Krewe of CASA Mardi Gras Gala benefiting those in need
On Saturday, the 12th annual Krewe of CASA Mardi Gras Gala was presented by Warren Automotive and Parker Contracting. This annual event kicks off Carnival season…
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Ocean Springs Freshman Student Council holds inaugural Mother-Son Dance
One local high school gave mothers and their sons the opportunity to make memories of a lifetime over the weekend. On Saturday, the Ocean Springs High School…
Power lines being de-energized next Wednesday - January 17
Heads up for D'Iberville residents for next Wednesday, January 17. Coast Electric will need to turn off power from 8 in the morning until noon to make changes to electrical facilities. Power lines will need to be de-energized for workers…
Local church celebrates with annual Epiphany Bonfire
The good times are now rolling here on the Coast. One local church kicked off Carnival festivities over the weekend with a bonfire. St. Mark’s Episcopal Church held its…
CTA routes ending early due to inclement weather
Due to forecasted inclement weather on Monday, January 8, 2024, Coast Transit Authority will be ending several bus routes early. The route closures on Monday, January 8, will be as follows: Casino Hopper – Route 2 will end at 7:33…
1/8 - The Chief's "Afternoon/Tonight SEVERE POTENTIAL" Monday Afternoon Forecast
Elevating moisture running near record values for this time of year will fuel this afternoon/tonight's system . A deep warm rain process will begin as the…
Community safe rooms open in Pearl River County
In anticipation of potential severe weather this afternoon, and overnight tonight, The Pearl River County Office of Emergency Services announces that ALL THREE community safe rooms will open today at 4:00 PM and remain open until the threat of severe…
Letting the Good Times Roll at Kings Parade in Moss Point
This year, the City of Moss Point kicked off the carnival season with a Kings Parade. In Moss Point, they set the tone for the…
Vancleave man sixth suspect charged in 2023 shooting in Latimer
A Vancleave man is in custody, charged in the 2023 shooting in Latimer. Sheriff John Ledbetter said 44-year-old Ricky Dale Reed is charged with hindering prosecution. Reed's home was where deputies located Tanisha Chaisson on January 1st. Reed was arrested…
Runners participate in Frosty Kroc Race
Local runners put their skills to the test to start the new year for the annual Frosty Kroc Race by the Salvation Army Kroc Center. Runners of all ages began…
The First Severe Threat of the New Year
A developing system to the west will move through the area this afternoon/overnight. A 'severe potential' will affect South Mississippi, level 3 of 5 threat expected. All forms of severity will be possible including isolated tornadoes. Our Weather Authority team…
School schedule changes in preparation for weather
Due to potential severe weather in the area, schools across the Coast are changing their schedules. St. James Catholic School: For the safety of students and families, and due to the incoming inclement weather, St. James Catholic School will close…
Funeral arrangements announced for George County deputy
George County Deputy Jeremy Malone will be buried Friday in Harlston, Mississippi, the sheriff announced over the weekend. Malone was killed in the line of duty on January 4, 2024 during a traffic stop in George County. Sheriff Mitchell Mixon…
Perkinston man dies in single-vehicle crash on Highway 53
A Perkinston man died over the weekend in a one-vehicle crash, Mississippi Highway Patrol reports. MHP said that about 7 p.m. Friday, troopers responded to a crash on Highway 53 in Harrison County. A 2014 Chevy pickup driven by 41-year-old…
USM Music Faculty to Perform at Carnegie Hall
Three faculty members and a student from The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) School of Music will perform a chamber music program in the Weill Recital Hall at renowned Carnegie Hall on Jan.11 at 8 p.m. The chamber music program,…
Hiring events in Mobile and New Orleans for NOAA research ship jobs
NOAA Marine and Aviation Operations will hold two hiring events in the Gulf Coast region to recruit professional mariners to work aboard NOAA’s ocean research ships. The first event will be in Mobile, Alabama on Jan. 23 and the second…
Grove Scholars Promotes Equity in Critical STEM Fields
OXFORD, Miss. – The University of Mississippi Grove Scholars program – which helps Mississippians from underrepresented groups earn degrees in science, technology, engineering and mathematics or health care – is growing as it enriches lives and makes the state's workforce…
Running on refuse: NIFA grant to fund MSU study of biomass-derived transportation fuel
STARKVILLE, Miss.—The future of fuel is practical, sustainable and green, and Mississippi State’s Department of Sustainable Bioproducts is committed to discovering solutions that will power tomorrow’s fuels. El Barbary Hassan, department professor and scientist in the university’s Forest and Wildlife…
RISE To The Top! USM Program Earns Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP) Status
The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) RISE To The Top! inclusive postsecondary education program for students with intellectual disabilities has reached a momentous milestone by receiving status as a Comprehensive Transition Program (CTP). RISE, which stands for Reaching, Including, Supporting,…
Remembering Fallen Deputy Jeremy Malone
George County Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremy Malone was shot and killed in the line of duty Thursday night. The deputy was performing a traffic stop on Highway 98 when the incident occurred.…
D'Iberville teen charged with making terroristic threats towards D'Iberville High School
Nineteen-year-old Sianna Hue Nguyen, from D’Iberville, was arrested on the charge of Making Terroristic Threats, which took place at the D’Iberville High School on January 05, 2024. The D’Iberville Police Department received a tip from the Federal Bureau of Investigation,…
Ocean Springs High School hosting inaugural mother/son dance
The Ocean Springs High School is hosting an inaugural mother/son dance. Grades kindergarten through sixth grade are invited to the high school cafeteria for a dance from 4 to 6. Those who attend are asked to park in the back…
U.S. Army Ranger whose actions were shown in "Black Hawk Down" speaking at Camp Shelby
William Carey University will be honoring the military with an event at Camp Shelby on February 1. The event is open to the military community and to the public. The guest speaker is retired U.S. Army Ranger Jeff Struecker who…
Speaker White Names Staff
Jackson, MS – Newly elected Speaker Jason White names six staffers to join his team. Chief of Staff – Clarke Wise Communications Director – Taylor Spillman Executive Assistant & Scheduler – Tammy Cowart Policy Advisor – Sara Bailey Jones Policy…