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Jury finds Rittenhouse not guilty in Kenosha shootings

By MICHAEL TARM, SCOTT BAUER and AMY FORLITI Associated Press KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) - Kyle Rittenhouse has been acquitted of all charges after pleading self-defense in the deadly Kenosha, Wisconsin, shootings that became a flashpoint in the nation’s debate over…

Stennis Airport receives RESTORE grant for technology park

Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission received $2.2 million in RESTORE Act funds for a technology park at Stennis International Airport. The 40-acre technology park will consist of multiple buildings built in phases. The funding, which stems from the 2010…

Circus Kirkus comes to the Coast

If you haven’t already noticed the big tent along Highway 90 at Centennial Plaza during your commute. Here’s your confirmation: the circus is in town. Beginning Friday evening, guests will…

Christmas events in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs and its local businesses are getting ready for the Christmas season. Lights will be up, events will be hosted, and Santa and elves might even be spotted. Starting on…

Dr. James Meredith speaks in Gulfport

The City of Gulfport hosted Civil Rights Activist Dr. James Meredith at MGCCC’s Performing Arts Center for a special presentation. Last night, Dr. Meredith spoke not only as a Civil…

MSDH reports 380 new cases of COVID-19 and five deaths

Today MSDH is reporting an additional 380 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and five deaths. Two of these deaths occurred between November 16 and November 17, and an additional three deaths occurred between October 18 and November 8, identified from…

NASA hosting virtual STEM-A-THON

NASA is inviting participants to enjoy a day-long virtual STEM-A-THON tomorrow. The virtual event is open to students and members of the general public to explore the possibilities with NASA. The STEM-A-THON…