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'Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over' Labor Day campaign kicks off

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration kicked off its annual “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” Labor Day national enforcement mobilization campaign today. The enforcement effort will be supported by a $13.8 million paid media campaign…

Smithsonian Museum visits Stone County

The Smithsonian Museum is bringing a slice of history and culture to the Magnolia State. Beginning August 28th, Stone County will host ‘Crossroads: Change in Rural America’ in partnership with the…

Peoples Bank donates to Dream Program

The Peoples Bank is giving back to the people by donating $8,800 to the Dream Program. The Dream Program provides inclusive leisure activities and recreational experiences to individuals with varying…

Groundbreaking set for Buc-ee’s on Menge Avenue

Good news for all you of Buc-ee’s fans! The company is planning a groundbreaking for its store on Menge Avenue. Harrison County officials confirmed that the ceremony will be held 11 a.m. on September 13th at the site off of…

Ocean Springs Municipal Library reopens

The Ocean Springs Municipal Library has reopened after a year-long renovation. The library closed up shop nearly a year ago for the work. Jackson County helped fund the repairs, which include…

Crossroads: Change in Rural America

The Smithsonian Museum has an exciting traveling exhibit that is coming to Wiggins, Mississippi. Here to tell us about it is Betsy Rowell, executive director of the Stone County Economic Development…

Memorial Health System Announces Chief Medical Officer

Gulfport, Mississippi — August 15, 2023 — Memorial Health System today announced Shawn Dufford, M.D., has joined the Memorial team as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Dufford will work with health system leadership to oversee quality, safety, patient experience, medical staff services, medical…