E-Cigarette Usage on the Rise
More than a quarter of a million youth who had never smoked a cigarette used electronic cigarettes in 2013, according to a C.D.C. study published in the journal Nicotine and Tobacco Research.
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Events to Observe Katrina’s 9th Anniversary in Hancock Co.
This year marks the 9-year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
Health Officials Confirm Second West Nile Virus Death, Six New Human Cases
Tuesday, the Mississippi State Department of Health (M.S.D.H.) confirms the death of a Madison County resident from West Nile virus (W.N.V.), the second Mississippi death from W.N.V. in 2014.
M.D.M.R. Encourages Boater Safety Over Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend marks the unofficial end of summer, and many Coast residents and visitors take advantage of the holiday to go boating.
Recent Wreck in Gulfport Gets Public Attention for Epilepsy
While a recent car accident in Gulfport, involving a man with epilepsy, has brought the disorder to the public's attention, there is a monthly support group for those with epilepsy and their families.
Rep. Zuber Visits Ocean Springs to Hear Citizen Concerns
With the state legislature not in session until January, representatives are taking the time to hold town hall meetings.
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Catch up on all the local news you need to know about from Monday night's 9 p.m. news.
Local Homeless Community Responds to Cyrus' Act at V.M.A.s
Sunday night, Miley Cyrus shocked the world during the Video Music Awards (V.M.A.s), but not for what you might think.
O'Neal's Takes A.L.S. Ice Bucket Challenge to Next Level
O’Neal's, a local po-boy shop in Gulfport, took the A.L.S. Ice Bucket Challenge to the next level, trying to break the world record for amount of buckets poured on multiple people at one time.
Bethel Free Clinic Raises Money for Patient Medications
Bethel Free Health Clinic held a benefit this weekend to help pay for the medications they supply to their patients.
Epileptic Man Hits Gas Substation in Gulfport
A Gulfport man has been hospitalized with serious injuries at U.S.A. Hospital in Mobile after a weekend accident.
Biloxi City Council Discusses Budget Issues
City budget was a major topic of the Biloxi City Council's special meeting Monday afternoon.
Bay St. Louis Faces Uncertain Financial Future
Auditors are concerned that Bay St. Louis will not have enough money to pay its bills in the upcoming months.
Rep. Hank Zuber Speaks at Ocean Springs Town Hall Meeting
A town hall meeting was held in Ocean Springs Monday night, at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center, with State Representative Hank Zuber.
Shrimp Boat Collides with Supply Vessel in Pascagoula
The Coast Guard says three people were rescued after a 74 foot shrimping vessel collided with a 130 foot offshore supply vessel in the Gulf off the coast of Pascagoula.
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Fatal Shooting in Jackson County
One person was shot to death.
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Take a moment this weekend to catch up on all the local news you may have missed from Friday night.
Biloxi Baseball Team Expected to Bring Revenue to Coast
While fans are excited to see baseball in Biloxi, the benefits of a having a team extend further than that.
Baseball Fans Visit Mobile to Watch Future Team Play
Friday night, dozens of local baseball fans made the trip to Mobile, Alabama to watch the baseball team that will play in Biloxi next year.
Faith the Beagle Making a Slow, But Sure Recovery
After Faith the beagle made headlines earlier this week, the Jackson County Animal Shelter says it has received an outpouring of donations and adoption offers for the recovering canine.
Harrison Co. Inmate Litter Program a Success
Harrison County was recognized by the Mississippi Department of Transportation (M.D.O.T.) for its Inmate Litter Program.
Lower Gas Prices Make Labor Day Travel More Affordable
This year's Labor Day travel will be cheaper if fuel prices continue to decline.
Gulf Coast Gears Up for Increased Tourism for Labor Day
According to AAA, next weekend a record number of people are expected to hit the road for the Labor Day holiday weekend.