BJ Sellers sworn in as Gulfport Ward 5 Councilman
The newest member of the Gulfport City Council was officially sworn in at Tuesday afternoon’s council meeting. BJ Sellers will serve the remainder of the current council…
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New councilman appointed to Ward 3 in Pascagoula
A new councilman has been appointed for Ward 3 in Pascagoula. Rick Merrill will now fill the vacant seat left by former Councilman Johnny Walker, who died last…
Louisiana man arrested in Bay St. Louis for simple assault on law enforcement officers, other charges
A Louisiana man was arrested in Bay St. Louis on multiple charges, including simple assault on a law enforcement officer. Forty-five-year-old Johnnie Viola III was arrested by Bay St. Louis PD and charged with disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, public intoxication,…
Two teenagers, woman arrested in relation to shooting in Gulfport
Three people have been arrested in regards to a shooting in Gulfport on Tuesday. The Gulfport Police Department arrested a 14-year-old and a 17-year-old are charged them with five counts of aggravated assault and one count of tampering with physical…
Hanshaw Road bridge in Ocean Springs to close to thru traffic
Ocean Springs, MS – Starting on March 5, 2025, Hanshaw Road Bridge will be closed to thru traffic from U.S. 90 to Old Spanish Trail until further notice. Monday March 3, 2025, the City of Ocean Springs received a Bridge…
Krewe of Nereids delights paradegoers in Waveland
Earlier Fat Tuesday morning, the Krewe of Nereids made its way down Highway 90 in Waveland. It was rescheduled to Mardi Gras Day due to weather conditions and they…
Krewe of Real People Parade in Bay St. Louis
Krewe of Real People holds their annual Mardi Gras parade in the heart of Bay St. Louis.
City of Long Beach moves forward with inner bulkhead wall project
Long Beach, MS, March 4, 2025– The City of Long Beach is advancing with the Inner Bulkhead Wall Project, following the official bid opening on February 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. This critical infrastructure project will enhance the stability and…
Robert Clark, Mississippi’s first Black lawmaker after Civil Rights era, dies at 96
Mississippi’s first Black lawmaker of the 20th century died Tuesday. Robert G. Clark's son and successor, state Rep. Bryant Clark, said his father died at home in Holmes County. Robert Clark was a teacher and coach before he won a…
Mississippi Power prepared to respond to potential severe weather in the area
Mississippi Power’s storm center has been actively monitoring the potential for severe weather and is prepared to respond as the system moves through the service area. Storm directors have met and the company has plans in place to meet customers’…
Suspect wanted for assault on a vulnerable adult in Gautier
The Gautier Police Department is looking for a suspect who is wanted for assaulting a vulnerable adult. According to the department, surveillance footage of the incident at a local bowling alley reveals a scene involving a man, later identified as…
Picayune woman killed in single vehicle crash in Pearl River County
A Picayune woman is dead after a fatal crash in Pearl River County. On Monday, March 3rd, the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Interstate 59 in Pearl River County. A 2004 Chevrolet Silverado driven by 64-year-old…
Pascagoula City Council set to appoint new councilmember
The Pascagoula City Council is set to appoint a new member this week to fill the vacancy from Ward 3 Councilman Johnny Walker’s death last month. It’s happening…
Shelters opening in anticipation of potential severe weather
Due to the increased possibility of severe weather this afternoon and overnight, saferooms are opening across cities in South Mississippi. Due to forecast inclement weather this afternoon and evening; All three community saferooms in Pearl River County will open at…
17-year-old charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling in Gulfport
A 17-year-old has been arrested in Gulfport and charged with shooting into an occupied dwelling. On February 16th, an unknown person discharged a firearm, striking a house in the 20th block of 47th street. Through the course of the investigation,…
Governor Tate Reeves declares March as Mississippi Wildfire Prevention Month
March has been declared Mississippi Wildfire Prevention Month. Governor Tate Reeves signed the proclamation to highlight the critical role early Mississippians have in safeguarding forests. The month was chosen as it sees an increase in wildfire incidents due to dry…
Spencer Flatgard with Ballot Access Mississippi speaks on ballot initiatives in the state
Mississippians have the right to petition government and put issues on the ballot to vote on. The ballot initiative was taken away in…
County fire crews battle brush fires over the weekend
Fire crews in Jackson and Harrison counties were busying battling small brush and woods fires this weekend. Fire officials urge caution when it comes to burning things…
Biloxi Fire Chief shares safety and parking tips for Mardi Gras parades
Biloxi Fire Chief Nicholaus Geiser shares safety and parking tips for Mardi Gras parades. For more information, click here.
Fat Tuesday 2025 schedule changes in anticipation of potential severe weather
In anticipation of potential severe weather on Fat Tuesday, Mardi Gras Krewes in South Mississippi are readjusting their parade schedules. The Krewe of Nereids will now roll at 9:30 a.m. in Waveland. The route is the same, but the fun…
Meggan Monday: Looking ahead to Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday
We’re coming off a big weekend of parades across South Mississippi and we have a busy week to come as we participate in the revelry of…
MEMA announces launch of new MEMA website
PEARL, Miss. (MEMA) - The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is launching a new and improved MEMA website, msema.org. The updated site offers a sleek, modern design, improved functionality, and a user-friendly experience tailored to serve Mississippians and visitors better. Designed with both the…
Noise Alert: National Guard Base Gulfport CRTC hosting training exercise
Gulfport, Miss. – The Air National Guard is hosting a training exercise. Residents expect to hear loud noise due to air and ground combat training exercise being conducted on and around the Gulfport Combat Readiness Training Center from 2-9 March…
Pass Christian Fire Department investigating Sunday morning structure fire near Menge Avenue
At around 10:30 on Sunday morning, first responders were called to a structure fire in Pass Christian. Pass Christian Fire Department and a Harrison County fire engine responded to the fire near the corner of Menge Avenue and East Second…