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Grand opening of Greenvale House held in Long Beach

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10 months ago

January 28, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-01-28 08:46:32

SUMMARY: The city of Long Beach, Mississippi, held the grand opening of the Green Vale Home, also known as the Quarrels House, a historic place moved from Tennessee in 1918. W.J. Quarrels and his family were prominent settlers of the city. They opened the first general store and the first school in Long Beach in their home. The house has been restored to its original state and has historical significance. Long Beach Mayor George Bass says the grand opening is just as historical as the house itself. The house and the property have been donated and will be featured in a newscast on Monday night.

On Saturday morning, the city of Long Beach held the grand opening of the Greenvale Home, also known as the Quarles House.

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Mississippi’s only owned natural spring water bottling facility celebrates its grand opening

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3 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-14 12:15:37

SUMMARY: Inda Bay Spring Water, owned by Chef Batson and his wife Tracy, celebrated the grand opening of Mississippi’s only natural spring water bottling facility in Wiggins. Their family has owned the area since 1822, and they began packaging water in 2023. Batson hopes to share their pure, untouched spring water with more people, as the bottled water industry grows. The facility produces nearly 3,800 gallons of water per minute, with a goal of packaging 2 million bottles this year. Batson aims to expand the business nationwide while preserving the legacy of his family’s water source for future generations.

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Cold Case: Who Killed Kim?

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5 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-14 12:16:22

SUMMARY: Residents of Woodrest Drive remember Kim Watts, who was found murdered ten years ago in her Long Beach home. Kim, a dedicated nurse, was remembered as lively and caring by her family, who gathered to plant a tree in her honor. On the morning of November 10, 2014, her brother-in-law discovered her body, having been stabbed and strangled. Despite identifying a prime suspect, the investigation stalled due to lack of cooperation from that individual. Cold Case detectives are now using advancements in DNA technology to seek answers and urge anyone with information to come forward.

Ten years ago, Kim Watts was found stabbed and strangled inside her Long Beach home.

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One Loud Voice Conference highlights professionals' fight against child abuse

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5 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-11-14 12:15:37

SUMMARY: The 11th annual One Loud Voice conference in Buuy honored professionals dedicated to fighting for children’s rights, especially those helping abuse victims. Assistant District Attorney Chris Daniel received the Judge Thomas Broom Award for his commitment, securing over 40 convictions against pedophiles. Parents of victims praised his compassionate approach, highlighting his dedication to children’s safety over his 22-year legal career. The award was renamed in memory of Judge Thomas Broom, a pioneering figure in child advocacy, whose legacy continues through the efforts of people like Daniel. The event underscores the ongoing fight for children’s rights and safety.