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Mississippi Emergency Management Agency working to ensure resident safety ahead of hurricane seas…
SUMMARY: During Hurricane Preparedness Week, residents in Harrison County are cleaning their yards in preparation for the upcoming hurricane season. One resident, Stephen Pharaoh, learned the importance of storm preparedness during Hurricane Katrina and now prioritizes his family’s safety. Officials from the National Diabetes and Obesity Research Institute and Harrison County Board of Supervisors emphasize the need for strategic preparation and evacuation plans. The Emergency Operation Center is already preparing for potential storms, stressing the importance of building a disaster supply kit, including supplies for pets. Pharaoh emphasizes the importance of family health and urges residents to not take hurricanes lightly. Officials advise including essential items in a disaster supply kit to ensure preparedness.

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is looking ahead to ensure the safety of its residents during the upcoming hurricane season.
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Primary Elections in South Mississippi
SUMMARY: Primary elections are taking place today in South Mississippi, offering residents the chance to engage in democracy. Key races include mayor, city council, and board of aldermen, with polls open since 7 AM. In Long Beach, current Mayor George Baz is not seeking reelection, leaving four candidates to compete. Turnout has been light, especially given the significance of the Republican primary. In Ocean Springs, incumbent Kenny Holloway faces four challengers. Polls close at 7 PM, and voters can participate in either the Republican or Democratic primary, but not both. Mississippi Move is providing free ride shares for voters.

Polls open Tuesday, April 1, at 7 a.m. and will close at 7 p.m.
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3/31 – Sam Parker’s “What a Turn Around” Monday Night Forecast
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sam Parker recapped a stormy Monday morning in South Mississippi, where over an inch of rain fell in Gulfport and heavy rainfall was reported across Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, Ocean Springs, and Pascagoula. Sunday also brought flash flood warnings and over six inches of rain in parts of Jackson County. Tornado warnings were issued, with the National Weather Service expected to survey the damage. A cold front has moved out, bringing drier air and clear skies tonight. Cloud cover will return Tuesday, but the week remains mostly dry with a warming trend before another cold front brings weekend storms.

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Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events
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In this week’s *Behind the Business: Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events*, what began as a hobby for Ocean Springs’ Jennifer Mayfield has grown into a flourishing bakery and event business. Inspired by a cake she made for her nephew’s birthday, Mayfield launched Sugar Tribe through social media. Self-taught via YouTube and trial and error, she expanded from home baking to two storefronts. Sugar Tribe now offers custom cakes, themed desserts, brownies, cinnamon rolls, king cakes, and event services including linens and decor. Though cakes are her specialty, Mayfield’s creativity drives her growing success—alongside owning an urgent care clinic.

Sugar Tribe Sweets and Events is located at 2961 Bienville Boulevard in Ocean Springs.
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