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Inaugural Tuskegee Airmen Day celebrated in Gulfport
SUMMARY: The inaugural Statewide Tuskegee Airmen Day celebration in Mississippi recognized the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen, the first African American military pilots who fought during World War II. Governor Tate Reeves signed a bill into law stating that every fourth Thursday of March will be Tuskegee Airmen Day in Mississippi. The Colonel Lawrence E. Roberts Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen held a ceremony to commemorate the proclamation. The Tuskegee Airmen, who trained in Tuskegee, Alabama, eventually had 13 members in the first class, with 5 graduating. Mississippi is now one of 15 states to have a proclamation for Tuskegee Airmen Day.

Nearly 1,000 aviators became America’s first African American military pilots who fought during World War II, also known as the Red Tails.
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Waking Up with Wesley: Rain moves out, sunny and dry weather ahead (4/7/25)
SUMMARY: In today’s weather update for April 7, 2025, meteorologist Wesley Williams discusses a shift in the weather pattern. After recent rain in Alabama and the Mississippi coast, expect cloudy skies and a chance of light showers in the morning, decreasing to 20% in the afternoon. Winds from the northwest will bring drier air, transitioning conditions to sunny and pleasant weather later today. Morning temperatures are in the 50s, with highs reaching the 60s. Following this cooler day, warmer temperatures in the 70s are anticipated for the rest of the week with no expected rain, marking a welcome change for residents.

Senior Meteorologist Wesley Williams has the latest as the rain moves out and conditions turn drier heading into this afternoon and evening. This will easily be the coolest day of the month so far.
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Parkinson’s Awareness Month with The Parkinson’s Foundation
SUMMARY: April marks Parkinson’s Awareness Month, and the Parkinson’s Foundation is raising awareness about the disease. Parkinson’s affects around 10 million people in the U.S., with someone diagnosed every six minutes. Early signs include loss of smell, constipation, and more, often unnoticed until several symptoms appear. Events on the Mississippi Gulf Coast include special Parkinson’s awareness cookies at Edgewater Mall, support groups, and proclamations. On April 24th, Canes is holding a giveback day for the foundation. The Parkinson’s Foundation offers resources, support groups, and education, with a focus on ensuring timely medication and movement for patients in hospitals.

This week marks the beginning of Parkinson’s Awareness Month.
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Happening April 19: Pink Heart Funds hosting Ribbon Walk
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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