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MGCCC students get hands-on experience

This morning, paramedic and emergency medical technology students from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jefferson Davis campus got a taste of the real world. The Rescue 5 Air Ambulance from Gulfport landed on campus and gave students a chance to…

14th Street Block Party in Gulfport

New businesses in downtown Gulfport are getting a warm welcome this afternoon. The Gulfport Main Street Association is hosting the second 14th Street Block Party. The free event is this afternoon from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. in order to celebrate…

West Biloxi Boardwalk ribbon cutting

Phase one of the West Biloxi Boardwalk is open to the public and is a cause for celebration. The boardwalk helps the public and tourists engage with the beach and waterfront at the same time. It also serves as an…

Wanted in connection with assault

The Biloxi Police are requesting your assistance with identifying two people wanted for questioning in an assault that occurred on December 3rd. The incident occurred at the South West parking lot of the Ms. Gulf Coast Coliseum after a concert…

Christmas tree shortage

Many areas across the U.S. are seeing a shortage of Christmas trees this season. Just like Clark Griswold in ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ we’re all hoping to find that perfect Christmas tree, but with this year’s shortage of trees across…

Community toy drive at the Child Advocacy Center

The holidays are a stressful time of year for many families, but to make sure no child is empty-handed on Christmas morning one local nonprofit is asking the community to donate toys. It might not be Santa’s Workshop, but one…

West Harrison High student receives musical honor

Gabe Trotter, a West Harrison High School junior, is quite the trumpet player and now has a unique opportunity. Gabe Trotter has studied the trumpet for six and a half years and now those performed notes are taking him to…

Ocean Springs wins in court to fly state flag

A federal appeals court will not revive a lawsuit that tried to block Ocean Springs from flying the state flag that includes the confederate battle emblem. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a district judge’s decision that…

Coat Drive in Gulfport

Amanda and Associates at Coastal Realty Group are asking for the public’s help to make sure no children go cold this winter. They are hosting a coat drive for the Gulfport School District. People can drop off coats anytime today…

Kiwanis Club Pancake Day

Until 7 p.m. in Gulfport, you can eat pancakes for a good cause! The 63rd annual Gulfport Kiwanis Club Pancake Day is taking over the First United Methodist Church. You can get a plate of three to four hot pancakes…

Cold Weather shelters open

Temperatures are expected to dip into freezing tonight and for those looking for a warm place to stay there are a few shelters opening their doors in Harrison County. The Salvation Army Area Command Headquarters in Gulfport will open at…

Aggravated assault arrest

D’Iberville police arrested 34-year-old Lon Preston Jr. of Biloxi for aggravated assault. Captain Marty Griffin said police responded to a reported shooting at Rudy Moran Park Monday night. There, officers located 37-year-old Joshua Smith with a single gunshot wound to…

Wanted for armed robbery

Waveland police need help identifying this male suspect who is wanted for armed robbery. The incident occurred on November 29th at approximately 3:45 p.m. at the Approved Cash that is located at 222 Highway 90. An unknown black male entered…

Incumbent Mike Smith wins Waveland mayoral election

The results are in for the Waveland mayoral election. Incumbent Mike Smith is re-elected as the Waveland mayor. He led the race with 738 votes. Jay Trapani had 472 votes and Tommy Longo won 99 votes. Mayor Smith tells News…

Local family hopes to rebuild after house fire

Many of us counted our blessings this Thanksgiving and are already preparing for Christmas, but a Poplarville family of seven won’t be celebrating the holidays at their home after a fire destroyed all of their belongings Thanksgiving night. Shalyn and…

Photographing minors in violation of privacy

A Gulfport man will spend 15 years in prison for photographing three young girls in violation of their privacy. Thirty-one year-old Travis McMurray was sentenced to 30 years behind bars with 15 suspended after confessing to taking photos of young…

Highway 90 at Caillavet to close at Midnight

Overpass work near the Beau Rivage will cause Highway 90 at Caillavet Street to close at Midnight. The pedestrian walkway between Beau Rivage and the employee parking garage will be hoisted into place tonight. Biloxi police will also close HWY…

Waveland City Election

Today, Waveland residents cast their votes for mayor and alderman seats. Voters were out in full force for the mayoral and alderman election in Waveland. Every voter had their own opinion on who to vote for, though most could agree…

Body found in Gulfport

This afternoon behind the Dollar General on Creosote Road east of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport an adult male body was found. His family reported him missing yesterday and we’re told that this was the last known location he was…

2018 Boston Marathon winner comes to Mississippi

Runners from 40 states and five countries will take to the pavement this weekend as the 2018 Gulf Coast Marathon gets underway. Marathon officials have announced Des Linden, the 2018 winner of the Boston Marathon, will join runners on race…

Pre-legislative briefing in Biloxi

This morning, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual Pre-Legislative Briefing at the Golden Nugget Casino in Biloxi. Representatives David Baria and Greg Haney, joined by Senators Michael Watson and Joel Carter, answered questions about the upcoming…

Waveland votes for mayor today

Election season may be over for most of South Mississippi, but one very important vote is on the ballot for Waveland today. Waveland residents have three choices for mayor: incumbent Mike Smith, Jay Trapani, and Tommy Longo. Current Waveland Mayor…

West Biloxi Boardwalk History

Residents and tourists can expect the West Biloxi Boardwalk to be an outdoor classroom on the Coast. The West Biloxi Boardwalk has been in the works for quite some time. Now, with a tidelands grant from the secretary of state,…