SUMMARY: Kelan Rich, a senior guard at Pascagoula High School, is this week’s WXXV Student Athlete of the Week. Aiming to continue his family’s basketball legacy, Rich has showcased remarkable talent, recently scoring 19 points against the state’s top team and joining the 1,000 point club. He is the only player from the Mississippi Gulf Coast selected for Team Mississippi, emphasizing his dedication to his city. The Panthers, currently 20-3 and ranked first in the state, seek redemption after last season’s playoff loss. Rich hopes to help his team achieve their first-ever state championship as they close out the regular season.

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SUMMARY: Memorial Health System has completed its acquisition of Merit Health Biloxi, transitioning ownership of the hospital, medical office building, and clinics to Memorial. Now known as Memorial Hospital Biloxi, this acquisition enhances patient-centered care and streamlines services across the region. Patients will benefit from a consistent standard of care and improved access to medical services. Memorial’s President and CEO, Kent Nicaud, emphasized that the merger will strengthen existing partnerships and address community healthcare needs. With this acquisition, Memorial operates hospitals in Gulfport, Stone County, and Biloxi, alongside a network of clinics and specialty care services.

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SUMMARY: Day three of practices at the Reese’s Senior Bowl in Mobile, AL, concluded with standout performances from players, particularly from Ole Miss. Former quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Riley Leonard expressed excitement for the upcoming game. Dart emphasized his goal of showcasing consistency, while Leonard highlighted camaraderie among players, stating they are focused on personal growth rather than competition among themselves. With a loaded quarterback room, the Ole Miss talent continues to impress. The game is set for Saturday at 1:30 PM CST, where players will have the opportunity to demonstrate their skills against new opponents.

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