SUMMARY: Thousands of residents in Jackson County are under a boil water notice due to multiple leaks in Moss Point, Pascagoula, and nearby areas after recent freezing temperatures exposed weak spots in aging infrastructure. Restaurants are struggling to operate, with some closing temporarily, facing challenges like serving beverages and washing dishes. Crews are actively repairing leaks, but more may appear as temperatures rise. Mayor Billy Knight acknowledges the issues and urges residents to be patient, promising efforts to resolve the low water pressure. The boil water notice will remain until water samples are cleared and infrastructure is stabilized.

Thousands of Jackson County residents are under a boil water notice following multiple leaks found in Moss Point, Pascagoula, and surrounding communities.

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SUMMARY: Susie Davis interviews Brian Lety, co-founder of Body Circuit in Ocean Springs, focusing on health and wellness. Body Circuit aims to improve Mississippi’s health through personalized coaching and services. They offer a studio experience with massage chairs, red light therapy, and 3D body scanning. Brian emphasizes their mission to avoid wasting clients’ time with a preliminary survey to assess fit for services. He shares his personal journey into health coaching and highlights the importance of four pillars: nutrition, sleep, stress management, and exercise. Sustainability and consistency in lifestyle changes are crucial for long-term health improvement.

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SUMMARY: A winter storm has caused significant disruptions along the coast, affecting heating and plumbing in homes. Austin Johnson reports from Biloxi, where Ball Heating and Air Conditioning is working to restore heat. General Manager Jeffrey Pickins stated they received over 250 service calls since Tuesday, with many from a backlog dating back to Monday. The storm arrived earlier than expected, forcing a temporary shutdown for safety. In addition to heating issues, some customers reported burst pipes. Crews are now actively working to assist affected residents and restore essential services. WLOX News Now continues to monitor the situation.

The cold snap is leading to a surge in heating service calls across South Mississippi.

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