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William Carey University hosting criminal justice career fair

Are you interested in a career in criminal justice? Tomorrow might be the perfect time for you to find a job. The Criminal Justice Department at William Carey University’s tradition campus is hosting a criminal career fair tomorrow. Many different…

Republican Michael Watson to work to change election system

Mississippi’s incoming Secretary of State Michael Watson says he will work to change a Jim Crow-era election system for statewide races. Mississippi’s 1890 constitution requires a statewide candidate to win a majority of both the popular vote and the 122…

Keeping your pets safe in cold weather

As the temperature continues to drop, we can’t stress enough the importance of keeping pets, both indoor and out, safe and warm this season. The most important thing to remember is if you’re cold your pet is cold. Know your…

Join ‘Millie’s Movement’

One student at North Bay Elementary School in Bay St. Louis is trying to save Christmas one band at a time and you can join her mission. Millie Brignone is a fourth grader selling wristbands for $3 in order to…

Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum opens Nov. 19th

On Howard Avenue, they’re putting the finishing touches on the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. A special opening gala is scheduled for tomorrow evening at 6 p.m. Admission to the event is a $75 donation. Formerly the Mardi Gras Museum, once…

Biloxi seeks to save oak tree on Azalea Drive

The City of Biloxi is hoping to save a decades-old live oak on Azalea Drive that some residents are concerned about. The city was made aware of the situation by some of the residents from the neighborhood who complained that…

Train vs. tractor-trailer accident in Biloxi

Just before 10 a.m. a tractor-trailer was hit by a train in Biloxi. According to Major Chris De Back with Biloxi police, the driver of the tractor-trailer parked too close to the track as he was making a delivery on…

5th annual Veterans Tribute Tri-Art-A-Thon at MGCCC

The message from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in Perkinston is ‘thank you’ to those who served our country both past and present. Tonight, the 5th annual Veterans Tribute Tri-Art-A-Thon kicked off and was full of gratitude. The event featured…

Mississippi Restoration Summit

The annual Mississippi Restoration Summit held an open house and community conversations event. The public was invited to the open house that featured representatives from various local and federal organizations, all with the goal of educating the public on the…

‘Family Feud Live’ at the Beau Rivage

One of the most popular game-shows is making its way to the Gulf Coast this weekend and you could be a part of it. ‘Family Feud Live’ hits the stage this Saturday and Sunday at the Beau Rivage. Comedian Rubin…

Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport adds flight to Nashville

A new affordable flight will be departing from the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Allegiant Airlines has announced a new non-stop service from Gulfport to Nashville beginning February 15th, 2020. To celebrate the company is offering one-way fares on the new route…

Governor Phil Bryant announces $53M in restoration projects

Today, Governor Phil Bryant announced a list of 15 restoration projects during the annual Mississippi Restoration Summit in Biloxi. Restoring the Coast’s natural resources for marine life, for wild life, and for those who utilize the Gulf of Mexico, these…

Protecting people, pipes, and pets in cold weather

With temperatures on the Coast falling into the 20s tonight and freeze warnings in effect for some areas, it’s a good time to take precautions to protect pipes, pets, plants, and people. Bring your pets inside tonight. If that’s not…

MSU offers tips on protecting plants in cold weather

The MSU Extension Service offers these tips for protecting your plants. First of all, and most importantly, cover your plants. Fruits and flowers are the least tolerant when it comes to freezing temperatures and so are container plants. If possible,…

Rape suspect cleared by Grand Jury

Almost five years after a woman was raped on the Biloxi-Ocean Springs Bridge, a grand jury has cleared the suspect of any wrongdoing. Aaron McMillian was arrested last year in Utah in connection to the 2014 rape after a DNA…

Unemployment Eliminators Job Fair

Resident of South Mississippi made their way down to the Coast Coliseum and Convention Center in Biloxi on the hunt for jobs. The Unemployment Eliminators put on this job fair for those transitioning out of military, high school, college, or…

Salvation Army opening cold weather shelter

As we go into tonight, the Coast will see some very cold temperatures so it is important to bundle up. That’s why along the Coast, cold weather shelters are opening, including the Salvation Army’s shelter in Gulfport. They will be…