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Arrested on aggravated domestic assault

On January 1 2024, Biloxi Police arrested 40-year-old Joshua Ivan Crawford of Biloxi on charges of aggravated domestic assault, being a convicted felon in possession of prohibited weapons, and two counts of possession of a controlled substance with intent to…

MHP releases New Year's holiday travel numbers

The Mississippi Highway Patrol New Year's holiday travel period ended January 1st at midnight, beginning on December 30th at 6 in the morning. Over the enforcement period, 77 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence and 119 wrecks were…

Annual Spring Arts Festival Set for March 23 & 24

(Ocean Springs, MS) – The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street Tourism Bureau and its presenting sponsor Michelob Ultra is pleased to present the 31st Annual Spring Arts Festival on Saturday, March 23 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and…

Fourth suspect in Latimer shooting arrested

With the help of a tip to Crime Stoppers, Jackson County sheriff’s investigators arrested the fourth suspect in a November, 2023 shooting. 43-year-old Tanisha Chiasson is charged with accessory after the fact in the shooting that occurred in the Latimer…

2024-2028 Blue Book Now Available

JACKSON, Miss. – Secretary of State Michael Watson reveals the 2024-2028 Mississippi Official & Statistical Register, better known as the Blue Book. Mississippi is known around the world for producing some of the most interesting authors, musicians, athletes, and artists…

2023, a historic year for MDOT

JACKSON, MISS. – “Historic” is perhaps the best descriptor for the year 2023 at the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). The agency received record levels of funding to improve and build upon Mississippi’s infrastructure and notably, embarked on several capacity projects.…

MDOT projects make headway in southeast Mississippi

HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi. “As I reach the end of my final term as Southern District Transportation Commissioner, I’m pleased to see…

Tips to Celebrate New Year's Eve Safely

December 28, 2023 -- New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the previous year and welcome a new year and new beginning. Acadian Ambulance wants to remind everyone to celebrate safely and responsibly. Do not drink and drive. Have…

Body of missing Jackson County man found

The body of a missing Hurley man has been found. Joseph Ladnier’s body was discovered this afternoon near where his truck was found, according to authorities. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of his truck parked on…

Founder of the American Family Association dies in Mississippi

TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — Donald Wildmon, the founder of the American Family Association, a conservative Christian advocacy group, has died, the organization announced Thursday. The 85-year-old Mississippi native died on Thursday from complications related to Lewy body dementia, an obituary…

Bring Safe Sober Driving into the New Year

JACKSON, MISS. – Ring in the new year with safe and sober driving. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants everyone to know that while a new year may be starting, the same rules apply: No driving under the influence. “Choosing…