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Local businesses weigh in on Visa, Mastercard swipe fee settlement
SUMMARY: The article discusses how small businesses may benefit from an antitrust settlement with Visa and Mastercard, amounting to $30 billion. The settlement aims to lower credit and debit card fees for small-scale merchants over a three to five year period. This temporary shift can provide relief for small business owners struggling with high fees. The settlement also allows small businesses to negotiate rates with payment processors, offering them negotiating power similar to major retailers. However, small businesses may still face challenges with credit card processing fees impacting their income. Owners express a desire to eliminate convenience fees for cash customers.

An Antitrust settlement with Visa and Mastercard amounting to thirty billion dollars would present a temporary shift for small business owners.
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04/07 Ryan’s “Starting to Clear” Monday Morning Forecast
SUMMARY: Good morning, South Mississippi! After two and a half weeks of gray skies, hazy conditions, and humidity, changes are finally coming. While some clouds and spotty showers may remain this morning, the weather will clear up throughout the day. Winds from the northwest are pushing the haziness out, though we may still see occasional showers, particularly around 9-10 AM. A weak front is moving through, bringing minimal rain and only slight cooling, with temperatures staying in the upper 70s. Expect a mostly sunny and beautiful week ahead, with clear skies and low humidity by Tuesday, leading to a perfect weekend.

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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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