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Local construction company works to help food pantries dealing with shortages

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1 year ago

November 15, 2023

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2023-11-15 20:52:57

SUMMARY: As the holiday season approaches, food shortages pose a critical challenge. Parker Boyd highlights these issues and introduces a local construction company making significant contributions to address the crisis. The Lord is My Help food pantry in Ocean Springs is exemplary, providing daily sustenance and support to the needy in its community. George Gray, a homeless individual with low income, shares that the pantry has been vital by supplying good food and a serene place for many like him. Organizers like Barbara Ruddiman from the pantry are concerned about dwindling stock as the holidays near, attributing it to rising inflation. In response to the increased demand, Yates Construction steps in, symbolically through a 5,000-pound replica of The Shed made from thousands of cans of food. They’re also donating over $60,000 to charities during their annual holiday food drive, helping local food pantries like The Lord is My Help and the Home of Grace in Vancleave to support families dealing with food insecurity.

The Lord is My Help food pantry in Ocean Springs embraces the needy in its community every day, providing hot meals and a shoulder to lean on.

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Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves takes Hugh Keeton on a tour of Governor's Mansion

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7 hours ago

December 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-22 08:15:23

SUMMARY: During the last weekend before Christmas, Mississippi’s First Lady Elie Reeves showcased the governor’s mansion’s holiday decorations, themed “Made in Mississippi.” This theme celebrates the state’s economic success, highlighting new businesses and local treasures. Reeves emphasized the importance of sharing this home with all Mississippians and showcased various rooms, each reflecting different aspects of the state, from wildlife to local artists. A stunning gingerbread replica of the mansion was also featured. Additionally, personal touches included the display of the family nativity scene. Reeves expressed joy in sharing the mansion’s beauty during this festive season.

Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves took our own Hugh Keeton on a tour of the Governor’s Mansion.

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Travelers begin holiday travels on the roads and in the skies

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1 day ago

December 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-21 07:46:22

SUMMARY: During the holiday season, 19 million people are expected to travel by air and road. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is preparing for a surge in travelers, with numbers set to surpass the past decade’s highest. Kalia Kennedy, traveling from Minnesota to Mississippi to visit family, shares her positive experience at the airport, noting helpful airline staff and smooth travel. Airport staff emphasize kindness and customer service. TSA recommends packing gifts in bags, not wrapping them, to avoid disruptions. Travelers are encouraged to stay cheerful and courteous during their journeys. The holiday travel season is in full swing.

Holiday travels are underway, and the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is shaping up to receive an overflow.

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Lights, Planes, and Santa at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport

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2 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-12-20 16:45:24

SUMMARY: The Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting its annual “Lights, Planes, and Santa” event this holiday season. Open from 5 to 8:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, visitors can enjoy a winter wonderland of over 500,000 lights illuminating the museum’s airplanes. The event includes family-friendly activities such as fly simulators, Santa Claus, and opportunities to explore planes and Jeeps. The museum hopes to attract young visitors and encourage future attendance at their summer aviation camps. Local art contest winner Kaliyah Brazzle also shared her artwork, showcasing the museum’s mascot airplane.