SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is launching a holiday sign contest to spread seasonal cheer and promote traffic safety. Participants can submit clever holiday-themed safety messages for MDOT’s digital message signs from November 12 to December 2. The winning messages will be displayed daily from December 14 to 25. Guidelines include a maximum of three lines and 21 characters per line, with messages focusing solely on traffic safety. MDOT encourages safe driving during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of buckling up, avoiding distractions, and driving sober. More details are available on MDOT’s social media.

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SUMMARY: Feed My Sheep, a Gulfport outreach program established in 1983, works to ensure no one in the community goes hungry. The program serves over 350 people daily, including delivering meals to elderly, homebound, or disabled individuals. Executive Director David Lion, a long-time volunteer who became director during COVID-19, shared that the program also supports homeless individuals, including those recovering from addiction. With rising food costs, they now serve about 600 meals a day. The community’s support and volunteers have been vital, as Feed My Sheep hasn’t held a fundraiser since 2017. They’ll also provide a traditional Thanksgiving meal for those in need.

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SUMMARY: Carmela Coulter, Ocean Springs’ WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, excels as a leader and athlete. A member of the Greyhound volleyball team and a state champion track athlete, she’s also the student body president. Coulter helped lead her volleyball team to the 7A South State title and competed in the state championship. As a track athlete, she is undefeated in high jump and recently crowned 7A State Champion. With a perfect 4.0 GPA, she’s active in multiple clubs and councils. Carmela plans to pursue collegiate track and a career as a civil litigation attorney.

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