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Pact Act deadline is this Saturday

A head’s up for Mississippi veterans, the next deadline to apply for Pact Act benefits is approaching fast. That deadline is at midnight Saturday. As we’ve reported previously, this enrollment…

Moss Point Police investigating September 22 death

Moss Point Police is actively investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of 18-year-old Jayrell Cox. The shooting happened on September 21 on Elder Ferry Road. A homeowner told officers he found two armed suspects under his carport and…

WCU presents free concert series, “October Nights”

William Carey University will host a free concert series during October showcasing musicians and vocalists from the Winters School of Music. The “October Nights” concerts will be at Thomas Fine Arts Center and Common Grounds, the campus coffee shop. “This…

Man arrested on home repair fraud in Harrison County

Fifty-two-year-old Marcus Lloyd Klausman was arrested on one felony count of home repair fraud. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, a victim reported to the Harrison County Criminal Investigations Division that he hired Marcus Klausman, the owner of Rockin the Coast…

Mississippi Lottery Unveils October Scratch-Off Games

JACKSON,MISS-- The Mississippi Lottery is rolling out three new scratch-off games Oct. 3, leading with a fun twist on the traditional crossword-style game. The interactive style play of $5 Bonus Cashword features a top prize of $75,000, a bonus word and…

Stallone movie looking for stand-in

Could you be mistaken for Sylvester Stallone? Then, we’re talking to you. Central Casting Louisiana is looking for a stand-in who can double for Stallone, who is on the Gulf Coast…