Senate to vote on bill that would allow liquor sales on Sunday
The Senate will soon vote on House Bill 329 -- which would allow liquor stores to be open on Sundays from 1 to 6…
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Despite growing voter registrations, Mississippi's voter turnout remains low
Voter turnout hit rock bottom during the 2022 midterms in Mississippi. Since then, the state has seen a steady rise in active voters. Mississippi has historically had…
March of the Mayors' packing party
The March of the Mayors Food Drive concluded on March 8 with a packing party! The initiative began several years ago to fight hunger in the Magnolia State. News…
Mayor Gilich announces passing of former Harrison County Tax Accessor
Mayor FoFo Gilich has announced the passing of James Wetzel on March 8. Wetzel was 92 years old and served as the Harrison County Tax Accessor from 1972 to 1995.
City of Gulfport announces partial lane closure
The inside and eastbound lane of East Pass Road between Loposser Avenue and Tegarden Road will be temporarily closed to traffic to locate a water valve. Through traffic will be maintained at all times to ensure minimal disruption to commuters…
Gulfport man convicted of second-degree murder, aggravated assualt
A Gulfport man has been convicted of second-degree murder and aggravated assault. Johnte Pouerie pled guilty earlier this week for the shooting of Lazarius Smith and to aggravated assault for a shooting at the River Chase Apartments. Pouerie was sentenced…
St. Martin Library receives books from "Read with Jenna' book club
Jackson George Regional Library is thrilled to announce that the St. Martin Library has received a generous donation of books from NBC's Today Show, through Jenna Bush Hager's "Read with Jenna" book club. The donation was made to celebrate the book…
Conversations with Congressional Candidate Mike Ezell
With just days to go until Mississippi’s primary elections, we continue reaching out to candidates that will be on the ballot. We caught up with first term Congressman Mike Ezell…
Cyclist dies from injuries in Biloxi motorcycle crash
The motorcyclist involved in a crash in Biloxi Thursday has died from his injuries. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer has identified him as 25-year-old Jeffrey Taylor of Biloxi.…
Shuckers introduce junior broadcaster program for the 2024 season
BILOXI, MS – The Biloxi Shuckers have announced that aspiring broadcasters between the ages of 12 and 16 will have the opportunity to call the fourth inning during select Sunday home games on the Biloxi Shuckers Radio Network on WGCM 1240AM/100.9FM…
Poplarville Community Safe Room opening due to weather
Due to the chance of severe weather today, the Pearl River County Office of Emergency Services will open the Poplarville Community Safe Room at noon today. It will remain available until the threat of severe weather has passed. Pets are…
Motorcycle accident in Pascagoula leaves three injured, one life flighted
A motorcycle with two occupants was traveling south on Telephone Road in Pascagoula Thursday afternoon. A a full-size, single occupant, SUV then struck the motorcycle at approximately 12:08pm. The collision ejected the two on the motorcycle causing severe injuries. All…
Ocean Springs voted best small town in Mississippi
Southern Living Magazine has named Ocean Springs as best small town in Mississippi. Ocean Springs ranked as number 8 out of 15 cities. According to Southern Living, the…
Mississippi Power, MSU team up to fit eaglets with GPS trackers
Mississippi Power and Mississippi State University teamed up this morning on a very special project at the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge. A team…
W.I.S.H Society honored by Make-A-Wish
Many outstanding women who mold South Mississippi were honored at a lunch hosted by Make-A-Wish. The ‘Women Inspiring Strength and Hope’ or W.I.S.H Society campaign kicked off with a lunch today.…
Alpha Phi Alpha hosts Civic Engagement Forum
One local fraternity is challenging issues in the community by hosting a forum against drunk driving. The local chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated are tackling…
Biloxi State of the City: Updates on Shuckers' Stadium, Saenger, and more
People gathered at the Beau Rivage to hear Mayor Fofo Gilich showcase how the city is progressing. As Biloxi celebrates 325 years, citizens…
One injured in motorcycle accident in Biloxi
On Thursday, March 7, 2024 around 3:09 pm, Biloxi Police, Biloxi Fire, and Pafford Emergency Services responded to the area of Pass Road and Big Lake Road in reference to a vehicle crash involving a Toyota SUV and a motorcycle.…
River otter spotted behind YMCA in Ocean Springs
This video comes from Jodi and Mark Busch of Ocean Springs.
State Board of Education approves three new early learning collaboratives to serve pre-K 4-year-olds
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi State Board of Education (SBE) voted today to add three new early learning collaboratives to the current list of 37 to provide high-quality early childhood education pre-K programs to 4-year-old students. This ELC expansion is…
Person struck by train in Biloxi
On Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 around 8:51 pm, Biloxi Patrol Officers responded to a report of a person being struck by a train in the area of Beauvoir Road. Upon arrival, the victim was located and aid was rendered by…
Arrested on felony warrant for accessory after the fact to an aggravated assault incident
On March 3, 2024, Biloxi Police arrested 33-year-old Jamie Lynn Clemons of Gautier, MS on a felony warrant for accessory after the fact to an aggravated assault incident. The warrant was issued as the result of an investigation into a…
Meet and Greet with Senate Candidate Ty Pinkins
The sole Democratic candidate in the race for U.S. Senate in Mississippi makes a stop in Jackson County. Ty Pinkins will hold a meet and greet starting at…
Federal funding needed to work on upgrades for Long Beach Harbor
The mayor of Long Beach, who says he’s frustrated with federal agencies, will once again travel to Washington to fight for the completion of upgrades…