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Mississippi Power receives national award for response to Moss Point tornado
SUMMARY: Mississippi Power received the EEI Emergency Response Award for their swift restoration efforts after an EF-2 tornado hit Moss Point in June. Their 500-employee storm team restored power to all 8,000 customers in less than 36 hours amidst a week of severe weather affecting 50,000 people, including replacing 75 poles and 50 transformers. The award, presented during EEI’s winter meeting, honors electric companies’ prompt and safe service restoration after natural disasters. Mississippi Power was commended for their commitment and effectiveness in bringing normalcy back to the community.
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Columbus-based Burford Electric Service announces $3.55M expansion
SUMMARY: Burford Electric Service, a family-owned business from Mississippi, is expanding in Columbus with a $3.55 million investment. Established in 1959, the company specializes in electromechanical repair for the southeastern U.S. The expansion includes a 15,000 square foot manufacturing facility with increased crane capacity, creating 14 new jobs over the next five years. Governor Tate Reeves highlighted the positive impact of Mississippi’s business climate on local companies. The Mississippi Development Authority is supporting the project through the Mississippi Flexibility Tax Incentive, along with contributions from Lowndes County and Columbus.
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Ocean Springs restaurant owners participate in presidential turkey pardon
SUMMARY: On Monday, Brooke Lewis and Brad Orrison, owners of The Shed BBQ and Blues Joint in Ocean Springs, represented Mississippi at the White House Thanksgiving turkey pardoning ceremony. Invited by the National Turkey Federation, they named and met the turkeys, Peach and Blossom, before the event. The pair, known for winning the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest three times, documented their experience on social media. They watched as President Biden pardoned the turkeys in front of a crowd of 2,500. The tradition dates back to 1947, though folklore credits President Lincoln with sparing the first turkey in 1863.
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Northwest soccer rolls to national championship in undefeated season
SUMMARY: The Northwest Lady Rangers celebrated their historic first NJCAA national championship after defeating Johnson County Community College. Ranked No. 1 in the preseason, they dominated the regular season with a 75-9 scoring margin and advanced through the Region 23 Tournament, solidifying their championship status. Finishing the season 22-0, the Lady Rangers became the first NJCAA Division II team since 2020 to win a national title without losses, achieving a rare triple crown. Key players set numerous records, including goalkeeper Anny Kathryn Harrell and sophomore Penny Warner, showcasing their remarkable talent under coach James Beattie’s leadership over five years.
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