With the possibility of up to eight inches of rain in Harrison County through Monday, the chance of flooding in flood-prone areas has increased. To help with flooding, self-serve sandbag stations are being made available to the public. The locations…
What started out as just a gift to Robert Ramey and Cheli Strumila’s godson of ‘Come to Life Artscape’ is quickly growing into a new phenomenon and it’s only here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Coast Observer and the…
Harrah’s Gulf Coast and Caesar’s Foundation are paving the way for more renovations in the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center. Today, they presented $10,000 to support renovations in the facility's history hotel exhibit. The History Hotel is a hands-on role playing…
Beachgoers here on the Coast aren’t the only ones feeling the effects of the toxic algae bloom. One Biloxi souvenir shop has continued to see a decrease in sales which is believed to be linked to the beach closures. Empty…
Self-serve sand bag locations are now open. Self-serve sand bag stations are available at the following locations: Harrison County Road Department at 11076 Lorraine Road D’Iberville Work Center at 190085 1st Ave. W Lyman Work Center at 15001 County Farm…
A major hazard hit the roads in Jackson County today after nails and screws were reported scattered across Interstate 10 in Pascagoula. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department posted an alert to its Facebook page, urging drivers to take alternate routes…
The hot topic of short-term rentals in the City of Biloxi has died down in recent weeks. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of. The majority of licenses are issued in four condominium complexes: Oak…
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in identifying a subject involved in uttering counterfeit. On June 6th at about 11:15, a white male wearing khaki shorts, tan hat and a black hoodie, entered the business in the 13000…
The Margaritaville expansion project, while still in its early stages, is seeing some progress. When it’s finished, it will look like a whole new property. Recently, the developers of the Margaritaville expansion project brought a master plan amendment to the…
Gulfport police, along with several other agencies, made an arrest in connection with an armed robbery at the Up in Smoke Store on 25th avenue. The robbery occurred on July 3rd. Thirty-nine year-old Kelly Akins of Houston, Texas and 32-year-old…
Margaritaville expansion project would mean a new amusement park, hotel and parking garage.
It is time to help Make-A-Wish with the 15th annual Martini Shakedown. It’s being described as a ‘can’t-miss event’ that’s bigger and better. This year’s event will include a silent auction, food and some of the best martinis and live…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon ‘Halfway to Go’ Party kicked off Monday night at Murky Waters in Gulfport. The event was free and open to the public and included food, drinks, live music, as well as a fun run. The…
The Great Southern Golf Club on Highway 90 has been open since 1908 and they recently filed for bankruptcy. Now, the state’s oldest golf course is attempting to restructure the debt they’ve accumulated since Hurricane Katrina destroyed the property in…
Three Saenger Theaters within driving distance have been renovated, but the one in South Mississippi is dark with a leaky roof and safety hazards. Our media partner, the Sun Herald, reports that millions of dollars have been spent to renovate…
A new non-traditional convention center in East Biloxi is on the mind of the mayor and other city leaders. The East Biloxi Convention Center has been described as a world-class, waterfront, mixed-use convention center and retail project. The city recently…
With the possibility of a named storm making landfall sometime this weekend, Harrison County has begun preparing. The Harrison County Emergency Management Agency is keeping a close eye on the non-tropical system that is making its way into the Gulf.…
What started as a controlled burn in Harrison County ended up igniting and destroying a workshop this morning. According to Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan, the fire was reported around 8:30 today. Embers from a brush pile being burned landed on…
Biloxi police needs help in identifying an alleged larceny suspect. The suspect stole a cell phone valued at about $500 at the IP Casino on June 10th. The suspect is described as a white male wearing a white baseball cap,…
Car enthusiasts of all kinds gathered at a historical site this weekend to showcase their rides. The second annual Beauvoir Coastfest Car Show was held on Saturday. Cars and trucks of all ages lined the trees on Beauvoir’s property for…
Independence Day may be over, but that didn’t stop people from enjoying some weekend fireworks. The Scarlet Pearl and IP Casino teamed up to present the Back Bay Fireworks Show on Saturday night. Fireworks placed on three barges set up…
People on the Coast favored the U.S. Women’s National Team when it came to betting on the World Cup Championship game. Betting for the championship game opened shortly after the U.S. defeated England in the semifinal round on July 2nd…
It’s a celebration fit for a queen -- or more like two princesses. Tonight, the Pink Heart Funds organization honors two brave sisters as they embarked on the journey of their lives, battling bone cancer. Thirteen-year-old step-sisters Natalie Harvey and…
Many people are mourning the loss of former Gulfport High football player Zae Crain, but his mother has been hit with tragedy twice within a few days. Zae’s mother, Latoya, lost her son and her brother within the same week.…