SUMMARY: The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is rehabilitating 23 endangered Kim Ridley sea turtles that suffered from cold stunning after being trapped in frigid waters in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Mississippi State University veterinary students are assisting in the recovery process by conducting initial examinations, blood work, and monitoring the turtles’ health. Cold-stunned turtles often experience pneumonia and frostbite, requiring personalized treatment plans, including fluids and antibiotics. The students gain invaluable experience that will aid their future careers while fostering a commitment to environmental conservation. Once rehabilitated, the turtles will be released back into Mississippi Sound.

A group of Mississippi State University veterinarians were in Gulfport on a mission to save the sea turtle habitat.

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SUMMARY: Dr. Mobi Salangi from The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies discussed the cold-stunned sea turtles arriving from Massachusetts. They can’t regulate their body temperature during cold fronts and often develop pneumonia when they fail to migrate south. Twenty-three turtles will be flown in for rehabilitation, taking around three to four months, with support from Mississippi State University’s veterinary team. Once recovered, many will be released with satellite tags for tracking. Salangi also mentioned four dolphins found dead at Petit Bois Island, with ongoing necropsies to investigate the cause, which may be environmental or indicative of an epidemic.

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SUMMARY: The Singing Christmas Tree at First Baptist Church is a beloved Gulf Coast tradition, combining carols and a beautifully lit tree. For over 27 years, the church has created a magical experience, involving hundreds of volunteers who build the 30-foot tree and prepare music, drama, and dance. This year, Pamela Jones will perform under the tree’s star. After a brief hiatus, the event returned last year, resonating deeply with the community. The production, which has been part of local Christmas memories since 1984, brings together church members and the community for a celebration of unity and tradition.

In Biloxi, a decades-old Coast Life tradition brings the carols and the Christmas tree together.

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