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Biloxi Yacht Club’s new commodore addresses future outlook

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-01-29 09:56:43

SUMMARY: Annual ceremony took place as a new commodore takes the helm. Recent financial challenges have raised questions about the club’s future. Noah Noble, who was at the event, expressed hope for a fresh start under new leadership. The club’s new commodore, Tim Manuel, shared his plan to make new investments and attract new members to the club to make up for those that have left in the past. The club is also hoping to bring back its youth yachting program, which they believe is essential to maintaining a strong membership.



Biloxi Yacht Club held its annual Change of Watch ceremony Sunday, welcoming a new commodore to take the helm of the fourth oldest yacht club in the U.S.

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Former U.S. Senator honored at DDG 133 Keel Laying at Ingalls Shipbuilding

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-23 12:13:22

SUMMARY: A rare ceremony took place at Ingalls Shipbuilding on Friday, honoring living namesake Sam Nunn, co-founder of the Nuclear Threat Initiative and former U.S. senator. The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer DDG 133 was named in his honor, with his daughter, Michelle Nunn, serving as ship sponsor. The event marked the first official construction milestone of the ship, which began in 2022 and is 25% complete. Speakers, including Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro, praised the work of Ingalls Shipbuilding’s 11,000 employees and emphasized the importance of honoring individuals who serve the nation through their leadership and service.

Applause and recognition were in order as Nuclear Threat Initiative co-founder and former U.S. Senator Sam Nunn took the stage at Ingalls Shipbuilding.

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Friday Night Football Showdown Part Three (11/22/2024)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-23 12:13:31

SUMMARY: The Friday night football show wrapped up with highlights and scores from various games, focusing on the play of the night from Ocean Springs—a 40+ yard flea flicker touchdown that showcased impressive trickery by quarterback Chopper Whitehead. The hosts also reflected on their favorite plays of the season, including a notable 61-yard field goal by Evan Noel, a Florida commit, which set a Mississippi record. As the season nears its conclusion, the hosts announced this was the last full show, though they will continue to cover South State games and the Egg Bowl. Thank you to viewers for their support.

Friday Night Football Showdown Part Three (11/22/2024)

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South Mississippi shoppers taking advantage of early Walmart Black Friday deals

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-22 22:32:23

SUMMARY: Consumers are predicted to spend a record $92 billion on gifts, food, and decorations this holiday season, with Black Friday sales starting earlier than usual. Walmart’s buying manager notes that the shopping experience has shifted from a single day of crowds to a multi-day, multi-platform event fueled by online shopping. Many shoppers, like Lorraine McGrath, prefer to browse online to avoid crowded stores and make more thoughtful buying decisions. Major retailers, including Walmart, Target, and Kohl’s, have also started to close on Thanksgiving, further changing the retail landscape during the holiday season.

Walmart Black Friday sales are already underway a week before the traditional holiday shopping kick-off.

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