Judy Meredith delivers keynote address as part of Black History Month events at Ole Miss

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February 17, 2023

www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-02-17 15:23:36

A retired professor and documentary maker used a Black History Month keynote address to celebrate change makers cross the U.S.

Judy Alsobrooks Meredith is the wife of James Meredith, who was the first African-American to attend Ole Miss.

She used the address to talk about change and how society needs to move forward.

Judy Meredith spoke at Ole Miss before the screening of her documentary about her husband, titled ‘Who is James Meredith’ as part of the Black History Month program.

She says the documentary is intended to show James Meredith as an agent of change who…

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2025 Municipal Primary Election Results

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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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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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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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