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Mississippi lawmakers expected to vote on Medicaid expansion plan with work requirement

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-04-30 09:24:21

SUMMARY: Mississippi lawmakers are set to vote on expanding Medicaid coverage with a work requirement, which may not be approved by the federal government. If the requirement is rejected, the state would need to seek approval annually. The state, one of the poorest in the U.S., could benefit from providing coverage to thousands more people. Georgia, the only other state with a Medicaid work requirement, is currently in a legal battle with the federal government over the mandate. Despite initial resistance, the Republican-controlled Legislature is considering expansion to help financially struggling hospitals. Mississippi is among the 10 states that have resisted Medicaid expansion.

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Transit Service Schedule for Spring Break Weekend: April 11 – 13, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-03-30 12:00:00

SUMMARY: Expect significant delays on Coast Transit Authority (CTA) fixed routes from April 11-14, 2025, due to Spring Break traffic on Highway 90 and Pass Road. A temporary Express Route will operate nonstop between Gulfport and Biloxi Transit Centers via I-10, starting April 11 at 1:00 p.m., with departures every 45 minutes until 7:45 p.m. The Beachcomber will have limited service, ending early on Friday and having no service on Saturday and Sunday. Pass Road services will end early on Friday and Saturday but will resume a Sunday schedule on April 13, albeit with potential traffic delays.

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Ocean Springs neighborhood reunites with pet cat after three years

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March 29, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – Brian Winters – 2025-03-29 12:02:00

SUMMARY: After three years apart, Bella the 17-year-old cat has reunited with the Ferrell and Speese families on Meadowview Circle. Initially thought lost forever, Bella’s disappearance led both families to assume she had passed away. Their hopes were revived when a good Samaritan brought Bella to a veterinarian, who scanned her microchip. This reunion highlights the importance of pet identification, especially after events like Hurricane Katrina when microchipping became vital. Dr. Chris Duke emphasizes updating contact information for microchips. Bella is now settling back into her home, and her families are thrilled to have her return.

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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Gulfport’s Davis Ormes!

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March 27, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – Ansley Brent – 2025-03-27 22:59:00

SUMMARY: This Thursday night, Gulfport’s Davis Ormes is recognized as the WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, highlighting his achievements in both baseball and powerlifting. A senior at Gulfport High, he reflects on his athletic journey influenced by his older brother. As a leader on the baseball team and a three-time state powerlifting champion, Ormes aims for a fourth title this Saturday. With impressive lifts, including a squat of 580 pounds and a deadlift of 650, he also prioritizes community involvement and aims to leave a positive legacy. His faith plays a crucial role in his motivation and strength. Good luck to his teams at State!

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