Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.
Good morning, Biloxi.
The Budweiser Clydesdales will tour local communities from Dec.
4 to Dec. 19, stopping in Greenwood + Leland + Ocean Springs + Bay St. Louis + Gulfport. Mitchell Distributing said more details on event times and locations will be announced soon.
Biloxi's Beautification Committee approved Fred Lusk III’s adoption of the Kuhn Street Pier Area, where he cleans daily to honor his late grandfather.
The committee will meet next on (Nov. 4 at 11 a.m.) at City Hall to review further measures.
Today, Fairbanks Morse Defense broke ground on its third center of excellence at the Bird Johnson Facility in Pascagoula to boost production of advanced naval propulsion systems for Virginia class submarines plus the company plans recruitment early next year with operations beginning in 2028.
Teri Murray, a special education teacher at Vancleave Upper Elementary, was named October Teacher of the Month by Huntington Learning Center.
She earned her degree from William Carey University and has 17 years of teaching experience (supporting students and families in Jackson County).
Dr. Daniel Edney, Mississippi’s state health officer since 2022, was named ASTHO’s 84th president today.
The announcement highlighted his three decades of clinical experience (including leadership in public health challenges) and outlined plans to boost partnerships and strengthen health policies nationwide.
NASA fired RS-25 engine No. 10001 at the Fred Haise Test Stand at Stennis Space Center on Oct.
21. The 500-second test at 111% power helped validate a new thermal protection system and other components for upcoming Artemis missions.
On Oct. 21, the White House announced $32 million in Rural Health Transformation Program funding to award 60 grants to rural healthcare providers, including Harrison County facilities that will boost recruitment, training, and emergency mental health services & overall care.
Singing River Health System is supporting National Drug Take Back Day on Oct.
24 at Ocean Springs Hospital. Residents with unused or expired medications should drive to the front entrance from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for safe drop off.
St. Patrick’s senior captain, Connor McElroy, ended his six-year swimming career today with a state championship win and two silver medals at the state meet — showing leadership for his younger teammates.
The accomplished athlete, who holds a 4.2 GPA, will study aerospace engineering at Auburn University.
The Biloxi Shuckers will host a World Series watch party Tuesday, Oct.
27 at Keesler Federal Park with gates opening at 6:45 p.m. and public concessions available while Season Ticket Members will get exclusive on-field batting practice (starting at 6:00 p.m.).
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