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Mississippi receives federal grant to address unemployment gap
SUMMARY: The US Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration awarded Mississippi a Federal grant for strategy development to address unemployment gaps. The grant will fund local planning activities over an 18-month period to increase labor force participation for ages 25-54, evaluate barriers to labor force and skills attainment in high unemployment regions, identify economic distress, and support infrastructure. The activities will complement education and training for high-demand careers, aiming to improve the state’s economic development and reduce unemployment.

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Senate bill to create domestic violence fatality review board
SUMMARY: Senate Bill 2886, the Mississippi Domestic Violence Fatality Review Team Law, aims to address deadly domestic violence incidents by creating a review board. The board will examine interactions between victims and various services, such as medical, law enforcement, and victim services, to identify system strengths and weaknesses. The team will recommend policy changes to reduce domestic violence homicides. The bill has bipartisan support and was championed by Senator Bryce Wiggins and Stacy Riley from the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence. Once signed into law, it may take a year for the board to become operational.

Senate bill to create domestic violence fatality review board
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‘The Wall that Heals’ monument honoring Vietnam veterans coming to D’Iberville
SUMMARY: A monument honoring Vietnam veterans, dubbed “The Wall That Heals,” will arrive in D’Iberville next week. This initiative aims to provide a healing and welcoming experience for veterans who did not receive a proper homecoming after the Vietnam War. An escort ceremony with approximately 150 motorcycles will take place on Tuesday at 11:00 AM, leading to the Bobby Aut Terrace Sports Complex. The wall will be open 24 hours a day from Wednesday to Sunday, with various ceremonies scheduled, including a welcome home ceremony and an Agent Orange ceremony, culminating with taps played daily at dusk.

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Allen Beverages “Local Eats” – Frosty Mug
SUMMARY: Allen Beverages’ “Local Eats” features Frosty Mug, a beloved fast food spot in Wiggins that has been serving classic burgers and shakes for 65 years. Known for its old-fashioned recipes, Frosty Mug uses 100% Hereford beef and offers top items like the L burger, chicken bacon ranch bowl, and a variety of breakfast options, including the popular Lotto breakfast burrito. Recently, they introduced golden malt waffles and fresh pancakes. Frosty Mug prides itself on its family atmosphere and nostalgic charm, drawing customers back for fresh food and cherished memories. It’s located at 514 South Magnolia Drive, Wiggins.

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