SUMMARY: Despite the blazing heat and humidity, people are visiting Ocean Springs to purchase local goods at the Fresh Market, one of 16 certified farmers markets in Mississippi. This certification ensures that actual farmers grow the crops and all non-farm items are made or grown by the vendors. Farmers report that the heat has affected crop growth and business, with this year's crop being shorter due to early onset of high temperatures in June. Everything is ripening quickly and won't last long. Deal Farms from Grand Bay, Alabama, has been participating in the Ocean Springs Fresh Market for seven years.

Despite the blazing heat and humidity, people were still out in Ocean Springs on Saturday buying local goods at the Fresh Market.

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SUMMARY: The city and county collaborated to host the watermelon games, marking the end of the Locale Farmers Market. Destiny Pollster reported that the event featured Olympic-inspired competitions involving at least 100 melons. Started a decade ago with a small group, the games have grown to include seven heats and last about two hours. Participants engaged in an obstacle course and a watermelon eating contest. The event celebrates the significance of watermelon as a major produce and cash crop in George County. Eubanks and Eubanks and Courtney Farms donated all the watermelons. The community greatly enjoyed the festival.

Once a year, the people of Lucedale and George County gather to mark the end of the farmer's market and celebrate a major cash …

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SUMMARY: Rebecca Carl of Mississippi received statewide recognition as the 2023 Topps Queen by the international weight loss program, Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS), for her impressive weight loss journey. Struggling with her fitness goals, Carl turned to prayer and her sister, eventually joining the TOPS program. Initially, she faced challenges in committing to meetings, exercise, and nutrition. However, she realized her relationship with food was akin to an addiction. With spiritual guidance and motivation from fellow TOPS members, she shed over 70 pounds, reaching her goal weight of 165 pounds. Carl now aims to inspire and empower others in their weight loss journeys.

If you're looking for a true sentiment of dedication and determination, look no further than Carriere native Rebecca Karl.

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