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Biloxi National Cemetery honors the fallen for Memorial Day

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10 months ago

May 27, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-05-27 18:56:54

SUMMARY: A solemn ceremony at Buy National Cemetery honored the 27,000 fallen soldiers buried there, as the community gathered this Memorial Day. Keynote speaker Colonel Billy Pope Jr. emphasized understanding history to appreciate such events. During the Civil War, America lost more lives than in any other conflict, necessitating a place to honor fallen service members, leading to the creation of national cemeteries. Hundreds of volunteers placed flags on graves, with cemetery chair James Corley noting increasing numbers of burials. The ceremony also honored Gold Star families, stressing the enduring impact of such sacrifices. Organizers urged continued remembrance and living lives worthy of these sacrifices.

Biloxi National Cemetery honored the 27,000 fallen soldiers buried at the site for Memorial Day with a ceremony for Gold Star Families.

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-04-04 09:20:15

SUMMARY: A monument honoring Vietnam veterans, dubbed “The Wall That Heals,” will arrive in D’Iberville next week. This initiative aims to provide a healing and welcoming experience for veterans who did not receive a proper homecoming after the Vietnam War. An escort ceremony with approximately 150 motorcycles will take place on Tuesday at 11:00 AM, leading to the Bobby Aut Terrace Sports Complex. The wall will be open 24 hours a day from Wednesday to Sunday, with various ceremonies scheduled, including a welcome home ceremony and an Agent Orange ceremony, culminating with taps played daily at dusk.

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Waking Up with Wesley: Another breezy day ahead, cooldown coming (4/3/25)

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1 day ago

April 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-03 08:56:03

SUMMARY: On Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, meteorologist Wesley Williams reported a warm and windy start to April, with breezy conditions continuing through the weekend. High temperatures in the lower 80s and humidity resulted in heat indexes reaching the upper 80s and low 90s. A significant cooldown is expected next week, starting with a cold front that will bring drier air and lower temperatures, with highs in the 60s and mornings dropping to the 40s. While a few spotty showers are possible, the forecast suggests a drier atmosphere and potentially pleasant conditions by the second week of April.

Senior Meteorologist Wesley Williams looks ahead to another breezy day and details how the humidity has cranked up over the past 24 hours. Plus, more on the possible cooldown coming next week.

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4/2 -Sam Parker’s “Wow It’s Windy” Wednesday Night Forecast

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1 day ago

April 3, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-04-03 08:12:35

SUMMARY: **Summary (100 words):**
In Sam Parker’s *”Wow It’s Windy”* Wednesday night forecast, strong southeasterly winds continued across South Mississippi, with gusts reaching into the 30s and coastal flood watches in effect. Warm, humid conditions persisted, with temperatures in the 70s and highs expected to reach 81 on Thursday. While storms and tornadoes impacted areas to the north, South Mississippi remained dry for now. Overcast skies and windy conditions are expected to last through Thursday and Friday. Rain and thunderstorms are forecast for the weekend, especially Saturday into Sunday, followed by a cooler, drier pattern starting next week.