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Oil companies offer $382M for offshore drilling rights in last sale before 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2023-12-20 15:26:50

SUMMARY: Oil companies bid $382 million for drilling rights in the Gulf of Mexico after courts rejected the Biden administration’s plans to reduce the sale to protect an endangered whale species. This was the last offshore oil and gas lease sale mandated under a 2022 climate law, and it comes as the administration tries to balance the interests of energy companies and environmental activists. The auction saw companies like Chevron, Hess, and BP offering bids on more than 300 parcels, marking a significant increase from previous sales. The next sale won’t be until 2025, causing frustration among energy companies and Republicans. Environmental groups criticized the 5-year plan as a missed opportunity to stop oil and gas drilling in the Gulf of Mexico.

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MDOT hosting annual Maintenance Meet

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April 29, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – Spencer Pullen – 2025-04-29 18:42:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is hosting its annual maintenance meeting this week, bringing together around 250-300 staff members from across the state. The event offers training and updates on roadway maintenance, safety, and technology. MDOT executive director Brad White emphasized the importance of keeping employees informed about new regulations and safety protocols. The conference also provides a platform for vendors to showcase tools and services for maintaining the state’s highways. White noted that tax revenue, including fuel tax and lottery funds, supports MDOT’s budget for maintaining roads and infrastructure. The meeting ends on May 1st.

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One arrested, one wanted in fatal Gulfport shooting

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April 29, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-29 18:00:00

SUMMARY: A fatal shooting occurred in Gulfport on April 28, 2025, when suspects Paul Ravin Martin Jr. and Kevin Eugene James opened fire on individuals in the Holly Circle area. Three victims were injured, and 16-year-old Cobi Earnest later died from gunshot wounds. Martin, 23, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Murder, Shooting into a Dwelling, and three counts of Aggravated Assault. He was out on bond for a previous drive-by shooting. James, 53, remains at large and is wanted for murder and other charges. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact Gulfport Police or Crime Stoppers.

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One arrested, one wanted in fatal Gulfport shooting

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April 29, 2025

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2025-04-29 14:58:00

SUMMARY: On April 29, 2025, Gulfport Police arrested 23-year-old Paul Ravin Martin Jr. in connection with a fatal shooting on April 28. Martin faces charges of First-Degree Murder, Shooting into a Dwelling, and three counts of Aggravated Assault. The shooting occurred near Holly Circle, leaving one victim dead, 16-year-old Cobi Earnest, and three others wounded. Martin and another suspect, Kevin Eugene James, confronted individuals and fired indiscriminately before fleeing. Martin, already out on bond for a prior shooting, was arrested and held without bond. James, wanted for the same charges, is considered armed and dangerous.

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