Local News Video
West Harrison Middle School hosts health fair, exploring health tips, options, and careers
SUMMARY: The content discusses a health fair held at West Harrison Middle School, where students explored health tips, options, programs, and careers available in the community. The goal of the health fair was to get students excited about taking care of themselves and learning life skills. Jessica Henry from Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence mentioned the importance of educating young people on nonviolence. The event aimed to help students identify domestic violence and sexual assault. Overall, the health fair provided an opportunity for students to enhance their knowledge about health and safety topics in their community.

West Harrison Middle School students explored health tips, options, programs, and even careers available in the community.
For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ
Local News Video
Mississippi Department of Transportation holds conference to provide updates on road projects
SUMMARY: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) held a maintenance conference with over 200 employees, where Executive Director Brad White shared updates on road projects. Nearly every highway in South Mississippi is undergoing construction to improve or repair infrastructure. Major projects include widening I-10 in Harrison County to improve traffic flow, expected to be completed by 2027. The emergency bridge and road program, funded with $100 million but facing $900 million in applications, supports local bridge improvements. White emphasized the need for a state budget agreement to continue projects, assuring taxpayers that 97% of the budget directly funds road improvements.

Over 200 MDOT maintenance employees across the state had a chance to hear some updated information at an annual maintenance conference.
For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ
Local News Video
Living Local – Galleria BMW – BMW Experience
SUMMARY: At Galleria BMW in Diabraville, Susie Davis explores the exceptional BMW shopping experience with Senior Client Advisor, Katie Zesara. Katie emphasizes a hospitable, personalized approach to car buying, offering a luxury experience complete with amenities like water, coffee, and snacks. Her role focuses on advising clients, not pressuring them to make a sale. Katie creates unique experiences, including personalized gifts and customized vehicle deliveries. She ensures that each customer’s needs are carefully considered through a tailored needs assessment. Whether buying a car or exploring BMW merchandise, Galleria BMW offers a welcoming and informative environment for all.

Susie Davis highlights unique local businesses and events along the MS Gulf Coast
Local News Video
Pascagoula diners help serve up parks, fields, fun
SUMMARY: Pascagoula is funding its parks and recreation through a 2% tax on restaurant meals and drinks. Since 2013, this tax has generated about $1 million annually, supporting everything from playgrounds to a $10 million sports complex. The complex hosts weekend tournaments, boosting the local economy. Many residents were unaware of the tax’s impact but now see its value, funding not only new equipment but also park maintenance. For families, these parks offer more than just play areas; they create lasting memories, with many residents praising the tax as a worthy investment for the community’s future.

Pascagoula is one of several Mississippi cities with a tax on prepared food and drinks at restaurants, bars and hotels.
For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ
-
News from the South - Missouri News Feed4 days ago
Missouri lawmakers on the cusp of legalizing housing discrimination
-
Mississippi Today3 days ago
Derrick Simmons: Monday’s Confederate Memorial Day recognition is awful for Mississippians
-
Mississippi Today6 days ago
Struggling water, sewer systems impose ‘astronomic’ rate hikes
-
Mississippi Today1 day ago
Trump appoints former Gov. Phil Bryant to FEMA Review Council as state awaits ruling on tornadoes
-
News from the South - West Virginia News Feed6 days ago
Is West Virginia — and the rest of the country — prepared to care for our seniors?
-
News from the South - Florida News Feed5 days ago
Florida woman accused of setting fires during burn ban
-
News from the South - Louisiana News Feed6 days ago
Taxes on vapes and smokeless tobacco advance through committee | Louisiana
-
News from the South - Texas News Feed7 days ago
Storms Move Through Houston: Expect Heavy Rain and Possible Flooding This Afternoon