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Owner of historic downtown Bay St. Louis home speaks out following devastating house fire
SUMMARY: Sandy Favre returned to her fire-damaged home in Bay St. Louis, which burned down on January 22, with a heavy heart. Her husband managed to escape with their two dogs, but the couple’s cat is still missing. The historic 130-year-old home, cherished for eight years, is now unrecognizable after the fire. The cause remains inconclusive, leaving her family devastated, particularly concerned about how to tell their young grandchildren. Thankfully, some family photos survived, and they plan to rebuild. Favre relies on faith and community support while staying with a neighbor during this challenging time.

The owner of the century-old Bay St. Louis home that burned down had a heavy heart as she returned to assess the damage.
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Happening March 7: 'A Taste of Ireland' at iMPAC
SUMMARY: On March 7 at 7:30 PM, “A Taste of Ireland,” a top Irish dance show, will perform at the Immersive Media Performing Arts Center in Gulfport, Mississippi. Performer Gavin Chevin, fresh off an Off-Broadway premiere, shared that the show blends cultural traditions with modern flair, offering an emotional experience that showcases Irish history through dance and storytelling. With around 30 performers, including male and female dancers and live musicians, the production highlights both joyful and somber aspects of Ireland’s past, making it an engaging event for audiences, regardless of their Irish heritage. Ticket details are available on-screen.

Happening March 7: ‘A Taste of Ireland’ at iMPAC
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Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Lundi Gras Parade
SUMMARY: The Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse is hosting the Lundi Gras Parade in Bay St. Louis, starting at 5:30 PM at the train depot. This family-friendly event features decorated golf carts, bead throws, and performances by the oysters dancing group. Participants can register their golf carts on the crew’s website, and attendees are encouraged to wear pirate outfits. For more information, visit their website or Facebook page, where details about joining the Krewe and upcoming events are available. Monthly gatherings at local venues also support local nonprofits through 50/50 raffles, inviting community involvement.

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ICE arrests 16 people at Pass Christian concrete contractor
SUMMARY: An immigration raid at the G Coast Pre-Stress Partners concrete contractor in Pass Christian led to the arrest of 16 individuals, primarily from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras, by ICE agents. The arrests occurred during an investigation where workers attempted to flee the site. Ultimately, 18 people were apprehended, but two were released due to valid work authorizations. Following this event, the company’s attorney stated they are reassessing their hiring practices and agreements with staffing partners to ensure compliance with immigration laws. The incident reflects ongoing immigration enforcement in Mississippi, where ICE reported around 80 arrests in February.

On Wednesday, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the arrest of 16 immigrants at a worksite in Pass Christian.
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