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Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament begins tomorrow

Anglers are making their final preparations for this year’s Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament set to begin tomorrow. The captain’s party will take place from 5 until 9 tonight at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi and then participants will have…

Sports betting begins in Mississippi

It’s an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting officially began in Biloxi and Tunica. From rolling dice to opening sports books, Mississippi hit the jackpot when sports betting was legalized in licensed casinos across the state. Mississippi Hotel…

Long Beach School District vote on upgrade to high school

Tomorrow, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District will vote on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. It’s time to vote yes or no for the $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach…

Back to School Haircuts

The first day of school is right around the corner. That means parents and students are not only looking for school supplies and new clothes, but also fresh haircuts to start the new school year off feeling good. Salon Bellator…

Police practice school safety in Pascagoula

Students will head back to school soon and one local high school is taking extra measures for its students and faculty. Pascagoula police surrounded Pascagoula High School Wednesday morning preparing for the worst, but thankfully this time bulletproof vests and…

Wanted for credit card fraud

Biloxi police are asking for help in locating two suspects wanted for credit card fraud. This incident occurred in early July when the suspects used a stolen credit card at a store on Beach Boulevard. They fled the scene in…

Wanted for attempted theft

Biloxi police are asking for help in locating an unknown man who attempted to steal a motorcycle seat and damaged the property. This suspect is described as a white male riding a yellowish motorcycle, possibly a Harley Davidson, and wearing…

High speed internet in Mississippi

Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Sam Britton is calling for high-speed internet to reach residents in all parts of the state. Britton said in a statement Tuesday that Mississippi is ranked 49th in connectivity and that nearly 30 percent of the…

Sports betting officially begins on the Coast

Sports betting has officially begun in Mississippi casinos. MGM’s Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort are accepting their first legal sports wagers. It marks 26 years from when the first casino bet was made at the Isle of Capri…

Blood drive hosted by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

As the summer begins to wind down, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center hosted a blood drive in Gulfport. The summer months are the hardest months for the Blood Center to get blood. They are the most crucial because school is…

Lightning causes fire at Ingalls Avenue Baptist Church

Lightning struck a church this morning in Pascagoula, causing it to catch fire. According to the Pascagoula Fire Department, around 9:30 this morning, neighbors told officials that a lightning strike hit the steeple of Ingalls Avenue Baptist Church. No injuries…

Hyde-Smith votes to extend National Flood Insurance Program

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)…

Wanted for shoplifting

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…

Aggravated domestic assault arrest

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…

2018 One Coast Awards

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…

Sports betting officially begins Wednesday

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…

New push for medical marijuana

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…

Meet Republican Senate candidates

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…

Petie’s Eats Downtown Café opens in Gulfport

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…

Fatal accident in Vancleave

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…