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Coast skaters rally to help raise funds for new skate park
SUMMARY: This morning, nearly fifty skaters made their way to the Biloxi Skate Jam to showcase their skills and help raise funding for a new skate park. Leslie Rojas, president of the Gulf Coast Skate Parks Association, organized the event to draw awareness to the need for more places to skate in the area. Families gathered to support the local skateboarding community, and efforts are also underway to complete the “Disc” golf course in the same area. The event highlighted the resilience and community-building aspects of skateboarding, and the importance of providing safe spaces for the activity.
On Saturday morning, nearly 50 skaters made their way to the Biloxi Skate Jam to showcase their skills and help raise funding for a new park.
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10th Annual Heat for the Holidays Giveaway Kicks Off
SUMMARY: Payton Younger from Guer Heating and Air joins for the launch of the 10th Annual “Heat for the Holidays” contest, starting today. This contest offers a chance to win a complete HVAC system, aimed at providing comfort during winter in South Mississippi. Payton shares that the initiative began as a way to give back to the community, with their business having a 55-year history in the area. Participants can enter by visiting wxxv25.com, and the winner will be announced on December 18th. The contest continues to thrive thanks to support from local vendors.
Ethan interviews Peyton Younger with Geiger Heating and Air about why this contest is so important to them.
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Happening November 2: Nativity BVM's All Souls Concert
SUMMARY: Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church is hosting its annual All Souls concert this weekend, honoring loved ones who have passed away. Music director Terry Maddox emphasizes the event‘s role in remembering those lost over the past year and sharing cherished memories through prayer and music. This year’s concert features Heather Sorenson’s contemporary requiem, specifically composed for survivors of COVID-19. It’s the third annual event, welcoming attendees from various faith backgrounds. Kids from the Nativity BBM Elementary choir will perform as well, creating a sense of community and solace for those grieving. The concert aims to uplift through shared reflection and music.
Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Catholic Church is preparing for its annual All Souls concert this weekend.
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Scholar Athlete of the Week: Hancockโs Karstyn Altese
SUMMARY: Hancock sophomore Carsten Altis has established herself as a leading golfer in the state, contributing to her team’s back-to-back 6A titles and winning the individual 6A title this year. Balancing her athletic and academic pursuits, Altis maintains an impressive 4.6 GPA. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing both sports and studies as she plans to follow her sister into college golf, aiming for SEC and D1 play. Altis believes in learning from mistakes, applying lessons from golf to her studies. Additionally, she is interested in studying Dermatology and serves as the vice president of the student council.
She helped her team win back to back 6A titles as well as the individual 6A title this year, she’s also already way ahead in the class room with a 4.6 GPA.
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