouraging others to push through challenges. Both students’ achievements reflect the quality of talent nurtured at MGCCC, as they prepare to further their education—King at the University of South Alabama and Ano at Mississippi State University.

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