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Biloxi police investigating human skeleton found on roof

Biloxi police are investigating a strange incident out of the downtown area. Police say most of an adult human skeleton has been found on the roof of a building. Investigators say no foul play is suspected. Harrison County Coroner Brian…

Pascagoula police investigating after body found in hotel room

The Pascagoula Police Department is investigating a possible homicide that may have taken place over the weekend. Shortly before noon on Saturday, Pascagoula police responded to a call at the Studio 6 Hotel regarding the possibility of a deceased man.…

‘Homes for Dogs’ Adoption Drive

Folks in Jackson County came out to help our four-legged friends on Saturday. Coldwell Banker Smith Homes Realtors and the Jackson County Animal Shelter hosted their ‘Homes for Dogs’ adoption event. The event featured live music, raffles for certain pet…

Live Oak Historical Event

Members of the Pascagoula River Tribe held a community event on Saturday to recognize Native American education and history in Jackson County and the Coast. ‘The Live Oak Historical Event’ featured crafts from local vendors, scholarships for members of the…

Cleaner World Festival

A new festival aimed at raising environmental awareness on the Coast made its debut on Saturday in Biloxi. A Cleaner World Festival featured speakers and vendors from numerous environmental organizations, including Healthy Gulf and Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United. The evening…

Cruisin' the Coast 2019 Schedule of Events

Here is a complete list of all the events going on for Cruisin' the Coast 2019 Saturday, October 5 Casino Entertainment Jesse Hill, 6-10 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood Unfazed Show Band, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hollywood Casino…

Harrison County deputy killed in motorcycle accident

South Mississippi is in mourning after a much-loved Harrison County Sheriff’s deputy was killed in an accident while he and his wife were riding their motorcycles in Jackson County this weekend. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says Harrison County Deputy…

Long Beach Sets Up for Wednesday's Breakfast with the Mayor

The city of Long Beach is setting the stage for Wednesday's Breakfast With the Mayor with Long Beach Mayor George Bass. The breakfast is put on by the mayor and Long Beach Chamber of Commerce and is scheduled for Wednesday,…

SoSo Strong Gala and Golf Tournament

The SoSo Strong Pediatric Cancer Foundation in honor of the late Sophia Myers hosted its inaugural ‘Because Kids Should Live’ Golf and Gala which started today. The foundation is raising money to help fund research necessary to find a cure…

World Tourism Day

It’s ‘World Tourism Day’ and here on the Gulf Coast we are fortunate enough to live in an area that many travel far and wide to get to. ‘World Tourism Day’ is recognized on September 27th each year. Its purpose…

USM launches fundraising initiative for military facility

The University of Southern Mississippi is working on a multi-million dollar project to provide students who are veterans or service members an exclusive facility. The university kicked off a fundraising initiative today to make the $2.4 million project a reality.…

Deep South Regatta kicks off

It’s time to sail away for a competitive race on the water in Ocean Springs. Fourteen boats and competitors from across the country are participating in the ‘Formula Wave Deep South Regional Regatta’ at the Ocean Springs Yacht Club. Sailors…

Arrested for aggravated assault

A Biloxi teen is behind bars for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. Nineteen-year-old Darrell Rankin Jr. was taken into custody following an investigation into an incident that unfolded on September 10th in the area of Keller Avenue and Austin…

‘Splash Bash’ will benefit the Mississippi Aquarium

People are gearing up for a splashin’ good time in Gulfport tonight to support one of the Coast’s biggest upcoming attractions. This is the second year Hancock Whitney is hosting its ‘Splash Bash’ to benefit the under-construction Mississippi Aquarium. All…

Celebrate ‘National Coffee Day’ at Dunkin’ on Sunday

There is nothing like that fresh cup of coffee to start your day. This Sunday, those morning beans will be celebrated for ‘National Coffee Day.’  To celebrate the holiday right, Dunkin’ has some special things planned to kick start your…