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Legacy Park project underway as leaders hold groundbreaking ceremony in Gautier
SUMMARY: City leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Legacy Park project, which is set to be a significant center for Jackson County and Mississippi. This project represents a new chapter for the region, with developers expressing excitement about its potential impact. The first phase includes a 25,000 square-foot medical center featuring a cardiac surgery center, vascular surgery facilities, and retail spaces. The initiative aims to address the state’s healthcare deficiencies, particularly in cardiovascular care, with state-of-the-art services. Support from local officials has been crucial in moving the project forward, promising job creation and economic growth for the area.

Gautier city leaders held a special groundbreaking ceremony on the anticipated Legacy Park project today.
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Happening March 7: 'A Taste of Ireland' at iMPAC
SUMMARY: On March 7 at 7:30 PM, “A Taste of Ireland,” a top Irish dance show, will perform at the Immersive Media Performing Arts Center in Gulfport, Mississippi. Performer Gavin Chevin, fresh off an Off-Broadway premiere, shared that the show blends cultural traditions with modern flair, offering an emotional experience that showcases Irish history through dance and storytelling. With around 30 performers, including male and female dancers and live musicians, the production highlights both joyful and somber aspects of Ireland’s past, making it an engaging event for audiences, regardless of their Irish heritage. Ticket details are available on-screen.

Happening March 7: ‘A Taste of Ireland’ at iMPAC
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Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Lundi Gras Parade
SUMMARY: The Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse is hosting the Lundi Gras Parade in Bay St. Louis, starting at 5:30 PM at the train depot. This family-friendly event features decorated golf carts, bead throws, and performances by the oysters dancing group. Participants can register their golf carts on the crew’s website, and attendees are encouraged to wear pirate outfits. For more information, visit their website or Facebook page, where details about joining the Krewe and upcoming events are available. Monthly gatherings at local venues also support local nonprofits through 50/50 raffles, inviting community involvement.

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ICE arrests 16 people at Pass Christian concrete contractor
SUMMARY: An immigration raid at the G Coast Pre-Stress Partners concrete contractor in Pass Christian led to the arrest of 16 individuals, primarily from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, by ICE agents. The arrests occurred during an investigation where workers attempted to flee the site. Ultimately, 18 people were apprehended, but two were released due to valid work authorizations. Following this event, the company’s attorney stated they are reassessing their hiring practices and agreements with staffing partners to ensure compliance with immigration laws. The incident reflects ongoing immigration enforcement in Mississippi, where ICE reported around 80 arrests in February.

On Wednesday, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the arrest of 16 immigrants at a worksite in Pass Christian.
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