Humane Society helping pets during hurricane season

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3 years ago

September 28, 2022

www.wxxv25.com – Jazell Ladner – 2022-09-28 19:16:57

When preparing for a hurricane, you automatically think of food and shelter — but what about your pets?

News 25 spoke with the Humane Society about how they are trying to help pets during hurricane season and bring awareness to World Rabies Day.

Karen Glendenning, who owns three pets, brought one — her dog Casey — to get vaccinated and micro chipped since she found him as a stray.

If the dog were to run off again, it would be easier for her to find him.

“I work a minimum wage job, so this makes it affordable — I can afford his other vet care,” Glendenning…

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2025 Municipal Primary Election Results

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11 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-01 19:00:00

SUMMARY: The polls for the 2025 Municipal Primary Elections in South Mississippi have closed, with residents voting across the Coast. In Bay St. Louis, notable results include incumbent Mayor Mike Favre and several council incumbents. Biloxi voters saw incumbent Mayor A.M. “FoFo” Gilich lead, with contests in various wards. Diamondhead, Gautier, Gulfport, Long Beach, Moss Point, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula, and Pass Christian all recorded primary elections with multiple candidates across mayoral and council positions, predominantly Republicans and Democrats vying for positions. Unofficial results are still pending in some areas, with incumbency playing a significant role in many contests.

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Department of Marine Resources offers boating and water safety tips

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20 hours ago

April 1, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – Spencer Pullen – 2025-04-01 10:17:00

SUMMARY: As Spring Break approaches, more boaters are expected on the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s waterways, which are popular for activities like kayaking, fishing, and jet skiing. Captain Michael Strickland of Marine Patrol emphasizes the importance of vessel safety, urging boaters to ensure their craft is sea-worthy and equipped with necessary safety gear, including personal flotation devices, a fire extinguisher, and visual distress signals. Additionally, anyone born after June 30, 1980, must possess a boat safety certificate. Strickland advises against boating under the influence and encourages familiarity with local laws to reduce accidents during the busy season.

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Transit Service Schedule for Spring Break Weekend: April 11 – 13, 2025

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3 days ago

March 30, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-03-30 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Expect significant delays on Coast Transit Authority (CTA) fixed routes from April 11-14, 2025, due to Spring Break traffic on Highway 90 and Pass Road. A temporary Express Route will operate nonstop between Gulfport and Biloxi Transit Centers via I-10, starting April 11 at 1:00 p.m., with departures every 45 minutes until 7:45 p.m. The Beachcomber will have limited service, ending early on Friday and having no service on Saturday and Sunday. Pass Road services will end early on Friday and Saturday but will resume a Sunday schedule on April 13, albeit with potential traffic delays.

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