SUMMARY: Bay High Senior Caroline Legas is an exceptional student-athlete with a 4.24 GPA, balancing cheerleading and soccer while excelling academically. Prioritizing her education, she believes academics are crucial for her future college prospects, despite enjoying sports. Caroline’s long-held dream of being a veterinarian reignited after visiting Mississippi State‘s vet program. She attributes her success to her supportive father, who has helped her manage her commitments and encouraged her to excel in both academics and athletics. As she prepares to graduate, Caroline aims to pursue her aspirations in veterinary medicine while maintaining her impressive academic record.

The Waveland native is one of the top students at Bay High, sporting a 4.24 GPA while also thriving in both cheer and soccer.

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SUMMARY: Keith’s classical music series continues this weekend, featuring concert pianist Michael Harold and his co-author Brenda Blun. They discuss their upcoming concert, which includes a PowerPoint presentation about their book, “Classical Shindig,” focused on Southern entertaining and featuring their renovated 1862 house. Guests can enjoy a lovely dinner while listening to classical music, including four-hand piano duets by Mozart and solo pieces by Chopin. The event takes place on October 26th from 5:30 to 8:00 PM, alongside a crafts and drafts night with local hockey players. The series promises a delightful blend of food, music, and community engagement.

The Ohr-O’Keefe’s Classical Music Series continues this weekend, offering a night of beautiful music and great food.

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SUMMARY: Financial freedom remains elusive for many women, with less than half feeling financially secure for the future. Local expert Gregory Ricks highlights significant challenges faced by women, including earning 80 cents to the dollar compared to men, working 11.5 years less, and living longer, which affects retirement savings and increases healthcare costs. The risk of poverty increases for widows, with over 30% ending up below the poverty line. Ricks emphasizes the importance of women’s financial education and involvement in financial decisions, noting that they tend to achieve better investment returns. Engaging in regular financial reviews can help mitigate surprises and stress.

Financial expert Gregory Ricks joins us to discuss the unique challenges women face and offers tips to help them take control.

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