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Biloxi mayor backs AG after secretary of state’s attack over tidelands leases

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2 years ago

July 20, 2023

www.supertalk.fm – Alyssa Arbuckle – 2023-07-20 13:27:48

SUMMARY: Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich has expressed support for Attorney General Lynn Fitch and Department of Marine Resources (DMR) Executive Director General Joe Spraggins in their fight against the enforcement of tidelands leases along Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Gilich believes that Secretary of State Michael Watson’s efforts to enforce tidelands leases are a waste of time and money, as local governments are already providing sufficient protection for the tidelands. Gilich praised Fitch for honoring a Mississippi Supreme Court decision that allowed Biloxi and Harrison County to lease property for the rebuilding of a public pier. Watson has hired a private firm to prosecute entities violating tidelands leasing laws, but Gilich argues that this is unnecessary. There are currently over two dozen entities using tidelands without a lease, and around 12 are accused of not paying rent to state subleasing agencies. Tidelands leases generate approximately $10 to $12 million per year for local governments.

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Former Mississippi State standout Jake Mangum makes MLB debut

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21 hours ago

March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-31 21:45:00

SUMMARY: Former Mississippi State outfielder Jake Mangum fulfilled a childhood dream by making his MLB debut with the Tampa Bay Rays after five years in the minor leagues. He was notified of his promotion from the Durham Bulls and started as the right fielder against the Colorado Rockies. In his debut, Mangum had four plate appearances and reached base once via a walk as the Rays won 6-2. His parents attended the game, celebrating their anniversary, while Mangum reflected on his journey, expressing gratitude for the support he received. A standout in college, he was drafted by the Mets in 2019.

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‘Shoutout to Laurel and my mother’: Mississippian stars in HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’

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23 hours ago

March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – J.T. Mitchell – 2025-03-31 21:28:00

SUMMARY: Parker Posey plays Victoria Ratliff, a Southern matriarch in HBO’s The White Lotus, drawing on her Southern roots for the role. Born in Maryland and raised in Louisiana and Mississippi, Posey attended R.H. Watkins High School in Laurel, where her mother still resides. In interviews, she shared how her upbringing influenced her character’s long accent and personality, inspired by wealthy Southerners and theatrical influences like Tennessee Williams. Recognized as the “Queen of the Indies” following her work in films like Dazed and Confused, Posey continues to shine in her role on The White Lotus, airing Sundays on HBO.

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Ole Miss frontman Chris Beard named Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year following historic season

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March 31, 2025

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www.supertalk.fm – Caleb Salers – 2025-03-31 15:58:00

SUMMARY: Ole Miss head basketball coach Chris Beard received the 2025 Jim Phelan National Coach of the Year award after leading the Rebels to their second Sweet 16 appearance and first in 25 years, finishing the season with a 24-12 record. After a stronger second season, Beard enhanced his veteran roster with talented transfers. Ole Miss achieved its best SEC record in six years, including wins over top-ranked teams Alabama and Tennessee. Despite a narrow loss to Michigan State in the NCAA tournament, Beard is already engaging with top prospects in the transfer portal, aiming for continued success.

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