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Gulfport Arts Center receives grant for renovation

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1 year ago

November 17, 2023

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2023-11-17 13:34:47

SUMMARY: Major renovations are slated for an aging building thanks to a substantial funding initiative. This investment will give the Gulfport Arts Center a chance to showcase nationally renowned artists and their work in South Mississippi. The old Carnegie Library, a historic coastal landmark over 100 years old, has faced damage from floods and hurricanes, complicating the preservation of artwork inside. The funding, a grant from the Mississippi Arts Commission totaling over $100,000, will help save the building, protect the art, and facilitate art exhibitions from across the country. The Gulfport Arts Center, the city’s only nonprofit art studio, received $75,000 from the Commission, along with a $50,000 award from the city for renovations.

The Gulfport Arts Center is receiving a big grant to make some major improvements to its aging building.

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Happening April 19: Pink Heart Funds hosting Ribbon Walk

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5 hours ago

April 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-04 16:49:57

SUMMARY: Pink Heart Funds will host a Ribbon Walk on April 19 at Point Cadet, aiming to support cancer patients in Mississippi. The event includes a 5K timed run, family activities like an Easter egg hunt, a doggy costume contest, and a butterfly release. Participants can register for $30 for the walk or donate $20 for wristbands. The funds will support local patients with free resources like wigs, prosthetics, and life quality assistance. A virtual option is available. All proceeds go directly to helping those in need, with 100% of funds benefiting cancer patients.

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Senate bill to create domestic violence fatality review board

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7 hours ago

April 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-04-04 06:01:52

SUMMARY: Senate Bill 2886, the Mississippi Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team Law, aims to address deadly domestic violence incidents by creating a review board. The board will examine interactions between victims and various services, such as medical, law enforcement, and victim services, to identify system strengths and weaknesses. The team will recommend policy changes to reduce domestic violence homicides. The bill has bipartisan support and was championed by Senator Bryce Wiggins and Stacy Riley from the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence. Once signed into law, it may take a year for the board to become operational.

Senate bill to create domestic violence fatality review board

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‘The Wall that Heals’ monument honoring Vietnam veterans coming to D’Iberville

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13 hours ago

April 4, 2025

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-04-04 09:20:15

SUMMARY: A monument honoring Vietnam veterans, dubbed “The Wall That Heals,” will arrive in D’Iberville next week. This initiative aims to provide a healing and welcoming experience for veterans who did not receive a proper homecoming after the Vietnam War. An escort ceremony with approximately 150 motorcycles will take place on Tuesday at 11:00 AM, leading to the Bobby Aut Terrace Sports Complex. The wall will be open 24 hours a day from Wednesday to Sunday, with various ceremonies scheduled, including a welcome home ceremony and an Agent Orange ceremony, culminating with taps played daily at dusk.