Motivational speaker encourages kids to never give up
Dr. Tyler Sexton, medical director of Singing River Pediatrics and motivational speaker, spoke to students at Bayou View Middle School and Gulfport Central Middle School today. He talked…
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Inmate jailed on public drunk charge dies in Jackson County jail
Jackson County Sheriff and Mississippi Bureau of Investigation are looking into the Friday morning death of a Moss Point man at the Jackson County jail. Sheriff Mike Ezell said 33-year-old Justin Holloman was arrested Wednesday on a public drunk charge…
NASA aims for Saturday launch of new moon rocket after fixes
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA aimed for a Saturday launch of its new moon rocket, after fixing fuel leaks and working around a bad engine sensor that foiled the first try. The inaugural flight of the 322-foot (98-meter) rocket…
Mississippi Highway Patrol offering safety trips for Labor Day Weekend travel
As people prepare to travel for the Labor Day Weekend, officials want to remind you to stay safe on the roads. Mississippi Highway Patrol is…
Mississippi Lottery Draw September 2nd, 2022: CASH 3 and CASH 4 MIDDAY
Here are the winning numbers for today’s lottery draw. CASH 3: 1-4-8 Fireball Number: 6 CASH 4: 7-1-8-5 Fireball Number: 6 All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Jackson’s new worry: More water pressure could break pipes
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS and KEVIN McGILL Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Officials in Jackson, Mississippi, say restoration of water pressure continues at a long-troubled water plant, but some in the city are still seeing little or no water…
Stennis-fueled Artemis launch a 'go' for Saturday
The countdown is on -- again, for the Artemis launch. A pre-launch briefing today said the "moon rocket" is good to go and is set for a 1:17 Central Time…
Singer-songwriter Michael Martin Murphey to play Grand Magnolia
It's been 25 years, but country artist Michael Martin Murphey returns to the Gulf Coast this fall. The multiple Grammy Award nominee is scheduled to play The Grand Magnolia Ballroom in Pascagoula on October 23. Tickets are on sale at…
Jackson man pleads guilty to gun possession, manufacturing charges
A Jackson man has pleaded guilty to federal charges including using 3D printers to make automatic machine guns. 41-year-old Kent Edward Newhouse of Jackson pleaded guilty to two counts of a felon in possession of a firearm and one county…
New Orleans man charged with aggravated DUI in Hancock County
A New Orleans man is in the Hancock County jail, charged with aggravated DUI. 51-year-old Rodney Darnell Mars was arrested August 30 by Bay St. Louis Police and taken to Hancock County jail. His bond was set at $500,000. He…
Mississippi Export Railroad celebrates 100 years of business
Moving transportation forward for 100 years, Mississippi Export Railroad celebrates a century of business. From 1922 to 2022, Mississippi Export Railroad has expanded to a 42-mile short line railroad that…
Lottery Draw for September 1st, 2022: CASH 3, CASH 4, and MATCH 5
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s lottery draw. CASH 3: 6-4-2 Fireball Number: 2 CASH 4: 3-2-0-5 Fireball Number: 2 MATCH 5: 1-15-20-24-27 All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Scuba Steve and his brother start lawn care business in honor of their late father
Scuba Steve Clothing Company does more than just clothes now. After the passing of his dad, Steve and his brother started doing…
Newk’s raising money for ovarian cancer research
Throughout September, each of Newk’s 100-plus restaurants nationwide will turn teal, the signature color of the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance. Newk’s in Gulfport is all set with teal signage,…
Ocean Springs Library closing for planned renovation
The Ocean Springs Library is getting a much-needed facelift. Starting September 10th, the Ocean Springs Library will be closed for a planned library makeover and renovation. The project is…
Harrison Central High School alum wins NASA award
A Harrison Central High School alum returned to his alma mater after receiving a once-in-a-lifetime NASA award. Chris Ladner was awarded the Space Flight Awareness Honoree Award for…
Mississippi Power employee rescues cat from under car
A Mississippi Power employee went to help with what he thought was a broken-down car only to end up on a rescue mission for one frightened furry friend.…
Lyman Senior Center hosts Community Fellowship with Veterans
Showing up in all shades of red, white, and blue, the Lyman Senior Center took time to recognize veterans. The Community Fellowship with Veterans is an event that…
Governor Reeves addresses the water crisis in Jackson
Governor Tate Reeves addressed the public today as the reliable water service remains days away from the community. An emergency pump was installed and officials are working to…
Deadline to submit art work for Gautier Mullet and Music Festival approaching
The deadline for artists to submit their work for the 32nd annual Gautier Mullet and Music Festival is fast approaching. The Gautier Mullet and…
Buzzy’s Breakfast Joint in Ocean Springs is now open
After being closed for more than two years, Buzzy’s Breakfast Joint in Ocean Springs is finally open once again. The popular breakfast spot closed in 2020 and…
Lottery Draw for September 1st, 2022: CASH 3 and CASH 4 MIDDAY
Here are the winning numbers for today’s lottery draw. CASH 3: 1-6-5 Fireball Number: 8 CASH 4: 0-3-5-4 Fireball Number: 8 All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Bay-Waveland Middle School principal dismissed
Bay-Waveland School District has removed Jeremy Weir as principal at the Middle School. Superintendent Sandra Reed sent a message to staff saying that Thursday was Weir's last day. WXXV spoke to Reed, who said he was not terminated. As of…
Jackson sees some improvement in its damaged water system
By MICHAEL GOLDBERG and EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Officials in Mississippi's capital city say water pressure is improving but the city remains under a boil-water notice for safety. Jackson officials say pressure increased overnight to…