Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
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🏘️ Community
Mississippi Power presented a $38,000 check to the Harrison County School District for switching to LED lighting in their baseball and softball fields, marking a first in their energy efficiency rebate program for sports lighting.
The former Sun Herald building, which housed the publication for 50 years, will be demolished by new owner Rick Camarena, with future plans for the site undisclosed.
Robert Richard, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, celebrated his 100th birthday with the Mississippi Seawolves and the Armed Forces Retirement Home.
A free youth skate clinic for children 15 and under of all skill levels is being hosted by the Gulf Coast Skateparks Association in Biloxi on Saturday, with helmets required and parental supervision.
🎓 Education
Mississippi State University began construction of the Northern Gulf Aquatic Food Research Center, a pioneering facility aimed at enhancing aquatic food safety and supporting the state's major seafood and catfish industries.
🌲 Environment
The Mississippi Aquarium will release 20 rehabilitated Kemp’s Ridley Sea Turtles named after Taylor Swift lyrics off Biloxi Beach.
🏥 Health
Memorial Health System is actively seeking volunteers to assist with various tasks to support patient families, requiring candidates to be at least 18 years old.
🏈 Sports
The Hancock Whitney Classic featuring Mississippi State versus Old Dominion is set to begin at 6 p.m. at Keesler Federal Park, with highlights to be reported by WXXV Sports.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Queen and ABBA
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Mary C O'Keefe Cultural Arts Center — Tickets available — Experience a unique candlelight performance of beloved hits by Queen and ABBA.
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