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Mississippi Highway Patrol prepares for 2023 Christmas, NYE travel
SUMMARY: Holiday traffic is heavy on the roads this Friday night, particularly on I-10 at Highway 603 in Hancock County. The Mississippi Highway Patrol is preparing for the holiday travel period in an effort to reduce crashes and fatal wrecks, with over 115 million people projected to travel this season alone. Last year, there were seven fatal wrecks reported in Mississippi during the holidays, and Troop K on the Gulf Coast reported 17 crashes, seven DUIs, and one fatal wreck. Drivers are urged to avoid distractions, buckle up, drive within speed limits, and not drive impaired. Travelers are encouraged to get to their destinations safely and be home for the holidays. MHP’s travel period starts tomorrow morning and ends Christmas Day, with the New Year travel period beginning on December 30th.
Friday was a busy travel day on the highway as people headed out for the long holiday weekend.
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Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves takes Hugh Keeton on a tour of Governor's Mansion
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
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
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.
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