Another employee tested positive for the Coronavirus at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, making the total now at eight. The first case of COVID-19 at Ingalls Shipbuilding was announced more than a week ago. Ingalls released a statement saying employees have…
As of today, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 39 cases of Coronavirus in Jackson County, including that of a Singing River Health System physician. Healthcare workers on the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic are continuously working to…
Following a meeting with the Board of Alderman on Friday, the City of Moss Point has issued a curfew and shelter-in-place order that is now in effect. Mayor Mario King says the city-wide curfew runs from 11 p.m. to 6…
Three more employees tested positive for the Coronavirus at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, making the total there now at seven. The first case of COVID-19 at Ingalls was announced March 22nd. All shipbuilders who worked near these individuals or those…
Don't forget about our shelter pets that are in need of loving forever homes especially during a time like this. Today's pet of the day is from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Niobi is a male medium size Terrier mix…
A physician at Singing River Health System has tested positive for coronavirus, the hospital confirmed. Sun Herald reporter Mary Perez first reported the news on SunHerald.com. SRHS CEO Lee Bond told the Sun Herald that the doctor is over age…
In light of the pandemic, we're trying to shed some light on our homeless pets that are in need of a family especially during a time like this. Today's pet of the day is from the Jackson County animal shelter.…
Singing River Health System has tested 418 individuals for COVID-19 from the beginning of this outbreak through the end-of-day, Wednesday. SRHS providers have taken more than 4,000 calls on the Singing River Coronavirus Hotline since they started tracking the calls,…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — A second employee has tested positive for the novel coronavirus at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula. The first case of COVID-19 at Ingalls Shipbuilding was announced Sunday night. According to a statement from Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian…
In a continued effort to protect the community, Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson adopts the Mississippi health department's guideline. Mayor Shea Dobson and the board of aldermen voted Saturday to direct all residents to stay home, except to get food…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) The City of Ocean Springs is asking all residents to stay home except for essential needs. Mayor Shea Dobson and the Board of Aldermen voted unanimously on Saturday to pass the “Proclamation to Protect Life and…
In Jackson County, there are currently no restrictions or plans to close down beaches at this time. County Administrator Brian Fulton says officials monitored the beaches over the weekend and observed only small and more socially isolated crowds. Any future…
A two vehicle accident this morning left a Vancleave man deceased and three other people with non-life threatening injuries. Sheriff Mike Ezell says around 11 a.m., the driver of a silver Hyundai Elantra was traveling northeast on Old Fort Bayou…
The City of Moss Point Planning and Code Enforcement Department along with the Utilities Department will be closed for a total of six days due to an employee showing a symptom of Coronavirus (COVID-19). The facility closed at 3 p.m.…
Moss Point Mayor Mario King is calling on the state government to step up its response to the Coronavirus outbreak. Mayor Mario King is calling on the leaders of other local governments to come together and reach a consensus on…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — An employee at Ingalls Shipbuilding has tested positive for COVID-19. The company said in a statement Sunday night, the employee will be quarantined for at least 14 days and will not return to work “until medical…
The Mayor of the City of Ocean Springs hereby proclaims it necessary and in the best interest of the public welfare and safety to impose certain regulations pursuant to Mississippi law for the purposes of protecting life and property, preserving…
Overnight, Moss Point Mayor Mario King released a statement announcing closures in the city. All restaurants, churches, bars, movies, and much more will be closed, but not places such as grocery stores, pharmacies, and health care facilities. These closures went…
A South Carolina man wanted for five counts of attempted murder has been captured in Jackson County. Sheriff Mike Ezell says a nationwide release was issued Wednesday on 33-year-old Jonathan Emilien. Around 11 p.m. Wednesday night, the Jackson County Emergency…
PASCAGOULA, MS- All branches of the Jackson-George Regional Library System will suspend all on-site services beginning Friday, March 20, 2020, due to the Coronavirus pandemic until further notice. This suspension will be reviewed on Friday, April 17, 2020, by the…
Officials with Singing River Health System have announced that a patient transferred from another hospital to Ocean Springs Hospital who required higher-level care available at Singing River Health System has tested positive for the virus. Singing River Team Members at…
The Jackson George Regional Library System is offering Curb-side Pickup Service at all locations. In an effort to continue serving patrons during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak, JGRLS branch libraries are offering Curbside Hold Pickup Service. This will allow library customers…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — A patient has tested positive for COVID-19 at Singing River Medical Clinic in Ocean Springs, making it the second case of coronavirus in Jackson County. Singing River Health System announced early Wednesday morning they received notice…
In the wake of the newly identified coronavirus, the City of Moss Point is taking precautionary measures to protect citizens, guests, and other stakeholders. Moss Point Mayor Mario King is encouraging everyone to use our online portal and telecommunication systems…