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Biloxi Shuckers to play special game highlighting nonprofits
SUMMARY: Back Bay Mission in South Mississippi relies heavily on community support to stock its food pantry, which has seen a surge in demand, serving 70 families in one day, a significant increase from the usual 30. Diana Scetti, the director of development, emphasizes the importance of community contributions. The Biloxi Shuckers baseball team is aiding local nonprofits like Back Bay Mission by hosting a special game that includes a food drive, raising awareness and support for their causes. Both organizations highlight the power of community collaboration, asserting that collective efforts lead to greater impact and support for those in need.

The food pantry shelves at Back Bay Mission are filled with cans and jars, but that wasn’t always the case.
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Woolmarket roundabouts completion pushed back again
SUMMARY: The completion of the two Woolmarket roundabouts has been delayed once again by MDOT, now expected to finish by summer 2025 instead of winter 2024. Councilman David Shoemaker reports ongoing complaints regarding the construction, citing issues such as uneven surfaces and eroding road edges. The project has faced interruptions, with periods of inactivity leaving roads in poor condition. Recent problems, including grade issues causing ponding on the roadway, necessitate tearing out the existing curb and laying new asphalt, contributing to further delays. Citizens remain frustrated, demanding transparency and swift resolution to the prolonged construction issues.

Woolmarket roundabouts completion pushed back again
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Keesler Air Force Base working to expand cybersecurity program
SUMMARY: Keesler Air Force Base is expanding its cybersecurity program with the construction of the Mississippi Cyber Center in partnership with Mississippi State University. This center will enhance training for airmen, focusing on cybersecurity skills vital for modern warfare, including space and cyber domains. The base trains 27,000 airmen annually in various specialties, including air traffic control and weather forecasting. The base also hosts the 403rd Wing, known for its hurricane and atmospheric missions. Keesler’s importance to South Mississippi and the nation is highlighted by its impact on both defense and local partnerships. Plans for a new air traffic control tower are underway.

Keesler Air Force Base has a huge impact not only on Biloxi, but all of South Mississippi and our country.
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Happening March 29: Vietnam Veterans Day at Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport is hosting a special event on March 29 to honor Vietnam veterans, marking the 50th anniversary of the war’s end. The museum will unveil a new exhibit dedicated to Mississippi’s role in the Vietnam War, featuring seven galleries that explore the state’s aviation history, notable pilots, and the music of the era. The exhibit includes VR experiences and focuses on the critical role of helicopters in the war. Veterans of the Vietnam era are invited to attend for free, with refreshments and a celebration from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Tomorrow is a special day for Vietnam veterans at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport.
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