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Walmart, Target begin holiday early to ease inflation sting


NEW YORK (AP) — Walmart and Target plan to begin offering deals and price matching offers earlier this year to keep up with Americans pressed by soaring inflation and looking for ways to ease the potential sting of holiday shopping.
For two years now, shoppers have started preparing for the holidays early but last year it was because the global supply chain had been scrambled as nations began to emerge from the pandemic. This year, experts believe it is a…
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Litter becoming a growing problem in Stone County

SUMMARY: Littering is a significant issue in rural Mississippi, with the state investing millions to address it. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) notes that litter poses dangers, contributing to numerous accidents and fatalities. Efforts to strengthen litter laws have failed, yet programs like Adopt-a-Highway and the Inmate Litter Program collected over 72,000 bags of trash in District 6 last year. Education initiatives, including MDOT’s “Myrtle the Turtle,” focus on changing mindsets about littering. Local pride in communities, as expressed by Wiggins resident Tammy Smith, highlights the need for individual responsibility to combat litter effectively.
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Jessica Garriga named women’s basketball head coach at William Carey

SUMMARY: William Carey University has appointed Jessica Garriga as the new head coach for the women’s basketball team. A native of Kiln, Garriga is a WCU alumna and has spent nine years as an assistant coach after achieving basketball fame at Hancock High School, where she holds the record for most career points. Garriga expressed gratitude towards Hancock County, noting the success of its players, many of whom have been All-Stars. Her daughter, Jenna, also plays for the team and shared her excitement about the opportunity to play under her mother, highlighting the memorable moments they’ve experienced together.
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Mississippi Power celebrates Earth Day with Renew Our Rivers Deer Island cleanup

SUMMARY: Mississippi Power marked Earth Day by launching its 20th year of the Renew Our Rivers initiative at Deer Island, Biloxi, with nearly 200 volunteers from various organizations, including Beau Rivage and Golden Nugget. Over the years, the program has successfully collected more than 420 tons of trash. This year, 14 tons were removed during the cleanup, which is part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship. Aris Taconi from Beau Rivage highlighted the event’s importance for community involvement and preserving coastal beauty, as more than 2,000 pounds of debris were cleared, enhancing the area’s charm for visitors.
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