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D’Iberville Deputy Chief Walter Keck passes away

Today, D’Iberville Chief of Police Wayne Payne announced the passing of Deputy Chief Walter Keck. Deputy Chief Keck passed away this morning around 1:30 at Ocean Springs Medical Center after losing a long struggle with medical issues. Deputy Chief Keck,…

Primary runoffs take place on Tuesday

Tomorrow, voters in Mississippi will make their final selections in a pair of party primary runoffs before general elections take place this November. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m., but low voter turnout during primary elections…

Scrapin’ the Coast wraps up

The 16th annual Scrapin’ the Coast has come and gone. “I’ve never even seen some vehicles this nice. It’s amazing. I’m just glad to be a part of it. You’re going to see the most awesome vehicles in the world.…

Charged in connection with Moss Point shooting

A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that sent a woman to the hospital yesterday in Moss Point. Twenty-four year-old Korey Williams was arrested and charged with aggravated assault, shooting into a dwelling, and domestic violence. Williams…

Veteran blames Biloxi VA for health complications

A Marine Corps veteran says his life will never be the same because of a misdiagnosis made back in 2010 by the Biloxi VA. “We went from having a good life to struggling.” Dialysis five days a week, an amputated…

Gala for the Kids

“The lion, the kids, and the wardrobe” was the theme for the 13th annual Gala for the Kids fundraiser at the Beau Rivage. The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi and Ocean Springs is a 501 nonprofit organization that strives to fulfill…

Fee waived for pet adoptions at HSSM

If you are looking for a new best friend just in time for the Fourth of July weekend, look no further than the Humane Society of South Mississippi. From June 26th to July 3rd, the Humane Society is teaming up…

Scrapin’ the Coast

They’re cranking it up for the 16th annual Scrapin’ the Coast as low riders and other custom made vehicles make their way and park here in South Mississippi. Car enthusiasts from down the road to out of state are rolling…

Gulf Coast Gator Ranch and Tours

Alligator safety is something that seldom crosses our minds. Tim Parker works in the wild as a boat captain and tour guide at Gulf Coast Gator Ranch and Tours in Moss Point. While some may say he puts his life…

Beauvoir selects new executive director

Beauvoir announced today a new executive director has been chosen by the board. Stephen McKinney, a graduate of Auburn University, will take over the reigns as the newest executive director. McKinney comes to Beauvoir with more than a decades’ worth…

Auto burglary arrests in Gautier

Officers Allen Weaver and James Parker, with the Gautier Police Department, were called to Springridge Road at 4:37 a.m. this morning, in reference to an Auto Burglary. While responding, the officers were able to identify and subsequently arrest two suspects,…

Scrapin’ the Coast kicks off today

The 16th annual Scrapin’ the Coast event is set to start today at the Coast Coliseum.  It’s not too late to get in on the action. Pre-registration is over online, but you can still register your hot rod at the…

Fatal plane crash in Hancock County

A Hancock County man is dead after a single-engine plane he was flying crashed Friday morning. The Cessna took off from Diamondhead Airport and crashed around 7 a.m. into the woods just north of I-10 near Mile Marker 16. Officials…

Third annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet

Tonight, the Hancock County community came together to honor our men and woman in blue at the Bay St. Louis Community Center. This is the third annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet put on by the Waveland Community Unity Organization. This…

Miami inspired lounge opens at the Hard Rock

A little piece of Miami now resides in Biloxi with the debut of a new Miami inspired bar and lounge. Tonight, a VIP sneak peek opening party was held at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino. Excitement and anticipation filled…

Disability Connection Resource Fair

Veterans, youngsters, and those with disabilities, people from all walks of life picked up some valuable information and contacts at the Community Resource Fair at Edgewater Mall. Loneliness is the greatest disability and if we support the weakest of our…

Sports betting approved in Mississippi

Today, sports betting became legal in the state of Mississippi. This morning, the Mississippi Gaming Commission approved sport betting regulations. This will allow people to place bets legally on professional and some amateur sporting events for the first time. Under…

Island View Casino expansion opens

As of today, doors are officially open on the new beach front casino expansion at Island View in Gulfport. Gulfport’s only casino upped the ante Thursday as Island View owners, Terry Green and Rick Carter, cut the ribbon on the…

Fatal accident on I-10 near Diamondhead

A Florida woman has died and a man is arrested and charged after a wreck on Interstate 10 westbound near Diamondhead. The accident occurred around 10 a.m. when a procession of family members was headed to Louisiana to go to…

Fourth annual Senior Summer Barbecue

Seniors from all over South Mississippi came out to enjoy the beautiful weather today at Jones Park in Gulfport for the 4th annual Senior Summer Barbecue. The seniors worked up an appetite by walking laps around Jones Park for Mississippi…

Senior Matters: stretch and strengthening class

Many senior citizens have joint problems, whether it is arthritis or otherwise so it is crucial to minimize stress on these joints by moving them. Stretch class participant Gloris Peterson said, “When you come in new, they make you feel…

Fatal train vs. car collision in Gulfport

A Gulfport man has died after the truck he was driving was struck by a train this morning. Just around 8 a.m., 81-year-old Thomas Baker was driving his truck at the railroad crossing on Texas Avenue when he collided with…

Amber Alert cancelled

The early morning Amber Alert issued for a five-year-old girl of Clay County has been cancelled. According to officials, Baylee Elizabeth Emison has been located safe and sound. The woman she was last seen in custody with, Martha Ann Poss,…