Biloxi Fireman’s Day Parade
It’s been a local tradition since 1886: the annual Biloxi Fireman’s Day Parade. This tradition is making its way back to the Gulf Coast in just a few short weeks. This year, the parade’s lineup has been changed. It will…
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Scarlet Pearl to help victims of human trafficking
According to the Mississippi Department of Health, human trafficking affects 12 to 27 million men, women, and children worldwide. The Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort wants to help those on the Gulf Coast who have been affected. On Thursday, August…
All clear on LSU’s campus following reports of armed intruder
Reports of an armed intruder stirred up concern on LSU’s campus Tuesday afternoon. LSU officials gave the all clear on campus just minutes before 5 p.m. The alert went out around 3 p.m., warning students to stay away from Coates…
Axe throwing coming to downtown Biloxi
Axe throwing started about five years ago in Canada and has taken the nation by storm. Soon, you’ll be able to get in on the fun and competitions right in downtown Biloxi. Skal Axe Throwing, located on Howard Avenue, is…
Pascagoula Performing Art’s Center almost complete
For the first time in 23 years, the City of Pascagoula will have its very own performing arts center. Construction on the Pascagoula Performing Arts Center continues with a grand opening set for January. After breaking ground in May 2018,…
Arrested for assault
A Biloxi man is behind bars this morning on an assault charge. Biloxi police arrested 24-year-old Keyonta Reed after an investigation into an incident where police say he assaulted a medical person while they were doing their job. They suffered…
Biloxi PD needs assistance identifying subjects
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify subjects who allegedly stole money from a coin dispenser at a self- checkout register in the 2600 block of C.T. Switzer Rd. The male and female took the…
A look at the effects and what’s next for the Bonnet Carre Spillway
This morning at the Commission of Marine Resources, the Office of Marine Fisheries gave an update on the impact the Bonnet Carre Spillway has had since closure. The Office of Marine Fisheries gave an update on what the spillway caused…
Safety tips to prevent leaving kids in cars
With the first child to die in a hot car in Mississippi in 2019 over the weekend, the Biloxi Police Department shares safety tips to prevent this unfortunate circumstance in the future. According to Biloxi police, most of the time…
More Head Start programs coming to the area
Mississippi State University Extension is partnering with multiple school districts and learning facilities on the Coast to bring more head start programs to the area. The program is designed to help youngsters transition from early care to kindergarten by getting…
Apps kids use that parents need to know about
You might think you know what your kids are doing on their smartphones, but there is a good chance that you don’t. Sgt. Joey Payne with the Biloxi Police Department said, “In 2007, when the first smartphone hit the market,…
Arrested for residential burglary
On August 19th, 2019, the Biloxi Police Department arrested 29-year-old Silver Lea Macchio on a warrant for residential burglary. The warrant was issued as the result of an investigation into a burglary that occurred on Bleuer Dr. on 08/09/2019. Evidence…
‘Bike Biloxi’ at Biloxi Visitors Center
If you love to ride around the streets of Biloxi, or if you are new to the area, listen up. Once a month, Biloxi Main Street hosts the ‘Bike Biloxi’ event. At 6 p.m. tomorrow, you have the opportunity to…
Mika and Hudson’s Journey
Now for part two of a story we brought you on Friday about an Ocean Springs mother fighting for her life during pregnancy. In part one we told you about the insertion of a pacemaker into Mika Hartman's neck caused…
Three suspects in custody following Jackson County carjacking
We have developments in the armed carjacking story from Jackson County. Frances McCoy made her initial court appearance at 3 p.m. today. She is charged with armed carjacking with a bond of $150,000 and now faces possession of a controlled…
Two women arrested for involvement with shooting in Hurley
In Mobile, two Jackson County women are behind bars for allegedly shooting a man in Hurley. Thirty-eight year-old Rachael Dungan and 20-year-old Lillian Shoemaker are charged with aggravated assault, awaiting extradition to Jackson County. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says…
Meeting to discuss more head start programs coming to the area
Mississippi State University Extension is partnering with multiple school districts and learning facilities on the Coast to bring more head start programs to the area. The program is designed to help youngsters transition from early care to kindergarten by getting…
2019 Gulfport Anchor Games
Some serious strength was on display at Jones Park this weekend. Over 130 Cross Fit athletes from across the entire Gulf Coast gathered in Gulfport for the 2019 Gulfport Anchor Games. Proceeds from the games benefit the charitable organization ‘Kidz…
Camille Remembrance events in Gulfport
People all across the Gulf Coast took time this weekend to remember Hurricane Camille’s landfall in South Mississippi. State and local officials, along with members of the public, gathered at Evergreen Cemetery in Gulfport Saturday morning to remember the three…
Clear the Shelters adoption drive at Jackson County Animal Shelters
There were a lot of happy faces at the Jackson County Animal Shelter on Saturday as many people found new friends. Saturday was no ordinary day at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. People crowded the shelter throughout the day to…
Fundraiser for lung transplant recipient at Texas Roadhouse
Meridian resident Patty Driskill has a new lease on life. Twelve years ago, she was diagnosed with pulmonary fibrosis and until about a year ago, she was able to do conservative treatment. However, when her health began to seriously decline,…
High profile attorney joins Sims case
A new lead attorney is representing the family of Toussaint Diamon Sims, the man who was shot and killed by Moss Point police on August 8th. Brian Dunn will be taking over the role as lead counsel on the case.…
Reunification celebration in Harrison County
It’s been a long journey, but the Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services is reuniting dozens of families in Gulfport. Today, the department hosted its first local celebration of reunification. “I’m really excited. It’s good to come home from work…
New Orleans journalist Nancy Parker killed in plane crash
A journalist shooting a story in a stunt plane was killed in a plane crash in New Orleans East. Nancy Parker, a journalist at FOX 8 for 23 years, was one of the two people killed in the crash. The…