Chapel Hart strikes golden notes at 'AGT' audition
A golden buzzer moment last night on "America's Got Talent" featuring a musical act from right here in South Mississippi. The nationally televised scene served as the coming out party…
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Watercolor artist brings Coast landmarks to life
If you're looking for a way to escape the summer heat, you may want to consider ducking inside the AC and enjoying what the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi has to…
Mobile native to hit the Grand Magnolia stage in Pascagoula
Coming off of two consecutive sold-out performances by Coral Reefer Band member Mac McAnally in Pascagoula, organizers with Grand Magnolia Music have announced that their next show will feature yet another Jimmy Buffett protégé. Mobile native and Nashville resident Will…
Jury sides with Depp on lawsuit, Heard on counterclaim
By DENISE LAVOIE AP Legal Affairs Writer FAIRFAX, Va. (AP) - A jury has ruled in favor of Johnny Depp in his libel lawsuit against ex-wife Amber Heard, vindicating his stance that Heard fabricated claims that she was abused by…
Vancleave's own Paul Overstreet coming home to South Mississippi
One of the most prolific songwriters in country music grew up in South Mississippi, and he's coming home again to display his talents. Paul Overstreet, who spent most of his youth in Vancleave, will play The Grand Magnolia Ballroom in…
Ray Liotta, ‘Goodfellas’ and ‘Field of Dreams’ star, dies
Ray Liotta, the actor best known for playing mobster Henry Hill in “Goodfellas” and baseball player Shoeless Joe Jackson in “Field of Dreams,” has died. He was 67. An official at the Dominican Republic’s National Forensic Science Institute who was…
“THE ELLEN DEGENERES SHOW” SETS LINE UP OF GUESTS LEADING UP TO SERIES FINALE AIRING ON THURSDAY, MAY 26
Ellen DeGeneres is taking her final bow on her hit eponymous syndicated daytime talk show, “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” on Thursday, May 26, after almost two decades of delivering unparalleled celebrity interviews, musical performances, topical stories, extraordinary human-interest guests, and sought-after viral…
Dolly Parton, Eminem, Richie get into Rock Hall of Fame
By MARK KENNEDY Eminem, Lionel Richie, Carly Simon, Eurythmics, Duran Duran and Pat Benatar have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, a list that also includes Dolly Parton, who initially resisted the honor. The honorees —…
Steve Forbert kicks off 'Native Mississippians' music series in Pascagoula
Grammy Award nominee Steve Forbert is coming home to help launch a new live music series in his home state of Mississippi. The Meridian native will play the Grand Magnolia Ballroom in Pascagoula on Tuesday, May 3rd as part of…
New Orleans chefs add Latin flair to Coast fare at benefit dinner
The Aaron Sanchez scholarship benefits Latin kids looking for a degree in the culinary arts. It gives the recipient a full ride at the Institute of Culinary Education in New York, plus other…
Gilbert Gottfried, standup comic and actor, dies at 67
By ANDREW DALTON AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES (AP) - Gilbert Gottfried, the actor and legendary standup comic known for his raw, scorched voice and crude jokes, has died. His publicist Glenn Schwartz said in a statement that Gottfried died…
Britney Spears announces pregnancy through Instagram post
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Britney Spears, less than five months after her conservatorship ended, confused some fans Monday when she posted on Instagram that she’s pregnant, and apparently married. “I lost so much weight to go on my Maui trip only to…
The Judds to stop in Biloxi on The Final Tour in October
The Judds country music duo will hit Biloxi on their final tour this fall. Wynonna and Naomi will be at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on October 27 for a 7 p.m. show on The Final Tour. Tickets go on sale…
THE CW LAUNCHES NEW CW APP
Fully Ad-Supported App Available for Free on Virtually All Major Platforms April 5, 2022 (Burbank, CA) — The CW Network announced today the official launch of the new CW App, the exclusive home to the latest episodes and seasons of…
Trio of artists team up to open 'Jazz Fest Unplugged' at Grand Magnolia
The Grand Magnolia Ballroom will again be hosting an artist series coinciding with the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. "Jazz Fest Unplugged" returns to Pascagoula this Saturday with a trio of musicians who will take the stage for the…
Mac McAnally adds second show at Grand Magnolia in Pascagoula
Ten-time Country Music Association Musician of the Year Mac McAnally will be on stage in front of an intimate crowd of a few hundred at The Grand Magnolia Ballroom in May for two shows at the venue. McAnally is set…
THE CW NETWORK SETS PREMIERE DATE FOR NEW DRAMA SERIES “TOM SWIFT” ON TUESDAY, MAY 31
March 25, 2022 (Burbank, CA) —The CW Network today announced the premiere date and time for the new drama series TOM SWIFT, which makes its debut on Tuesday, May 31 (8 p.m. CST) following an original episode of the hit…
THE CW NETWORK GIVES EARLY RENEWALS TO SEVEN CURRENT SERIES FOR THE 2022-23 BROADCAST SEASON
March 22, 2022 (Burbank, CA) —The CW Network today renewed seven of its current scripted series for the 2022-23 broadcast season, it was announced today by Mark Pedowitz, Chairman and CEO, The CW Network. “As we prepare for the 2022-23…
Anthony Mackie buys land in New Orleans East for a studio
New Orleans native Anthony Mackie, an actor, producer and writer who played Marvel's Falcon and will take over the 'Captain America' role, is investing in his hometown. Media outlets in the city are reporting that Mackie bought 20 acres in…
Last call: Alan Jackson to stop in at Coast Coliseum on his 2022 tour
Alan Jackson is having one for the road. The country music superstar known for such hits as "Chattahootchie" and "Livin' on Love" will play the Mississippi Coast Coliseum at 7 p.m. on June 24 as part of his Last Call…
Amazon starts work on movie based on Biloxi legend Jerry O'Keefe
By MARY PEREZ / Sun Herald The story of how former Biloxi Mayor Jerry O’Keefe took down the largest funeral company in North America is being told in an Amazon movie now filming in New Orleans. Tommy Lee Jones is…
Rare Pokémon card sells $900K at auction
Trading Pokémon cards is one thing, shelling out hundreds of thousands of dollars? That's on a whole other level! This near mint condition vintage gaming card was sold for $900,000. The Pocket Monsters’ Japanese promo "illustrator" holographic Pikachu card was…
FOX RENEWS TV’S #1 NEW SERIES, “NEXT LEVEL CHEF,” FOR SEASON TWO
First Season of NEXT LEVEL CHEF Available on FOX Entertainment’s Streaming Platform, Tubi Hit competition series NEXT LEVEL CHEF has been renewed for a second season, it was announced today by Rob Wade, President, Alternative Entertainment & Specials, FOX Entertainment.…
Gemini tops off Mardi Gras with Gulfport night parade
The Krewe of Gemini will round out the Carnival season on Fat Tuesday with the final parade of the season. And WXXV's own Meggan Gray has been asked to serve as grand marshal of the Gemini's Night Parade on Mardi…