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Ocean Springs YMCA hosts 20th annual Special Olympics swim competition
SUMMARY: The Special Olympic Swim Club at the YMCA in Ocean Springs recently held their 20th annual competition, with 18 athletes competing in freestyle, backstroke, and relay races. CEO Jara Miller emphasized the importance of serving individuals of all abilities and ages in the community. MC Todd Trenchard, who has been involved for 17 years, highlighted the growth and confidence of the athletes. The athletes themselves expressed how much fun the event was and thanked supporters who helped them along the way. Overall, the event was described as amazing, with participants looking forward to coming back in the future.

18 athletes competed in the 20th year of the Special Olympics swim competition at the Ocean Springs YMCA.
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FIRST ALERT: Weekly forecast and Mardi Gras temperatures with Aaron Colby (2/23/2025)
SUMMARY: Good morning, South Mississippi! Meteorologist Aaron Colby presents the weekly forecast, revealing a cold and rainy Sunday with temperatures struggling to reach the 50s. Showers are expected throughout the day, peaking in intensity by the evening. Overnight lows will remain mild, with continued cloud cover. As the week progresses, expect a warming trend, with temperatures reaching the low to mid-70s by Tuesday. Quick showers may linger into Monday, but conditions are anticipated to improve for Mardi Gras celebrations next weekend, promising mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures. Stay tuned for updates on rain chances as the festivities approach!

Meteorologist Aaron Colby has the latest on the weekly forecast and temperatures for Mardi Gras.
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Behind the Business: Beautiful Minds Childcare
SUMMARY: In this week’s “Behind the Business,” we explore Beautiful Minds Childcare in Gulfport, where education, safety, care, and love are paramount. Owner Kenyetter Johnson, who began her childcare journey at 17, opened her first location in D’Iberville in 2021 and expanded to Gulfport in 2023. With past experience running a family childcare center, she emphasizes the importance of hiring dedicated staff who treat children with compassion. Safety is prioritized with classroom cameras for parental trust. Johnson encourages aspiring business owners to persist despite challenges, sharing her gratitude for her staff and optimism for future growth.

In Gulfport, one woman works hard to give children a fun and safe place to be.
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Legacy Park multi-use center downgrades design plans due to lack of funding
SUMMARY: The future of the Legacy Park multi-use center in Jackson County is uncertain due to funding issues. Originally planned as a retail, restaurant, and healthcare hub, recent revisions now focus solely on a memorial endoscopy facility. Developer Dr. Saka expresses disappointment, highlighting the project’s potential impact on the community. The Jackson County Board of Supervisors has encouraged a partnership with Singing River Health System to enhance local investment, but negotiations have been challenging. Meanwhile, the Board is pursuing a separate $35 million Bass Pro Shops project that won’t benefit county sales tax. An open discussion is scheduled for March 3rd.

Design plans are being revised to only include a Memorial Endoscopy Facility.
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