5 Things to Know in Gulfport: Veterans Law Institute Ribbon Cutting

Ribbon Cutting: Stetson is holding a ribbon cutting, ceremony and tour of the new Veterans Law Institute in Gulfport today at 12 p.m. The new institute will serve military active duty and veterans, and is located at 6101 13th Ave. S. in Gulfport, adjacent to the Stetson Law campus.

Need help with your Smartphone?: If you are like many other older adults and seem to be technically-challenged by your mobile device, now you can get a trained, savvy teen to help you make the most of your device. Learn more about "GadgitKids" in our story "Tech-Savvy Seniors Learn From Teens." 

Crime Watch Survey: Organizers with the Gulfport Crime Watch are asking everyone to fill out a short survey in order to increase attendance and participation in their monthly meeting. Attached is a short survey encouraging your thoughts and ideas, including meeting days and times. Jeri Reed asks people to return the survey via email at jrvolunteer@aol.com or fax at (727) 327-0749. If you have any questions, email Jeri Reed at jrvolunteer@aol.com.

Award Nominations: Nominate a young person for the Gulfport Teen Council Outstanding Youth Award by filing out the nomination form attached to this story and turning it into the Gulfport Recreation Center. For more information check out the story, "Gulfport Teen Council Looking for Outstanding Youth."

Thursday Forecast: We have a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, mostly sunny with a high near 89 and a southwest wind between 5 and 9 mph. Tonight, a 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Otherwise, partly cloudy with a low around 77.