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Tyjae Spears, Jaren Hall making Senior Bowl waves

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www.wxxv25.com – Jeff Haeger – 2023-02-03 21:57:28

They say the draft starts in Mobile where more than 120 of the best players in all of college football descend upon the Azalea City as they make their final push leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft.

Exciting week of Senior Bowl practice at Hancock Whitney Stadium where some familiar names are making waves in front of scouts.

Tulane Green Wave running back Tyjae Spears named Senior Bowl practice player of the week as voted on by NFL executives and scouts.

That should come as no surprise following his more than 1,800 total yards and 21 touchdowns in 2022.

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MDOT’s 12 days of Christmas sign contest is back!

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-11-12 14:59:00

SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is launching a holiday sign contest to spread seasonal cheer and promote traffic safety. Participants can submit clever holiday-themed safety messages for MDOT’s digital message signs from November 12 to December 2. The winning messages will be displayed daily from December 14 to 25. Guidelines include a maximum of three lines and 21 characters per line, with messages focusing solely on traffic safety. MDOT encourages safe driving during the holiday season, emphasizing the importance of buckling up, avoiding distractions, and driving sober. More details are available on MDOT’s social media.

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MGCCC celebrates 300th CDL graduate from West Harrison County Center

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-11-11 16:54:00

SUMMARY: Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s West Harrison County Center recently celebrated its 300th Commercial Truck Driving (CDL) graduate. Alvin Felts, who passed his exam on October 12, set the milestone for the program, which began in 2017. The program averages 47 graduates per year, with many students starting without experience. It includes not only driving skills but also career readiness training in resume writing, interview prep, financial literacy, and soft skills. The program is offered at no cost to qualifying participants through the Gulf Coast Work Ready Grant. Felts is excited to begin his career, feeling confident and well-prepared.

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Meggan Monday: Feed My Sheep makes sure no one goes hungry

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www.wxxv25.com – WXXV Staff – 2024-11-11 11:38:00

SUMMARY: Feed My Sheep, a Gulfport outreach program established in 1983, works to ensure no one in the community goes hungry. The program serves over 350 people daily, including delivering meals to elderly, homebound, or disabled individuals. Executive Director David Lion, a long-time volunteer who became director during COVID-19, shared that the program also supports homeless individuals, including those recovering from addiction. With rising food costs, they now serve about 600 meals a day. The community’s support and volunteers have been vital, as Feed My Sheep hasn’t held a fundraiser since 2017. They’ll also provide a traditional Thanksgiving meal for those in need.

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