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Nearly $226M to restore open Gulf after 2010 BP oil spill

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Federal agencies have approved nearly $226 million for 18 projects to restore open ocean in the Gulf of Mexico after the 2010 BP oil spill. The projects range from $52.6 million…

Dealing with holiday stress

Holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and celebration, but for so many people they are anything but. Depression occurs any time of the year, but the stress and anxiety during the month of December can cause even…

Fatal accident in Jackson County

State Troopers responded to a two vehicle wreck today on MS 613 at Horace Shumock Road intersection in Jackson County claiming the life of a Moss Point resident. When investigating troopers arrived on scene, it appeared that a 2002 Honda…

Biloxi School District releases statement regarding possible threats

Biloxi schools have received multiple reports this evening concerning a social media threat against Biloxi Schools. School officials immediately began communicating with local law enforcement and provided them with all relevant information. Law enforcement officials visited multiple homes and have…

‘Christmas in the Air’ at the Beau Rivage

The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is inviting you to its Christmas show “Christmas in the Air.” The show includes high-kicking precision Christmas dancers in Broadway-style fashion, special appearances from Santa and his friends, and beautiful decorations from the time…

Soft opening for new Jackson County Animal Shelter

The Jackson County Animal Shelter has gotten a huge upgrade. The Jackson County Animal Shelter held the soft opening for their new facility today. This new area is just the first phase of two more to come for the shelter.…

Biloxi firefighter receives huge award

Everyday firefighters put their life on the line for complete strangers. Recently, many Biloxi firefighters were honored for their heroism, including one who was awarded one of the department’s highest honors. Only three firefighters in the Biloxi Fire Department’s history…

Mobile home kitchen fire in D’Iberville

A family is safe after strong winds contributed to a kitchen fire this afternoon in D’Iberville. The fire took place off Popp’s Ferry Road just after 1 p.m. D’Iberville Fire Chief Gerald Smith said the fire happened on an addition…

Salvation Army City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge

The City of Gulfport is spreading holiday cheer today at the Sam’s Club with the Salvation Army’s ‘City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge.’ All funds raised go right back to the community to help with social services programs. These programs include…

Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon happening this weekend

Thousands of people will make their way to South Mississippi to pound the pavement in this weekend's races, including a marathon and half-marathon on Sunday. The full marathon begins at Henderson point in Pass Christian. The half marathon will take…

MDOT prepares for snow, ice in North Mississippi

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in northern Mississippi as a cold front is bringing a preview of winter. Snow has fallen in several places in the northernmost portions of the state, including in the cities of Batesville…

25 Days of Christmas adoption event

The 25 Days of Christmas adoption event continues to count down. Today, the Humane Society of South Mississippi hit stop number 10 at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. Pets were set up in the bus lobby for folks passing by to see…

Arrested for third degree arson

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 43-year-old Christopher Lee Johns on a charge of third degree arson. The arrest was the result of an investigation into an arson incident reported on December 9th in the 700 block of Howard Ave in which…

‘Blitz to the Superdome’ winner announced

Many of you have been following along and playing the Harrah’s ‘Blitz to the Superdome’ contest. Today, we are announcing our big winner. Congratulations to Jennifer Brickson from Ocean Springs. Jennifer is the winner of two tickets to the Saints…