Harrison County

Veteran Town Hall Tuesday in Biloxi

Veterans, it is time to make your voices heard at the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System’s town hall. This town hall gives local veterans an opportunity to voice their concerns and receive some information about the services they have…

New printer to assist in road signs in Harrison County

From stop signs to speed limit and road work signs, drivers utilize and pass road signs every day. Harrison County has about 800 miles of roads with nearly 2,000 road signs and maintaining them comes with a hefty price. That’s…

North Gulfport Middle School Expansion Project update

There has been some recent progress on the $7.3 million North Gulfport Middle School expansion project. This is a part of the $55 million bond with the Harrison County School District. Phase one is underway, as construction is taking shape…

First Quilts of Valor Awards Ceremony

A new group on the Coast recognized local veterans with a keepsake that will last a lifetime. The Gulf Coast Chapter of the Quilts of Valor Foundation presented five quilts to five veterans at VFW Post 6731 in D’Iberville this…

Long Beach Night Parade

The City of Long Beach had its turn taking part in the Mardi Gras festivities and did so in style. Residents packed the streets of Downtown Long Beach Saturday night to get a glimpse of the floats, music, and action…

Annual Children’s Walking Parade in Biloxi

The kids reigned over Biloxi Saturday morning during a parade made just for them. Families and groups decorated their wagons and put on their best carnival costumes for the annual Biloxi Children’s Walking Parade. Parade-goers lined Howard Avenue and Lameuse…

Arrested for domestic violence aggravated assault

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 37-year-old Brandon Lee Walker of Biloxi on a warrant for domestic violence aggravated assault. The warrant was issued as the result of an investigation into an alleged domestic assault that was reported on in the…

Valentine’s Day Flower Frenzy

Flower shops across the Coast were in a frenzy today. Florists rolled up their sleeves at the Lemon Tree Flower Shop today to make sure all their customers got everything they needed to have a special Valentine’s Day. With orders…

Monster Jam returns to Biloxi

Looking to get your heart racing this weekend with the unexpected? Well, you can head on over to Biloxi for the Monster Jam. It’s sure to be an action packed, full throttle show as Monster Jam returns to the Coast…

Feeding the Gulf Coast is expanding

Feeding the Gulf Coast’s Gulfport location is growing thanks to the help of Wells Fargo. Today Wells Fargo presented a $20,000 check to Feeding the Gulf Coast. This donation will support the nonprofit's capacity expansion efforts of their over 14,000…

Biloxi Police Arrest Man for Auto Burglary

The Biloxi Police Department arrested a man on a warrant for auto burglary on Thursday. According to police, the warrant for 23-year-old Marlyn Fields of Vancleave was issued as the result of an investigation into an alleged auto burglary reported…

Soul of the Coast: Biloxi Beach Wade-Ins

As Black History Month marches on we continue to honor the struggles, sacrifices, and achievements African-Americans nationwide made to ensure equal rights for all. Here on the Coast we continue to shine a light on those who have made a…

‘Hairspray’ debuts at Gulfport High

You can’t stop the beat over at Gulfport High School this weekend. Over 60 students are putting their singing, dancing, and acting skills to the test as they debut “Hairspray: the Musical” tonight. This is the first time the school…

Gulf Coast Winter Classics kicks off

Equestrians from across the country are on the Coast for a competition that’s become tradition for many. For seven full weeks competitors will head to courses at the Harrison County Fairgrounds to test their equestrian skills. Tom Brennan of northern…

Adding art to Downtown Biloxi

Biloxi just got a little bit more ‘Instagram-able’ with the addition of ten new art murals. Biloxi Main Street is adding art to its historic downtown with picture perfect art murals on the sides of buildings. Not only is the…

Self-defense with Jiu Jitsu

According to thehotline.org, on average 24 people per minute are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the United States. With these numbers being so high, it’s a good idea to know how to protect…

Newly renovated teen center for Boys and Girls Club

It’s exciting news for the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast. Today they unveiled their newly renovated teen center. The Boys and Girls of the Gulf Coast received a $20,000 facelift. Aaron’s Regional Manager Jason Lykins said, “Monday…

St. Alphonsus Catholic students donate to save homeless pets

Sixth grade students from St. Alphonsus Catholic School have been counting pennies to make a difference. The Jackson County Animal Shelter helps homeless animals each day, but sometimes they need our help. That’s where the sixth grade students from St.…