Third annual Holly Jolly Block Party in Gulfport
In Gulfport, the Christmas spirit was alive and well in Gulfport as one church celebrated with its community. Crosspoint Church in Gulfport held its third annual Holly Jolly…
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City of Biloxi holds 19th annual Christmas in the City
It’s Christmas time in the City of Biloxi. The 19th annual Christmas in the City event had something for everyone. Guests had the opportunity to take…
Celebrating Hanukkah with the ‘Unite to Light’ Menorah lighting
On the 4th night of Hanukkah, South Mississippi’s Jewish community celebrated with a Menorah-lighting ceremony. Unite to Light, a Night of Jewish Pride, was held at Gulfport…
Runners compete in 8th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Runners from across the country and the world descended on the Coast over the weekend for the 8th annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon. The action kicked off…
USM’s Uncrewed Maritime Systems Tier 1 Certification Program Recognizes 6 Graduates
Six students received their certificates on November 17 after successfully completing the University of Southern Mississippi Uncrewed Maritime Systems Tier 1 Certification Program. The five-week program provides students with a better understanding of the blue economy and UMS. Carl Szczechowski, instructor…
New Year’s Eve Events across the Coast
It’s time to celebrate the New Year and there are events all across the Coast that you can attend to ring in 2024! New Year’s Eve Anchor Drop- City Centre of Pascagoula at 8 p.m. Admission is free. Bay St.…
City of Gulfport scheduling water outage/boil water notice
(Gulfport, Mississippi) – Due to a water main repair the City of Gulfport has scheduled a “Water Outage / Boil Water Notice” for the citizens in the vicinity of Olivet Drive from Klein Road spanning north to Lavelle Drive. This encompasses…
Roger F. Wicker Center for Ocean Enterprise Partners with AQST USA to Demonstrate Innovative Hydrogen Power for Maritime Uncrewed Systems
By: Gabriela Shinskie In a significant move towards sustainable and reliable maritime technology, The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) Roger F. Wicker Center for Ocean Enterprise has partnered with AQST USA LLC, a Mississippi-based hydrogen technology developer who in partnership…
Ride Free to Work with CTA on December 27
Coast Transit Authority would like to thank those who ride to work on CTA buses. CTA is allowing riders wearing a work ID or work uniform to ride free all day on any CTA bus on Wednesday, December 27, 2023.…
Third Annual New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University unveils 2024 author lineup
The 2024 New Orleans Book Festival at Tulane University announced today the much-anticipated lineup for its third-annual literary festival with more than 100 national bestselling and critically acclaimed authors slated to appear on Tulane’s uptown campus, March 14-16, 2024. The three-day celebration featuring…
Mississippi receives A grade for financial literacy in high schools
JACKSON, Miss. – Mississippi is one of seven states to receive an A grade in the 2023 National Report Card on State Efforts to Improve Financial Literacy in High Schools released this month. Other states receiving A grades are Alabama, Iowa, Missouri,…
First Graduates of USM’s Accelerated BSN Pathway Earn Nursing Pins
Graduates of the inaugural cohort from The University of Southern Mississippi’s (USM) Accelerated BSN (ABSN) pathway initiative were honored on Thursday, Dec. 7 during a special pinning ceremony held at the University’s Gulf Park campus in Long Beach. The initial…
USM Earns National Designation as Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
Through its diligent efforts in cybersecurity education, The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) has earned distinction as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). The prestigious honor is earned via a program established by The National Security Agency…
Community celebrates Connie Ladner's retirement
Friends, family, and colleagues joined Harrison County Circuit Clerk Connie Ladner to wish her well as she heads into retirement. Ladner announced in June she would be retiring to spend more time with her family. She dedicated 39 years…
Pascagoula first responders team up to save tiny kitten
Good things happen when we work together! Pascagoula Police and Fire departments teamed up Wednesday to recue a tiny kitten. First responders were called out to help…
Southern Miss announces hire of new offensive coordinator
Southern Miss football coach Will Hall announced today the hiring of Chip Long as the school's offensive coordinator. A veteran of 18 Veteran I seasons, Long has worked as an offensive coordinator at Memphis, Notre Dame, Tulane, and Georgia Tech.…
Phi Theta Kappa students at MGCCC unveils new book to teach children local history
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is teaming up with Lynn Meadows Discovery Center to teach children about the Coast’s rich history. Saturday,…
Ocean Springs Main Street makes it snow for the holidays!
The forecast called for 70 degrees and snowy in Downtown Ocean Springs. It was a sight to behold as Ocean Springs Main Street made it snow…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon returns this weekend
Runners from across the region and country will descend on the Coast for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon this weekend. Festivities for the eighth annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon…
Meet Mermaids at the Mississippi Aquarium
Have you ever seen mermaids? Well, today is your lucky day as the majestic ladies take a dive into the waters at the Mississippi Aquarium. The Mermaid Magic Exhibit began…
City of Ocean Springs holding rededication ceremony for Marble Springs Park
The City of Ocean Springs is celebrating the renovations and improvements to one park with a unique history. A grant of over $16,000 from the…
Windy Swetman Kettlethon raises money for Salvation Army
One South Mississippi family’s tradition of giving back for the holidays returns for another year. The 11th annual Windy Swetman Kettlethon began this morning at sun-up and ran…
MGCCC hosts celebration for $1 Million Lowe's Foundation Gable Grant
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College held a celebration on December 6 to honor student-recipients of Lowe’s Scholarships and express gratitude to the Lowe's Foundation for their generous contribution of a $1 million Gable Grant. This remarkable grant has not only…
MDOT announces temporary closures on I-10 in Hancock County
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has announced a temporary closure on I-10 in Hancock County on Sunday, December 10th from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Cooperative Energy will be conducting utility work. Traffic will be stopped in 15-minute intervals at…