SUMMARY: The Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA is launching a year-long Diabetes Prevention Program on January 30, 2025, aimed at pre-diabetics. Participants will focus on losing 5-7% of their body weight and increasing physical activity to 150 minutes weekly. The program consists of weekly sessions with a lifestyle coach covering healthy eating, physical activity, stress management, and overcoming obstacles. Open to all community members, membership at the YMCA is not required, although a discounted membership will be offered. Interested individuals can sign up in advance or visit the YMCA for more information and eligibility assessment.

It’s time to take control of your health and reduce your risk of diabetes with the help of the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA.

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SUMMARY: Meteorologist Aaron Colby reports ongoing severe weather in South Mississippi, including strong storms and a tornado warning. A new weather system is developing, leading to a heightened threat for severe weather this weekend. Current temperatures remain in the 60s and 70s, with minimal change expected. An enhanced risk of severe weather is forecasted for Saturday night, particularly for northern areas, with potential for damaging winds, isolated tornadoes, and flooding. Rainfall may reach three inches in some locations. By early Sunday morning, the storms are expected to clear, followed by cooler temperatures as winds shift from the northwest.

Meteorologist Aaron Colby walks us through the futurecast for the next 48 hours. We could see severe weather throughout Friday and Saturday.

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SUMMARY: Mississippi Power has partnered with Harrison County to launch its annual Christmas tree recycling program, running from today until January 12th. Five convenient drop-off locations are available throughout Harrison County for residents to recycle their live Christmas trees. The trees must be free of decorations and cannot be flocked. The recycled trees will be transformed into mulch for parks and flower beds, supporting environmental stewardship. This program, which has been ongoing for several years, aims to provide a safe disposal option while enhancing local green spaces. Residents are encouraged to recycle their trees promptly to prevent fire hazards.

Gifts are now unwrapped and decorations are all boxed up — but where do we throw out our Christmas trees? Kaila Moran Griffith answers.

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