Phoebe Judge
One Gulf Coast Town Tries to Tackle Skyrocketing Insurance Rates
Thursday, November 05, 2009
A newly released survey shows that is skyrocketing insurance rates are having major impacts on one Gulf Coast town. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Homeless Veterans Get Some Much Needed Help
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Mississippi’s homeless veteran population is a large and oftentimes overlooked group. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on one event on the Gulf Coast that aims to help out some of those in greatest need.
FDA Ban Could Have Major Impact on Mississippi's Oyster Industry
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
The FDA is planning to ban the sale of raw oysters from the Gulf of Mexico during some of Mississippi’s peak harvest times. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the far reaching impacts that decision could have.
Mississippi's Peanut Industry Is Taking Off
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Mississippi’s peanut industry is taking off, and each year more small farmers are integrating the crop into their rotations. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on why the peanut is turning out to be such a good fit for Mississippi.
Officials Try To Curb Growing Meth Problem
Sunday, November 01, 2009
Methamphetamine busts are skyrocketing in Mississippi and lawmakers are trying to figure out how to stop the problem. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
New Project Aims To Address Growing Autism Numbers In Schools
Thursday, October 29, 2009
A new school based autism education program is attempting to bring more awareness to the growing number of Mississippi students diagnosed with the developmental disability. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
The Growing Importance of The Gulf of Mexico
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
The Gulf of Mexico stands today as one of the most economically viable bodies of water in the World. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on new developments which may make that body of water all the more important.
Gulf Coast Poised To Become Aerospace Industry Leader
Monday, October 26, 2009
A new aerospace alliance between gulf coast states is hoping to position the region to be one the largest aerospace manufacturing corridors in the world. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
The Path to Citizenship
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Thousands of legal permanent United States citizens are living in Mississippi, but are not U.S. citizens. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on one south Mississippi workshop devoted to helping individuals attain citizenship.
Beetle Infestation Devastating South Mississippi Tree Species
Thursday, October 22, 2009
A disease being spread by beetles in South Mississippi could have devastating consequences for some tree species in that part of the state. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
New Accountability System Will Measure Students On National Level
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Mississippi schools are being held to new accountability standards in an attempt boost performance levels. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the latest aspect of that new system.
FEMA Trailers Hit Auction Block
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Tens of thousands of FEMA trailers once used as temporary housing for Hurricane Katrina victims are now sitting in lots waiting to be auctioned to the highest bidders. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on one town happy to see the trailers move on.
New Training Class Prepares for Cyber Warfare
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi is the new home for cyber warfare training for the United States Air Force. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the importance and difficulty of working in this new cyber realm.
The Gulf Coast Will Not Receive a Visit From President Obama
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
President Obama will travel to New Orleans this morning to discuss and view the Hurricane Katrina recovery, but he will not be coming to Mississippi. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on the disappointment many are expressing over that decision.
Saluting South Mississippi's Military
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
As President Obama continues to debate whether to send more troops to Afghanistan, the Gulf Coast took time last night to salute all branches of the military. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Small Children at Greatest Risk for Lead Poisoning
Monday, October 12, 2009
A recent report by the Mississippi Department of Health found high levels of lead poisoning in children in 16 of the state’s 82 counties. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports on one of those counties seeing high numbers.
Mississippi Supreme Court Rules on Wind vs. Water Debate
Sunday, October 11, 2009
The Wind vs. Water debate that plagued thousands of Coastal Mississippians trying to file insurance claims after Hurricane Katrina will not be an issue in the future after a ruling by the Mississippi Supreme Court. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Secretary of the Navy Applauds Gulf Coast Shipyard
Thursday, October 08, 2009
Former Mississippi Governor and newly appointed Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus paid a visit yesterday to the Gulf Coast to check in on one of the largest shipbuilders in the world. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Chipping Away At Affordable Housing Crisis One Development At a Time
Wednesday, October 07, 2009
A new housing development in Pass Christian is hoping to make a small difference in the ongoing affordable housing crisis plaguing the Mississippi Gulf Coast. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
Gulf Coast Economy Weathering Recession Much Better Than Other Parts of the Nation
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
The Mississippi Gulf Coast has fared much better than other parts of the state and country during this economic recession . That was one of the topics discussed yesterday in Biloxi by more than 1000 business leaders and economists who gathered together at an economic symposium. MPB’s Phoebe Judge reports.
