Low turnout at Singing River vaccine event
Singing River Health System has been taking COVID-19 vaccinations on the road this summer to help increase the community’s vaccination rates and stop COVID-19 from claiming more lives. Today,…
Harrison County
Gulfport man pleads guilty to armed robbery
Gulfport, Miss – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced that, 20-year-old Jayveon Leontae Palmore, of Gulfport, MS, pled guilty earlier this week to Armed Robbery. Circuit Court Judge Randi Mueller sentenced Palmore to 20 years, suspended 10 years, leaving 10…
Habitual felon convicted of unlawful possession of a firearm
Gulfport, Miss. – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced that Quentin Martel Winters, Sr., 33, of Gulfport, pled guilty earlier this week to one count of Unlawful Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon. Circuit Court Judge Randi Mueller…
Standoff ends after Biloxi shooting suspect found dead inside home
Just before 4 p.m., police confirmed Anthony Little was found dead inside the home on Strangi Avenue by Biloxi SWAT. “I think it’s sad. I think…
Blackstart Exercise testing ‘Microgrid’ project at the Naval Construction Battalion Center
During Hurricane Zeta last year, the Naval Construction Battalion Center was plunged into darkness as the base lost power in the middle of the night.…
Biloxi Police confirm shooting suspect found dead inside home after 24 hour standoff
Police confirmed Anthony Little was found dead inside the home on Strangi Avenue by Biloxi SWAT. Yesterday, around 4 p.m., Little allegedly shot an…
Seafood industry is the focus of USM professor’s new book
Earlier this evening, many gathered at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum for the launch of Dr. Deanne Stephens’ book “The Mississippi Gulf Coast Seafood Industry:…
Man arrested in connection with fatal Lorraine Road hit and run
On May 29, 2021, at approximately 1:05 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to a hit and run in the area of Lorraine Road and Intraplex Parkway. Upon arrival, officers observed two victims, a male, later identified as Jason Stone,…
2021 Shrimp Season begins today
Shrimp season is finally here. After a couple weeks of delay, the DMR announced last week that shrimp season would open today. Last year, shrimp processors were shut down due to…
New executive director takes over at the Port of Gulfport
With just over a week on the job under his belt, Port of Gulfport’s new Executive Director Jon Nass is settling in and getting to work…
Neighbors react to 24-hour long standoff between Biloxi PD and shooting suspect
The standoff in Biloxi had neighbors worried for their safety as the situation unfolded. The situation stemmed yesterday after 54-year-old Anthony Little allegedly shot…
Memorial Offers COVID-19 Vaccinations at Henry Beck Park on Saturday, June 19
June 10, 2021 (GULFPORT, Miss.) — Memorial will be distributing Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations on Saturday, June 19, at Henry Beck Park (683 Division St., Biloxi) from 1 to 4 p.m. Appointments are preferred, and walk-ups are welcome. The vaccination event…
Remembering Keli Mornay
Sunday morning around 3:45 a.m., Biloxi Police responded to a 911 call on South Shore Drive for a domestic related incident. Once on scene, officers found 34-year-old Keli Mornay and 44-year-old Byrain Johnson…
Man wanted in connection with D'Iberville shooting charged with aggravated assault
Kendall Jackson turned himself in at the D'Iberville Police Department. He will be transported to the Harrison County Adult Detention Center and booked on a bond of $200,000 set by Judge Fountain for the Aggravated Assault. Captain Marty Griffin said…
14th annual Grillin’ on the Green Festival Saturday in Biloxi
Biloxi Main Street District will host their 14th annual Grillin’ on the Green Festival this Saturday. The festival will feature live entertainment, games, shopping, and barbeque.…
Mayor Billy Hewes discusses upcoming plans for City of Gulfport
After being elected to his third term as mayor of Gulfport, claiming nearly 64% of the vote in yesterday’s municipal general election, Mayor Billy Hewes…
Biloxi PD investigating shooting near Westwick Apartments in Biloxi
Biloxi Police are currently investigating reports of a shooting near Westwick Apartments. Biloxi PD Public Information Officer Brian Dykes tells News 25 that a suspect fled inside of a Biloxi home on Strangi Avenue, alone, and Biloxi PD is negotiating…
Billy Hewes wins Gulfport Mayoral Race
In Gulfport there were four contested races on the ballot, one of which was the mayoral race. Incumbent Mayor Billy Hewes will be serving his third term as mayor…
One arrested and charged in connection with D'Iberville shooting
Today, Wednesday, June 09, 2021, Chief Wayne Payne announces the arrest of 17 year old Dominick Keewin Grindle, from Biloxi, on the charge of Aggravated Assault. Captain Marty Griffin said at approximately 4:30 P.M., officers responded to the 600 block…
Jim Rafferty wins Pass Christian mayoral race
Tuesday polls opened across the Coast for municipal general elections and multiple cities elected new leaders. Rafferty says he has spent his entire career in the human resources field…
Two arrested in connection with fatal Lorraine Road hit and run
On June 8, 2021, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 25-year-old Taylor Marie Habina and charged her with one count of Leaving the Scene of an Accident Causing Death. Habina’s bond was set at $75,000. On June 9, 2021, the Gulfport…
Audubon Mississippi unveils Coastal Bird Storyboard Trail
While beachgoers are out enjoying their Memorial Day Weekend, they may spot something new along the shores. Audubon Mississippi cut the ribbon on a new Coastal Bird Storyboard sign along Beach Boulevard in Harrison County. The signs…
92nd annual Blessing of the Fleet happening this weekend
A Biloxi event steeped in tradition and history returns this weekend for its 92nd edition. Saturday and Sunday will be packed with different events as part of the celebration this year. Saturday at 4 p.m. will be…
Harrison County Sand Beach Authority cleaning up seaweed
As Memorial Day Weekend kicks off, crowds are expected to get out and enjoy our Gulf Coast beaches. So, when a large amount of seaweed washed up on Biloxi beaches, Harrison County Sand Beach Authority got to…
