U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today voted to beat the midnight expiration of the National Flood Insurance Programs, sending a four-month extension to President Trump. The Senate voted 86-12 to extend the NFIP through Nov. 30, 2018. The measure (S.1182)…
The Biloxi Police Department would like your help in identifying two subjects who allegedly stole several items of clothing valued at over $120.00 dollars. The shoplifting took place in the 2600 Block of Beach Blvd. On July 20, 2018, the…
A Gulfport man was arrested after a report of domestic violence. Gulfport police arrested 28-year-old Trent Callahan, charging him with one count of aggravated domestic assault. The victim claims Callahan strangled her until she lost consciousness. Callahan was taken to…
This morning, hundreds of people came together at the Beau Rivage to honor multiple people who have made an impact on the Coast. The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce joined forces with the Hancock, Ocean Springs, and Jackson County…
This Wednesday, August 1st, is an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting will officially begin. Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort will accept their first legal sports wagers. It’ll mark 26 years from when the first casino…
Today an initiative was filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office asking to make medical marijuana accessible to Mississippian’s suffering from debilitating medical conditions. ‘Medical Marijuana 2020’ was filed by a mother whose child suffers from a debilitating disease…
With the general election coming up on November 6th, South Mississippians will have the opportunity to meet Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by long-time U.S. Senator Thad Cochran. It was announced at the Harrison County Republican Women’s…
Today, the City of Gulfport welcomed Petie’s Eats Downtown Café with open arms and big appetites with its grand opening. Homegrown franchise Petie’s Eats Downtown Café opened its third restaurant on the Coast, satisfying customers with their delicious cuisine. “I…
A lot has happened since our state legislature closed its session three months ago such as the green light for Mississippi collecting online sales tax revenue, sports betting as casinos, and more. Could the governor call a special legislative session…
Police in Jackson County are investigating a car accident that left one woman dead. Sheriff’s deputies responded to Fox Ridge Drive in Vancleave shortly after 5 p.m. when they found 56-year-old Ocean Springs resident Lori Duhon inside a gray Toyota…
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino and Gold Strike Casino Resort set to launch legal sports wagering in Mississippi August 1st. -Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and Gold Strike Casino Resort will accept their first legal sports wagers on Wednesday, August…
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport released six sea turtles back into the Gulf Coast waters on Saturday morning after their rehabilitation had been complete in the institute. The sea turtles were released right on the beach next…
Over the weekend, people across the state of Mississippi hit the racks for Tax Free Weekend. People could purchase items such as clothing, shoes, and school and arts supplies that cost $100 or less with no sales tax. This sales…
A tragic accident early Sunday morning killed 55-year-old Ladonna Rich of Lucedale after she was rear-ended by an 18 wheeler on the Pascagoula River Bridge, forcing the car off the bridge and into the water. The accident happened around 7:20…
Tonight, the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast held their biggest fundraiser of the year at the IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi. This year, the theme of the 27th annual Steak and Stake was ‘Blues and Bling.’…
Stores along the Gulf Coast are starting to fill up as the Tax Free Weekend has kicked off and the Gulfport Premium Outlets are no different. Sales are being made. Just in time for back to school shoppers, it’s Tax…
The largest employer in Mississippi, Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, is looking to fill 500 positions by the end of the year. Ingalls has been awarded several contracts to build ships for the U.S. military and is looking for skilled people…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast chapter of Engineers without Borders hosted a fundraising event today. Good music and the sweet smell of barbecue attracted many people heading down Highway 90 looking for a bite to eat. Passerby Marco Kirkland said, “I…
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will release six rare sea turtles at the Courthouse Pier in Gulfport at 10 a.m. tomorrow. There’s no place like home and the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will make sure six Kemp’s Ridley…
With the returning school year getting closer and closer, Orange Grove Urgent Care wants to help parents with getting the kids all set to return to class. Tomorrow they’ll hold a ‘Back to School’ health fair from 9 a.m. until…
The Salvation Army is breaking out the red kettles a few months early as part of its Christmas in July fundraising campaign. Today the red kettles will be out at a number of locations across South Mississippi. The Christmas in…
Dozens of people gathered together this morning at Island View Casino to hear the CEO and Executive Director of the Port of Gulfport Jonathan Daniels give an update on everything going on at the port. The port has been undergoing…
Gulfport police have arrested a man accused of abusing and causing serious head injuries to his two-month-old son. Twenty-nine year-old Shawn Babbitt is charged with felony child abuse, one count of resisting arrest, and one count of disorderly conduct. Thursday,…
It was a packed house tonight at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum, kicking off the Mississippi Gulf Coast Heart Gala. This event helps advance the lifesaving mission of the American Heart Association. All proceeds raised tonight from the gala…