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Biloxi preparing to part ways with historic landmark

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www.wlox.com – – 2023-04-30 22:45:00

SUMMARY: The city of Biloxi is accepting proposals to purchase the historic Glenn Swetman House, a former show house built in the late 1920s. The house was deeded to the city by the Swetman family in the 1990s and has housed various organizations since. Biloxi officials are seeking a buyer who will restore and preserve the house, preferably as a single-family residence. The property also includes a 1960s bomb shelter, built secretly during the Cuban missile crisis.

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Mississippi Power celebrates Earth Day with Renew Our Rivers Deer Island cleanup

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www.wxxv25.com – Spencer Pullen – 2025-04-22 19:08:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi Power marked Earth Day by launching its 20th year of the Renew Our Rivers initiative at Deer Island, Biloxi, with nearly 200 volunteers from various organizations, including Beau Rivage and Golden Nugget. Over the years, the program has successfully collected more than 420 tons of trash. This year, 14 tons were removed during the cleanup, which is part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Aris Taconi from Beau Rivage highlighted the event’s importance for community involvement and preserving coastal beauty, as more than 2,000 pounds of debris were cleared, enhancing the area’s charm for visitors.

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Deep Water Horizon Spill 15 years after disaster

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www.wxxv25.com – Spencer Pullen – 2025-04-21 21:00:00

SUMMARY: The Gulf Coast is still recovering from the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill 15 years ago, which killed 11 people and released 134 million gallons of oil. Despite this, the 2019 Bonnet Carre Spillway opening caused more damage, killing more marine life, including 153 dolphins and nearly 300 turtles. Dr. Moby Solangi of the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies explains that non-native water influxes disrupt the ecosystem, harming oysters, shrimp, and causing toxic algae blooms. He advocates for opening the Morganza Spillway, which could reduce the harmful effects on Mississippi’s marine life and economy.

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Family comes from all around to celebrate Gulfport resident’s 100th birthday

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www.wxxv25.com – Brian Winters – 2025-04-20 22:48:00

SUMMARY: Delores Stanley celebrated her 100th birthday on April 19th in Gulfport, Mississippi, with family traveling from across the country to surprise her. Friends and residents of Summerfield Senior Living joined in the festivities, highlighting the importance of family for Delores and her relatives, who gathered from states like Kentucky and Alabama. Granddaughter Brandi Smith recalled cherished memories of Delores guiding her through motherhood, while grandson Gregory shared playful childhood memories. Delores, who lived through the 1941 Pearl Harbor attack, reflected on her life and humorously noted her wish had been to reach 100, which she accomplished.

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