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Fatal wreck reported in Stone County

We have more information about the wreck Mississippi Highway Patrol was at yesterday. The wreck happened in Stone County on Highway 49, south of Sunflower Road. A GMC driven by Marie Fore overturned while driving north on Highway 49. Fore…

Tips to stay safe when frying a turkey

While a good old-fashioned fried turkey can be delicious for Thanksgiving, the cooking process can actually be quite dangerous. One slight mistake can cause a grease fire that's very difficult…

Public asked to help locate theft suspect

Pass Christian police are asking the public's help to locate a suspect in a catalytic converter theft case. Police say Clay Necaise is wanted on felony malicious mischief charges dating back…

Turkey Creek Sign Unveiling

A historical marker is back where it belongs. The Turkey Creek marker was put up in 2018 to bring attention to the area where freed slaves enhanced the community…

Christmas in the Pass updates and schedule

A popular Christmas event returns next weekend in Pass Christian. The 37th Annual Christmas in the Pass will be next Friday, December 2nd. The event begins at 4 p.m.,…

Biloxi man cashes in $50,000 ticket in Powerball play

A Biloxi man claimed a $50,000 prize from Saturday's Powerball drawing. The Mississippi Lottery Corporation said the man, who declined to be identified, has played the same numbers since the 1980s. He bought the winning ticket from Polks Crossgates Discount…

Coroner IDs bicyclist hit, killed on Seaway Road

A bicyclist who was on Seaway Road when he was hit by a vehicle on Monday night has been identified. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer said 35-year-old Lester Wayne Luper was hit in the eastbound lane of Seaway Road about…

Ocean Springs superintendent Bonita Coleman to retire

Ocean Springs School District Superintendent, Dr. Bonita Coleman will retire at the end of the current school year, the district announced today. She has served as the district superintendent since June 2012. Her retirement is effective July 1, 2023. “We…

Mass adoption ceremony held in Gulfport

What better way to celebration National Adoption Month than with multiple children getting adopted at once? A mass adoption celebration took place to recognize Mississippi's newest adoptive families. As many as…