Harrison County

‘She Said’ Festival happening at B’Lux this Saturday

There’s a festival happening in Biloxi this Saturday benefiting victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. It’s called the ‘She Said Fest’ and it’ll be taking place at B’Lux on I’berville Drive in Biloxi. All proceeds will…

Libertarian Party of South Mississippi meets monthly

The Libertarian Party in Mississippi is growing. The party’s principles can be best summed up as living your life the way you see fit as long as you don’t infringe on another individual’s rights to do the…

Arrested for armed robbery in Gulfport

Two suspects are now in custody following an armed robbery on O’Neal Road in Gulfport Monday. Police say 19-year-old Hollis Grayer and 23-year-old Jaylon Grayer robbed a victim at gunpoint and then fled the scene. Jaylon Grayer…

Crossroads Elementary celebrates Kyleigh Ward

It’s a story that’s touched the hearts of many here in South Mississippi as one school community came together this week to celebrate a special student. Six-year-old Kyleigh Ward is a local kindergartener fighting a mighty battle.…

Bicyclist struck on Highway 49 near Highway 67

A multi-vehicle wreck involving a bicyclist happened on Highway 49 near Highway 67 on the Harrison County-Stone County line. According to Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan, the person riding the bike was struck by one of the vehicles. The…

Remembering Fallen Deputy Earl Wesley Phillips

This morning, law enforcement officers, friends, and family attended the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department’s Fallen Officer Ceremony. Bagpipes whistled, prayers were told, and the over 20 years of service Deputy Earl Wesley Phillips devoted to the Harrison…

Mississippi Power holds pre-storm hurricane meeting

As Hurricane Preparedness Week is underway, Mississippi Power held their pre-storm hurricane meeting today. The company came together to discuss storm plans and prepare for potential power outages. Storm and EMA directors were able to get familiar…

Iconic Facce pleads guilty to bank robbery in Gulfport

District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced that Iconic Facce pled guilty yesterday to two indicted counts of robbery. The indictment arose out of the March 22, 2019, robbery of BancorpSouth located on Cowan Road in Gulfport. The case was set…

MSU hosting floral design kid camp

School is almost out for summer. Are you looking for a kid camp that will help them grow? Mississippi State University is hosting their floral design summer camp in Biloxi on June 22nd. This camp provides…

Restore Act funding for Point Cadet Marina

The City of Biloxi is reacting to news that federal funding will go towards upgrades at the city’s Point Cadet Marina. $3.29 million in Restore Act money will be invested into the marina for things like…

Hurricane Preparedness Week starts today

It’s going to be an active hurricane season according to Harrison County EMA Director Matt Stratton. It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week and here are a few tips to keep you and your families safe ahead of the…

One suspect captured in Gulfport armed robbery

On May 10, 2021, at approximately 10:05 a.m., officers of the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 15000 block of O’Neal Road in reference to an Armed Robbery. Through the course of the investigation, it was determined that 19-year-old Hollis…

Shuck Cancer Bike Ride in Downtown Biloxi

Bicyclists from across the Coast hopped on their bikes and road around Downtown Biloxi this evening to benefit local cancer patients. As a part of the American Cancer Society’s Shuck Cancer Fundraising Event, Shucker of the year honoree Bobby Gillon…

Eighth annual Mother’s Day Cookout for Seniors in Biloxi

Mother’s Day weekend is starting early here on the Coast. Earlier today in Biloxi, Woolmarket Senior Center and St. Joseph’s Hospice hosted their eighth annual Mother’s Day Cookout. Last year, the event was canceled due to COVID,…