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Stone County Fair celebrating 107 years
SUMMARY: At 6:54 on Friday, Stone County residents opted for the fair over trick-or-treating, particularly enjoying the goat, lamb, and hog show, a highlight of the annual event. This year marks the fair’s 107th anniversary, attracting kids from across the county who showcase animals they’ve raised. Judging focuses on criteria like appearance and muscle mass, providing valuable feedback for participants. In addition to this popular show, preparations are underway for other events, including a petting zoo run by the FFA. The annual Heritage Festival starts at the Stone County Fairgrounds at noon, inviting community engagement and interaction.
Some Stone County residents traded their trick-or-treat bags for tickets to the county fair.
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SUMMARY: During the holiday season, 19 million people are expected to travel by air and road. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is preparing for a surge in travelers, with numbers set to surpass the past decade’s highest. Kalia Kennedy, traveling from Minnesota to Mississippi to visit family, shares her positive experience at the airport, noting helpful airline staff and smooth travel. Airport staff emphasize kindness and customer service. TSA recommends packing gifts in bags, not wrapping them, to avoid disruptions. Travelers are encouraged to stay cheerful and courteous during their journeys. The holiday travel season is in full swing.
Holiday travels are underway, and the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is shaping up to receive an overflow.
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SUMMARY: The Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting its annual “Lights, Planes, and Santa” event this holiday season. Open from 5 to 8:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, visitors can enjoy a winter wonderland of over 500,000 lights illuminating the museum’s airplanes. The event includes family-friendly activities such as fly simulators, Santa Claus, and opportunities to explore planes and Jeeps. The museum hopes to attract young visitors and encourage future attendance at their summer aviation camps. Local art contest winner Kaliyah Brazzle also shared her artwork, showcasing the museum’s mascot airplane.
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SUMMARY: Sydney Barber, a junior at West Harrison High School, excels in both basketball and discus throwing. Despite the Christmas break, she leads her basketball team, which boasts a 17-1 record, and recently became the first player in school history to score over 1,000 points. Inspired by her family, particularly her mother and two nieces, Sydney aims to encourage others in sports. She also broke the school discus record, previously held by her sister, with a throw of 122 feet 10 inches. Sydney’s journey emphasizes resilience and self-worth in sports as she considers her future post-high school.
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