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Celebrating Hanukkah with the ‘Unite to Light’ Menorah lighting
SUMMARY: The South Mississippi Jewish Community celebrated the fourth night of Hanukkah with a manor lighting ceremony at Gulfport Premium Outlets. Congregation Beth Israel invited the public for a night of treats, crafts, and more, emphasizing the importance of unity and visibility for the Jewish Community. With approximately 200 Jewish families on the coast, the synagogue aims to reach out to all of them and create a vibrant, active community. Another manora lighting and family fun event is planned for Thursday at Quakes in Ocean Springs. This year’s celebration is especially important to inspire and bring the community together during the holiday.

On the 4th night of Hanukkah, South Mississippi’s Jewish community celebrated with a Menorah-lighting ceremony.
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Primary Elections in South Mississippi
SUMMARY: Primary elections are taking place today in South Mississippi, offering residents the chance to engage in democracy. Key races include mayor, city council, and board of aldermen, with polls open since 7 AM. In Long Beach, current Mayor George Baz is not seeking reelection, leaving four candidates to compete. Turnout has been light, especially given the significance of the Republican primary. In Ocean Springs, incumbent Kenny Holloway faces four challengers. Polls close at 7 PM, and voters can participate in either the Republican or Democratic primary, but not both. Mississippi Move is providing free ride shares for voters.

Polls open Tuesday, April 1, at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m.
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3/31 – Sam Parker’s “What a Turn Around” Monday Night Forecast
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sam Parker recapped a stormy Monday morning in South Mississippi, where over an inch of rain fell in Gulfport and heavy rainfall was reported across Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and Pascagoula. Sunday also brought flash flood warnings and over six inches of rain in parts of Jackson County. Tornado warnings were issued, with the National Weather Service expected to survey the damage. A cold front has moved out, bringing drier air and clear skies tonight. Cloud cover will return Tuesday, but the week remains mostly dry with a warming trend before another cold front brings weekend storms.

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Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events
SUMMARY: **Summary (100 words):**
In this week’s *Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events*, what began as a hobby for Ocean Springs’ Jennifer Mayfield has grown into a flourishing bakery and event business. Inspired by a cake she made for her nephew’s birthday, Mayfield launched Sugar Tribe through social media. Self-taught via YouTube and trial and error, she expanded from home baking to two storefronts. Sugar Tribe now offers custom cakes, themed desserts, brownies, cinnamon rolls, king cakes, and event services including linens and decor. Though cakes are her specialty, Mayfield’s creativity drives her growing success—alongside owning an urgent care clinic.

Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events is located at 2961 Bienville Boulevard in Ocean Springs.
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