SUMMARY: Long Beach leaders have approved an agreement to develop a casino on the former Kmart property, a deal nearly ten years in the making. The Long Beach Board of Aldermen unanimously granted a 40-year lease to Long Beach Harbor Resorts, owned by Jim Parish, who also runs a restaurant at the harbor. Construction must begin within three years and the casino must open within five. Mayor George Bass emphasizes this might be the city’s only chance for a casino, which he believes could boost the local economy and provide funds for the school district, alongside a million dollars for first responder infrastructure.

In the next five years, a casino could be opened in Long Beach.

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SUMMARY: In this edition of Expert Talk, Michelle Eubank interviews Danielle Gillery from Senior Medicare Patrol about Medicare open enrollment, which occurs from October 15 to December 7. This period allows Medicare beneficiaries to review and modify their healthcare and drug plans. Gillery highlights the prevalence of fraud during this time, where beneficiaries may be pressured to change plans or unknowingly agree to changes through deceptive calls. She advises never answering “yes” to questions over the phone and emphasizes that Medicare will never call beneficiaries directly. For assistance, she encourages reaching out to Senior Medicare Patrol for help.

Danielle Guillory with Senior Medicare Patrol is back to answer questions about Medicare Open Enrollment, happening NOW.

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SUMMARY: Thousands of eighth graders attended the Pathways to Possibilities event at the Coast Convention Center to explore various career options available on the Mississippi Coast. With 45 schools participating, the event aims to introduce students to different professions before they enter high school. Organizers, like Karen, dedicate significant time to planning the event, hoping to connect students’ passions with future careers. Attendees expressed excitement about exploring options, with interests ranging from aviation to health science. With hands-on experiences offered, students like Aiden plan to use what they learn to shape their future career paths, showcasing the event’s impact.

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