SUMMARY: The newly built M Avenue overpass has reopened, ending a 16-month detour for local commuters like Jennifer Northrup. While some residents celebrate the convenience, concerns arise about increased traffic and changes to the area’s small-town vibe, particularly with the anticipated opening of Bies, an anchor business. Matt and Annette McBride are excited as the bridge brings them closer to Bies, which they hope will attract more visitors. To support this development, Harrison County issued a $15 million bond and a $5 million TIF agreement for area improvements. Bies is now expected to open in late spring or early summer instead of December.

The Menge Avenue overpass reopened Monday afternoon after being closed for 16 months.

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SUMMARY: The Bonnie Cary Spillway openings have severely impacted marine life in the Mississippi Sound, according to Dr. Mobi Salangi from the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies. Following the 2019 spillway opening, 153 dead dolphins were reported, indicating a collapsed ecosystem. The Mississippi River introduces waste from 31 states, creating dead zones in the Gulf that affect various species. The local economy has also suffered, with a complete loss of oysters and significant declines in crab and shrimp populations. The recovery from such events takes years, compounded by outdated management tactics. A lecture on these impacts will be held at USM.

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SUMMARY: Memorial Hospital has introduced a new complimentary valet service to address its parking shortage. Launched last week, the service has been well-received, averaging 80-90 cars daily. Patients can drop off their cars at the main entrance, where the valet parks them across the street. When ready, patients return their claim ticket, and the valet retrieves the car. The hospital partnered with Park Inc. for logistics, and the service, which operates Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., aims to alleviate parking issues and enhance the patient experience. Plans are in place to increase usage to over 200 cars per day.

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