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Results of April 27 primary runoffs

Here are the results of the primary runoffs in each of the cities that had contested races. The general election in June 8. BILOXI Mayor FoFo Gilich is unopposed. Ward 1 Keith Anderson (R) will face George Lawrence (D) on…

Suspect wanted in drive-by shooting in Gulfport

On April 27, 2021, at approximately 5:01 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the area of Klein Road and New Haven Court, in reference to a shooting. During the course of the investigation, it was discovered that Jason Latrell…

Coast runoff election results

Around the Coast, residents cast their votes in runoff elections. Here are the results: Billy Knight has won the mayoral runoff in the City of Moss with 58% of the votes. He faces Independent Howard Bailey and Republican Richard McBride…

Democratic mayoral runoff in Moss Point

Tonight determines the Democratic mayoral candidate for the City of Moss Point. It comes down to Democratic candidate Billy Knight and Representative Jeramey Anderson. Anderson proposes a ‘Forward Moss Point Plan’ focusing on economic development, housing, public safety, and…

Biden to sign $15 minimum wage for federal contract workers

By JOSH BOAK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - President Joe Biden is preparing to sign an executive order to increase the minimum wage to $15 an hour for federal contractors. Administration officials say the order will provide a pay bump…

Latest updates on Jackson County School District bond campaign

With less than one month to go until the Jackson County School District’s bond election, more information is being released to parents and community stakeholders. School district leaders continue to post updates through social media channels and the district…