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Ocean Springs Property Owners Challenge Slum Designation in New Federal Lawsuit

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-10-12 10:57:25

SUMMARY: Black residents in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, who live in an area the city deems ripe for redevelopment, are taking legal action following their neighbourhood being labelled as a “blighted” slum. The city’s move could lead to the use of eminent domain, where it has the right to expropriate private property for public use, with compensation. Property owners, including homeowners and a historical black church, learned about their properties’ status, months after the city’s decision and past the deadline to challenge the designation. A federal lawsuit has now been launched with the assistance of non-profit law firm, the Institute for Justice.

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DreKo Music Productions LLC Ribbon Cutting

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www.wxxv25.com – Spencer Pullen – 2025-04-18 18:39:00

SUMMARY: DreKo Music Productions LLC in Gulfport, MS, celebrated its 5th anniversary with a ribbon-cutting for a new executive facility. Founder Andreius Moore, known as DreKo the Prophet, emphasized the space’s role in artist consultations and evaluations. The company caters to various creative professionals, including musicians, writers, and influencers. Vice President Alisha Leeha Moore highlighted their comprehensive services for entrepreneurs in the arts. Gulfport Chamber of Commerce’s Laura Benoit noted the importance of such events for community visibility. Moore expressed his commitment to artist development, aiming to help creatives find their identities. The company has also partnered with Tampa’s Symphonic Distribution for artist marketing.

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Easter events happening across the coast

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-18 17:36:00

SUMMARY: Easter Weekend on the Mississippi Gulf Coast offers various fun events. The Mississippi Aquarium hosts an Easter Egg hunt with special penguin eggs and a golden egg prize. The City of Waveland features a parade with floats, classic cars, and marching bands, followed by an egg hunt and petting zoo. Green Acres Creamery in Saucier offers an egg hunt and photos with the Easter Bunny. Hattiesburg’s zoo hosts an Eggz-otic egg hunt, with 250 eggs hidden and a big prize for the golden egg. On Easter Day, Mosaic Church holds a service at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, open to the public.

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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Vancleave’s Hunter Harper!

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www.wxxv25.com – Ansley Brent – 2025-04-18 09:41:00

SUMMARY: Hunter Harper, a senior dual-sport athlete at Vancleave High School, is this week’s WXXV Student Athlete of the Week. He rushed over 900 yards during his final football season, leading the Bulldogs to their 16th playoff appearance. Harper, who was pivotal in helping his baseball team win the school’s second State Championship, is now striving for back-to-back titles. With a 5-1 record, 39 strikeouts, and a .384 batting average, he is confident heading into playoffs. Harper values his leadership role and aims to inspire younger athletes. Best of luck to him and the Bulldogs in their playoff campaign!

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