Many areas of South Mississippi have seen rain today, but it’s the aftermath of what happens with standing water after the storm passes that poses the most threat when it comes to the West Nile Virus. Harrison County Mosquito Control…
Contractors have been hard at work creating the Mississippi Aquarium in downtown Gulfport. The aquarium will not only bring hundreds of aquatic wonders like alligators, otters, and dolphins to the Coast, but it will also bring economic growth. President and…
The rain may have played a role in a multi-vehicle accident this morning on Interstate 10 westbound between the Ocean Springs and D’Iberville exits. Five vehicles were involved in the accident that blocked the left hand lane. There was rain…
Today the Mississippi House reversed itself and passed a bill to create a state lottery - the same bill it killed a day earlier. The bill will go to Republican Gov. Phil Bryant, who is expected to sign it into…
With time winding down to approve a budget to solve a $14 million shortfall, a budget workshop was held at Pascagoula City Hall to take a step in the right direction. After an audit revealed a $14 million shortfall for…
Something you’ll see at the Edgewater Mall is ongoing construction of the new movie theater. The opening date is still set to be in November before Thanksgiving. The name of the theater is Premier Cinemas and it will have eight…
The 13th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina devastating South Mississippi is just days away. Since 2005 the American Red Cross has hosted the Hurricane Katrina Memorial Blood Drive. This Tuesday and Wednesday, August 28th and 29th, you can head over to…
Mississippi voters will be casting their ballots within the next three months, deciding who will represent them on a local, state, and national level. The November 6th general and special election is still more than two months away, but a…
U.S. senators Roger Wicker, Cindy Hyde-Smith, and Representative Steven Palazzo, announced the award of $6.98 million to the Harrison County School District to complete a roof hardening project at eight schools impacted by Hurricane Katrina. The grant is an extension…
Funky Town took on a new meaning at the second annual Kai’s Give Back Gala on Saturday. Kids from all over the Coast were invited to boogie and disco at the 70’s themed party. All they had to do was…
Anyone who regularly travels the stretch of Highway 90 between the Singing River Bridge and the Pascagoula River High Rise Bridge should expect delays this week. A project has started on that stretch of road where MDOT crews are resurfacing…
Biloxi police need help identifying a man wanted for questioning in reference to a burglary that happened Tuesday. Police say the suspect entered several vehicles and a business near the 2400 block of Pass Road, stealing several items of value.…
The Silver Slipper Casino in Bay St. Louis officially opened their sports book today. Many people filled the sports book, excited for the long-awaited moment of the first officials sport bet at the Silver Slipper. Silver Slipper General Manager John…
A fire broke out at a Grande View apartment today in Biloxi causing damage. The call came in at 11:16 a.m. and Biloxi Fire Department was on the scene with multiple units shortly after. The fire started and was confined…
The Mississippi House has passed its own version of a bill to create a state lottery, but there’s more work to be done. The lottery bill passed the Senate yesterday and the House made several changes to the bill before…
A seven-year-old girl, injured in a bike accident, is recovering today after being struck by a Hancock County sheriff’s K-9 car. Sheriff Ricky Adam released video of the incident today. The footage may be disturbing to some. This incident happened…
The Treasure Bay Sports Book opened this morning. Located on the first floor next to The Den, the new sports book features high-definition TVs and state-of-the-art odds display boards. After placing a bet, guests can order from The Den while…
The Silver Slipper Casino Hotel in Bay St. Louis opened their newest amenity, the Slipper Sports Book today. The Slipper Sports Book will offer guests an opportunity to make wagers on a variety of sports betting events such as college…
Tonight, Keesler Federal Credit Union held its fourth annual First Responder Appreciation Dinner, but this time it was bigger than ever. For the first time, the event was hosted for first responders in all three coastal counties. More than one…
The Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers needs your help and they are now offering an even bigger monetary reward for anyone who helps solve a crime. Crime Stoppers encourages community members to assist local law enforcement in the fight against crime.…
Ocean Springs is ramping up safety and security in new and innovative ways throughout the school system. Superintendent Dr. Bonita Coleman spoke with the Ocean Springs Lions Club today about all of the new safety measures they are taking this…
Mississippi senators have passed a bill to create a state lottery, spending proceeds on state highways for at least 10 years. The Senate voted 30-20 on Thursday to approve Senate Bill 2001. The measure moves to the House for more…
Earlier this week, former Chief Resource Officer of Biloxi School District Paul Cannette received a sentence that called for four years in prison and two years on house arrest. He would be required to pay $10,000 in restitution. Today, he…
A Biloxi man is dead after a motorcycle accident in D’Iberville Wednesday evening. Police responded to the area of Lamey Bridge Road, just south of the Sangani Boulevard and Mallet Road intersections, due to a two vehicle accident. Captain Marty…