$50,000 up for grabs in United Way Nifty 50 Raffle
We could all use an extra 50 grand, couldn’t we? It may sound out of reach, but you may just have a shot at winning the money while helping people right here in our local community. All you have to…
Harrison County
Taco Sombrero celebrates 40 years of business
It is Fiesta time at the Gulf Coast’s favorite spot for speedy and delicious Mexican food, Taco Sombrero, as they celebrate 40 years in business today! It was already a packed house this morning as people lined up to get…
Gulfport High School hosting Hurricane Laura relief drive
Gulfport High School is still hosting a Hurricane Laura Relief Drive for victims in Lake Charles. After Hurricane Laura left its mark, Gulfport High’s Secretary Anna Turner felt obligated to help since both sides of her family live in Lake…
Biloxi City Council approves new CB’S Jamaican Jerk restaurant
Today, the Biloxi City Council approved a new restaurant that will be located on the ground floor of the old Biloxi Public Library. The construction and planning of the new CB’s Jamaican Jerk location will begin in nearly two weeks…
$50,000 up for grabs as part of United Way of South Mississippi's Nifty 50 Raffle
We could all use an extra 50 grand, couldn’t we? It may sound out of reach, but you may just have a shot at winning the money while helping people right in our local community. It’s all hands on deck…
Coast Transit Authority hosting Ride Free Summer Shopper’s Day in Biloxi
This Saturday you can explore Biloxi without having to worry about driving. It will be Free Ride Summer Shopper’s Day in Biloxi. Thanks to the Coast Transit Authority, you can hop on a bus or trolley in Biloxi and ride…
Today is National Register to Vote Day
Today is National Register to Vote Day and time is ticking to make sure you’re registered with just six weeks to go before the November 3rd Presidential Election. The deadline to register to vote by mail and in person is…
Biloxi PD needs help identifying vehicle and occupants
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a vehicle and its occupants. The vehicle was allegedly involved in a number of burglaries in Biloxi and Harrison County in the past two weeks. The Biloxi Police Department…
Rockco to deliver state of Harrison County in virtual meeting
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, Inc. will hold its annual State of the County Address virtually on Wednesday. Connie Rockco, president of the Harrison County Board of Supervisors and District 5 supervisor, will be the keynote speaker for…
Cruisin’ the Coast is less than two weeks away
In just under two weeks, one of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s most popular events is set to begin. Cruisin’ the Coast will kick off its festivities starting Sunday, October 4th. However, due to COVID-19, there has been a few changes…
Storms impact Ship Island Excursions
After many challenges this year, Ship Island Excursions is dealing with another one in the wake of Hurricane Sally. 2020 has once again provided a big hurdle for Ship Island Excursions. Captain Louis Skrmetta said, "I've been doing this for…
Local business makes large donation to CASA of Harrison and Stone Counties
A local business has made a sound investment in our South Mississippi children. CASA of Harrison and Stone Counties just received a very sizable donation of all sorts of goodies for children in CASA’s care. Many of these children are…
Setting the table for Biloxi Community/ Farmer’s Market Festival
They are setting up and setting the table for the Biloxi Community/ Farmer’s Market Festival which is just a few days way and the restart of the Downtown Community Market Festival series put on by Biloxi Main Street and the…
City of Biloxi held annual auction Saturday
Despite the rain Saturday, hundreds showed up to the City of Biloxi’s auction to bid on everything from vehicles to video game consoles. The auction allows the city to legally dispose of surplus and seized assets, as well as giving…
Kiwanis Club provided free meals to first responders
Harrison County First Responders and healthcare workers were treated to breakfast and lunch at the Long Beach Senior Citizens Activity Center this weekend. The Gulf Coast Kiwanis Club took part in sponsoring the event which was a pancake break and…
$15 million approved in restoration projects
Governor Tate Reeves announced the Mississippi Trustee Implementation Group approved of $15 million in restoration projects. After the 2010 Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, the Mississippi Sound and other coastal habitats were left with devastating damage. The Mississippi Department of Environmental…
Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum 35th annual $10,000 drawdown
With COVID-19, fishing for a good cause can be difficult, yet there’s an event going on in Biloxi tomorrow that will surely reel you in. Saturday, it’s the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum’s 35th virtual annual $10,000 drawdown. Due to…
Biloxi PD and Harrison County Sheriff’s Office teaming up for Sally relief efforts
The Biloxi Police Department is teaming up with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office to help our neighbors in Alabama dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Sally. They are asking that residents donate cleaning supplies, food, and drinks at the Harrison…
Family safe after house fire Thursday night on Riverbluff Road in D’Iberville
A family of five is safe after their home caught on fire Thursday night. Around 9 p.m., the D’Iberville Fire Department, along with Biloxi and Harrison County Fire, went to the two story house on Riverbluff Road and found flames…
Mississippi Aquarium reopens after Sally
The Mississippi Aquarium temporarily closed during the threat of Hurricane Sally for nearly three days for the safety of their animals and staff. Due to the potential damage that Sally could have brought, the aquarium’s emergency response team made the…
City of Biloxi putting on an auction
Have you ever wondered what happens to items that are seized by the police? Well, you have the opportunity to find out Saturday at 9 a.m. in Biloxi. There will be over 800 items up for grabs at an auction…
Gulf Ship to add over 200 new jobs in Gulfport
A shipbuilder in Gulfport will soon create more than 200 new jobs to accommodate a new contract. Gulf Ship is a 38 acre shipyard located on Glascock Drive and used for the construction and maintenance of tugboats and platform supply…
Rapid Results: 15 minute return on COVID tests in D’Iberville
The quicker you can get your COVID test results, the more people who will be protected. While some tests take 48 hours or longer to get results, there are some that will let you know in a matter of minutes…
Coast Electric crews leave for Alabama to help with Sally relief efforts
Today, the Coast Electric Power Association crews sent off a 37 member team to Baldwin County, Alabama to restore the lights for Sally victims. The Coast Electric Power Association crews of Harrison, Hancock, and Pearl River counties waved goodbye to…