Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce announces campaign for 2020
It's a quarterly breakfast for the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce and Thursday morning a new "Embrace the Coast" campaign was revealed!
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THIS WEEKEND: Poker Run in Hancock County
Initially it was set to go full throttle this past weekend, but this annual fundraising event had to be rescheduled because of Hurricane Barry.
Bay St. Louis Deemed Best Hidden Gem in Mississippi
Bay St. Louis's rebuilding efforts since Katrina are certainly paying off as the city continues to grow and launch new projects. In fact, according to Yahoo, this cozy coastal town has been named the best hidden gem destination in Mississippi.…
United Way Asking for Donations for Annual “Fill the Bus” Campaign
The United Way wants you to get on board as the non-profit continues to collect school supplies to help kids in need right here in our local community. United Way of South Mississippi is asking everyone in Hancock, Harrison, Pearl…
Wicker, Hyde-Smith support confirmation of Ozerden
Today, U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith recommended the confirmation of U.S. District Court Judge Sul Ozerden of Gulfport to serve on the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the fifth circuit. Wicker and Hyde-Smith introduced Ozerden at a…
Retired Seabee’s final wish
Many people worry about how they’ll be remembered when they pass away. For Retired Seabee Sam Bass, he wants to be remembered by his peers. Bass died on July 13th at 88 one of his last wishes was to have…
Early Childhood Academy Ribbon Cutting
Local leaders and members of the early childhood community gathered today to mark the opening of a new facility. The Early Childhood Academy on MGCCC’s Jefferson Davis campus helps those in the early childhood field prepare children as they get…
Coast Life Back to School Drive
In an effort to help students on the Coast get geared up for school, one local organization is giving them a head start by providing the necessities for heading back. Coast Life, which stands for ‘Can Overcome Any Stereotypes,’ is…
Gautier Senior Center Fish Fry
The Gautier Senior Center welcomed new members today with their annual Fish Fry. Music, games, and fish welcomed visitors for lunch and an opportunity to learn more about what the senior center has to offer. The Gautier Senior Center holds…
Gautier High Band prepares for season
As high school football season inches closer, local high school bands are beginning preparations for their season. The Gautier High Band is in the middle of their band camp as they get ready for the start of football season. A…
Groundbreaking at Championship Field in Pascagoula
It was an exciting day for the City of Pascagoula as officials broke ground at Championship Field. The construction for the new municipal ballfields is on schedule and today they broke ground on field No. 7. There are a total…
Softball tournament’s effects on tourism
A softball tournament taking place in Gulfport has people from across the country visiting the Mississippi Coast this week. National Fastpitch Alliance’s inaugural National Championship at the Gulfport Sportsplex has brought around 112 teams from 20 different states to Gulfport…
Barry and the Spillway: Looking into the impact on marine life
With the delayed closing of the Bonnet Carre Spillway, things are not looking bright for Mississippi Sound marine life. According to the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport, 133 dolphins and 179 sea turtles are dead so far this…
Two arrested in connection with drive-by shooting in Harrison County
According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 26-year-old Jared Dewey and 24-year-old Beverly Trotta were arrested for their connection with a drive-by shooting in Saucier. Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of shots fired at a home off of Jabour Drive on June…
Two arrested in connection with deadly shooting in Gautier
Two people are behind bars in connection with the shooting death of 38-year-old Courtney Todd. Gautier police arrested 23-year-old Jamyrian Quinn for murder and 25-year-old Parish Raper for accessory after the fact in the murder. Both suspects were taken into…
Summer Job Fair
If you’re looking for a job, here’s an event you won’t want to miss. A Summer Job Fair is set to be held next Tuesday, July 23rd from 9 a.m. to 12 at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center in Biloxi.…
Widening Beatline Road in Long Beach
Traveling down main thoroughfares like Highway 49, 90, or Beatline Road in Harrison County can be a headache for commuters during peak traffic hours. That’s why Long Beach city officials want to make a change. Mayor George Bass and MDOT…
Breakfast with the Mayor in Biloxi
“Breakfast with the Mayor” gives the City of Biloxi the chance to hear from their leader on all of the projects and work going on in their city. This morning at the Hard Rock Casino, Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich addressed…
Mississippi ACLU asks cities to repeal panhandling penalties
The American Civil Liberties Union of Mississippi is asking 16 cities in the state to eliminate local laws that penalize panhandling. The organization says in a news release Wednesday that the request is part of a national effort that includes…
Hemingway Festival in Waveland Friday & Saturday
The festival will feature a parade, look-alike contest and no bull fun run
THIS WEEKEND: Mad Potter Block Party
The Ohr O'Keefe Museum of Art is throwing a block party in celebration of the mad potter's 162nd birthday.
Frozen Jr. from July 19-21st at the Hancock Performing Arts Center
If your kids love "Frozen", then this weekend is the perfect time to treat them to map's live production of the popular animated feature. Annalise Hoeg, who portrays the lovable Olaf, and Eryl Diamond-Odell, who plays quirky princess Anna joined…
An early look at Gulfport Galleria's August Exhibit
During the month of August, you'll be able to stop by the Gulfport Galleria to experience the art exhibit featuring more than 14 multi-cultural artists.
Barry delays closure of Bonnet Carre Spillway
Tuesday, corps officials said now, it may be July 28th before the decision is made to start closing bays of the Bonnet Carre Spillway.