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Wiggins firefighter shares how she survived fire engine wreck

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7 months ago

June 7, 2024

www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-06-07 13:42:42

SUMMARY: Firefighters from across the state united to raise funds for Kaylee Randolph, a Wiggins firefighter injured in a fire engine accident on May 19. The fundraising initiative was planned during last week’s firefighter conference. Today, Chip Brown and Bo Murphy from the Forest County Fire Department presented a donation check. Despite initially keeping her identity private, Kaylee felt the community’s overwhelming support through messages, food, and love. She has gained a new family in her colleagues, who have stood by her since she joined the department. Tune in tonight at 10 to hear Kaylee discuss the safety measures that saved her life.

Kaille Randolph doesn’t want to be known as a victim. The 26-year-old Wiggins firefighter says she’s a survivor.

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Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves takes Hugh Keeton on a tour of Governor's Mansion

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6 hours ago

December 22, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-22 08:15:23

SUMMARY: During the last weekend before Christmas, Mississippi’s First Lady Elie Reeves showcased the governor’s mansion’s holiday decorations, themed “Made in Mississippi.” This theme celebrates the state’s economic success, highlighting new businesses and local treasures. Reeves emphasized the importance of sharing this home with all Mississippians and showcased various rooms, each reflecting different aspects of the state, from wildlife to local artists. A stunning gingerbread replica of the mansion was also featured. Additionally, personal touches included the display of the family nativity scene. Reeves expressed joy in sharing the mansion’s beauty during this festive season.

Mississippi First Lady Elee Reeves took our own Hugh Keeton on a tour of the Governor’s Mansion.

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Travelers begin holiday travels on the roads and in the skies

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1 day ago

December 21, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2024-12-21 07:46:22

SUMMARY: During the holiday season, 19 million people are expected to travel by air and road. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is preparing for a surge in travelers, with numbers set to surpass the past decade’s highest. Kalia Kennedy, traveling from Minnesota to Mississippi to visit family, shares her positive experience at the airport, noting helpful airline staff and smooth travel. Airport staff emphasize kindness and customer service. TSA recommends packing gifts in bags, not wrapping them, to avoid disruptions. Travelers are encouraged to stay cheerful and courteous during their journeys. The holiday travel season is in full swing.

Holiday travels are underway, and the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport is shaping up to receive an overflow.

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Lights, Planes, and Santa at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport

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2 days ago

December 20, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-12-20 16:45:24

SUMMARY: The Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting its annual “Lights, Planes, and Santa” event this holiday season. Open from 5 to 8:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow, visitors can enjoy a winter wonderland of over 500,000 lights illuminating the museum’s airplanes. The event includes family-friendly activities such as fly simulators, Santa Claus, and opportunities to explore planes and Jeeps. The museum hopes to attract young visitors and encourage future attendance at their summer aviation camps. Local art contest winner Kaliyah Brazzle also shared her artwork, showcasing the museum’s mascot airplane.