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Update on MEMA assistance month after Moss Point tornado
SUMMARY: Good Morning Mississippi’s live broadcast from Moss Point discusses the aftermath of a recent tornado and the efforts being made to provide assistance to those affected. Mississippi Emergency Management Association executive director Stephen McRaney provides an update on the current situation and the steps being taken to obtain federal funding. McRaney explains the process of damage assessment and the importance of individual assistance grants. He also mentions the establishment of a long-term recovery committee in Jackson County to prioritize and provide support to homeowners. McRaney emphasizes the need for collaboration between federal and state agencies to ensure a successful recovery.

Chet Landry spoke with MEMA Executive Director Stephen McCraney to get an update on where the relief process stands more than a month after the devastating stor
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Phase 2 of Bayou Lacroix Boat Launch improvement project breaks ground
SUMMARY: Phase 2 of the Bayou Lacroix Boat Launch improvement project has commenced in Bay St. Louis, following the successful completion of the initial boat ramp a few years ago. This phase includes extending the bulkhead and installing a new kayak launch, enhancing access for kayakers and anglers. The $150,000 project is funded by the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust, prompted by the need for amenities after Hurricane Katrina. The boat launch, frequently utilized by residents, will facilitate easier access to the Bay of St. Louis and the Jordan River, expected to be completed within four weeks, just in time for summer.

Phase 2 of Bayou Lacroix Boat Launch improvement project breaks ground
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Waking Up with Wesley: 'In like a lion, out like a lamb' March weather folklore (03/27/2025)
SUMMARY: In “Waking Up with Wesley,” senior meteorologist Wesley Williams discusses March weather folklore, specifically the adage “in like a lion, out like a lamb.” This phrase suggests that if March begins with stormy weather, it typically ends calmly, and vice versa. Notably, March 2025 started with severe weather, including an EF1 tornado, indicating a “lionlike” beginning. Looking ahead to the end of March, strong thunderstorms are anticipated. Rain is also expected this Saturday, with models predicting varied amounts, but generally ranging from 1 to 3 inches. Warmer temperatures are forecasted to continue into April.

Senior Meteorologist Wesley Williams explains March’s variable weather as a transition month between winter and spring.
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3/26 – Sam Parker's “On your Toes” Wednesday Night Forecast
SUMMARY: In Sam Parker’s Wednesday Night Forecast, he discusses the weather for the following days. Tomorrow is expected to be cooler, with temperatures in the 70s and cloud cover. Current temperatures in the area are mainly in the 60s and 70s, with light winds. Although moisture is moving in from Texas, cloud cover will prevail without rain. For the weekend, rain showers are anticipated Friday night, with a drying trend on Saturday afternoon. However, southern Mississippi may experience stronger thunderstorms on Monday, with a 15% chance of severe weather. Sunday is expected to be clearer and drier.

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