Local News

New permit required for offshore fishing

Fishermen out to land offshore species of fish in Mississippi will soon be required to obtain a new permit in addition to a fishing license. The commission on Marine Resources today passed…

Boys & Girls Club receives new technology lab

A local Boys and Girl Club is fulfilling its mission in helping the youth in the community. With new editions coming to the afterschool program, young students will be setup for success…

70 Kemp's Ridley sea turtles arrive in Gulfport

Did you know that turtles can fly? Well, not literally, but they did fly to MillionAir in Gulfport. Each year, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies and Mississippi Aquarium receive Kemp's Ridley…

MDOT names new chief engineer for South Mississippi

The Mississippi Department of Transportation has named Billy Owen as the new District 6 engineer. Owen will assume the duties held by Kelly Castleberry, who is retiring the end of the year. Owen begins his new duties on Jan. 1.…

MDOT suspends work, offers tips for holiday travel

JACKSON, MISS. – ‘Tis the season for holiday travel. With more vehicles on the highways, the Mississippi Department of Transportation wants to help keep your holidays merry and bright by limiting travel delays caused by highway construction and offer a…

Libraries announce closures ahead of Christmas

All branches for the Jackson-George Regional Library System will be closing this Thursday, December 21, starting at 5 PM. The libraries will be closed from December 22 through Christmas Day. Branches will reopen on Tuesday, December 26, at their regular…