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Stone County School District preparing for upcoming school year with new updates
SUMMARY: The Stone County School District is gearing up for the new school year, led by new Superintendent Boyd West, who began his role in July. Major updates include a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) building with an open house in early August and a new high school set to open in 2026. Stone Elementary School is launching a new art program, funded by a Mississippi Whole Schools grant, aimed at engaging students with hands-on learning to compete with digital technologies. School will resume on August 5th, and student registration is scheduled for tomorrow from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Updates include a new hands-on, engagement-focused art program.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Olivia Hightower
SUMMARY: Throughout the month, stories of hope from breast cancer survivors have highlighted the crucial role of early screenings. Dr. Olivia High from Memorial Health System emphasized that breast cancer is the leading cancer in women, with one in eight developing it in their lifetime. Regular screenings start at age 40 for average-risk women, or ten years earlier for those with a family history. Women should perform monthly breast exams and watch for changes like new lumps or skin alterations. Memorial is hosting mammograms and offering discounts for the underinsured, emphasizing the importance of accessible screenings for early detection.
Dr. Olivia Hightower stresses the importance of early and regular screenings during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Singing River Pascagoula Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center celebrates โ20 Years in Motion' – Pt…
SUMMARY: Seeing River Pasa’s comprehensive rehabilitation center marked its 20th anniversary, celebrating the dedication and hard work of staff and patients. One patient, Liony Verett, shared his journey after undergoing cardiac bypass surgery, during which he faced significant challenges, including temporary shutdown of his body’s functions. Verett expressed gratitude for the support he received at the center, emphasizing how he learned to regain basic skills like eating and moving. He highlighted the center’s fantastic staff and acknowledged that everyone eventually needs medical help, which he found to be exceptional at Seeing River, helping him to stand independently once again.
Patient Lionel Verret says that we all get to a point where we need medical help, and he couldn’t have asked for better than Singing River.
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Happening November 9: Port Air Space Day in the Bay
SUMMARY: The Bay St. Louis community is set to host its second “Port Airspace Day” on November 9 at the Old Courthouse Building. Coordinator Janice Guo reports the first event attracted 3,800 attendees despite poor weather. This year’s event will feature over 50 exhibits, allowing the public to engage directly with major companies in STEM and space science, including NASA and Lockheed Martin. Families are encouraged to attend, with special activities like an alien costume contest organized by the Hancock Library System. Additionally, the “Buds and Burgers in the Bay” event will offer food and a burger competition. Admission is free.
STEM, space science and food โ what more could you ask for? Event Coordinator Janice Guido gives what to expect.
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