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Whale Sharks Along The Coast? Searching for the World’s Largest Fish
SUMMARY: Whale sharks, despite their name, are actually fish and not sharks. They have gills and do not have teeth like other sharks. They feed on plankton and fish eggs to maintain their large size. The University of Southern Mississippi has been conducting research on whale shark biology in the northern Gulf of Mexico since 2003. They have found that these creatures are present in the Gulf on a routine basis, with most encounters being solitary and some involving aggregations of up to 200 individuals. The public’s involvement has been crucial in the success of the research. The recent sightings of whale sharks in nearshore waters along the Florida panhandle are unusual and driven by changes in water temperature. Research efforts involve tagging the animals with satellite tags to monitor their long-term movements. The public can help by reporting sightings and providing information on the encounter, estimated size, and behavior of the whale shark.
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Southern Miss to Host Week of Free Band Concerts for the Whole Family
SUMMARY: The University of Southern Mississippi’s Bands Department will host a week of free concerts starting April 25 at 7:30 p.m. The series kicks off with the Symphonic Winds, as Dr. Colin McKenzie concludes his conducting role to focus on directing the School of Music. Subsequent events feature the University Band and Hattiesburg Concert Band on April 27, and a joint performance with the Sumrall High School Concert Band on April 29. The final concert on May 1 will showcase the Wind Ensemble and include a new symphony and “Lord of the Rings” by Johan de Meij, celebrating McKenzie’s musical journey.
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The History of a Favorite Food, Pizza
SUMMARY: Pizza, a beloved global dish, traces its origins to flatbread in Mesopotamia and ancient Egypt. The modern version emerged in a Jewish community in southern Italy, where leftovers were placed on flatbread, later becoming popular in the U.S. through Italian immigrants in the late 1800s. American pizza differs from its Italian counterpart with a thicker crust, more sauce, and varied toppings. In the 1960s, pizza kits and chain restaurants like Pizza Hut helped popularize pizza in America. Homemade pizza is simple yet time-consuming, requiring basic ingredients, or premade crusts for convenience, with endless topping options.
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Share the Story of Mississippi
SUMMARY: The author shares a deep love for Mississippi’s history, which was reignited during a family trip along the Natchez Trace with a grandchild. They enjoyed the state’s natural beauty while discussing local flora and the etymology of place names, many derived from Mississippi’s Indigenous tribes. The grandmother eagerly shared the origins of various towns, emphasizing names linked to nature, historical figures, or notable stories. She highlighted the importance of preserving and passing on history to future generations, challenging readers to learn the stories of their own cherished places, reminding them that history enriches our understanding of the present.
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