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Arrest made in Friday afternoon shooting in Gulfport

Gulfport Police have made an arrest in connection with a shooting death last week. Police said 32-year-old Chaz Joshua-Dixon Farrell was arrested Saturday and charged with murder. He was taken to the Harrison County jail. Bond is set at $1…

CTA Memorial Day Bus Schedule

Coast Transit Authority will observe the Memorial Day Holiday on Monday, May 27, 2024. All fixed route services will operate on a Sunday time schedule during this holiday. Normal service will resume on Tuesday, May 28. The CTA office will…

WCU names Dr. Cassandra Conner associate provost

William Carey University announces the promotion of Dr. Cassandra Conner to associate provost for distance learning. As she assumes this new role, she will also remain vice president of the Tradition campus, a position she has held since 2021. As…

First responders free this weekend at Mississippi Aquarium

GULFPORT, Miss. – Saturday, May 18 and Sunday, May 19, First Responders are invited to visit Mississippi Aquarium for FREE. Complimentary admission for First Responders is offered in honor of Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Week. This promotion is open at…

Victim identified in 33rd Street shooting in Gulfport

One person is dead after a shooting in Gulfport on Friday. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer confirmed the identity of the victim as 50-year-old Kevin Davis. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Gulfport Police say the shooting happened in…

Smokin’ the River City returns to Moss Point

Boaters with a competitive edge are ready to start their engines and take to the waters of the Escatawpa River this weekend. Smokin’ the River City events were supposed to kick off today at an extra Friday on the River…

Hancock County Summer Meal Program

The Hancock County School District announced when their summer food program will start. From June 3rd through the 27th, Monday through Thursdays, anyone can head to the Hancock Middle School for a meal. Children 18 and under will receive a…

Gulfport Police working shooting on 33rd Avenue

The Gulfport Police Department is currently working a shooting in the 2800 block of 33rd Avenue. Details are limited right now. Anyone with any information regarding this incident should contact the Gulfport Police Department at 228-868-5959 or Mississippi Coast Crime…