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Interior Dept. gauging interest in Gulf of Mexico wind power

By JANET McCONNAUGHEY The Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — President Joe Biden’s administration wants to know whether offshore wind companies want to move into the Gulf of Mexico. The agency that oversees offshore leases will publish a request for…

Two Coast student artists place in MDWFP art contest

Two Coast students placed in their age groups in an art contest as part of the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. Students from across the state submitted artwork for the 2021 Youth Art Contest. The first-place winners are:…

City of Biloxi: Mayor, City Council re-elected to new terms

Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich and all seven Biloxi councilmembers have been re-elected to another term. Mayor Gilich, along with Councilmembers Dixie Newman of Ward 3, Robert Deming III of Ward 4, Kenny Glavan of Ward 6 and Nathan Barrett of…

Economic Vibe event to focus on gaming industry

Over the last year, the casino industry has taken a major economic hit due to COVID-19, but with eased restrictions in place it seems a comeback is on the way. Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce CEO Adele Lyons says…

MHP Trooper killed in Madison County accident

Authorities are investigating after a Mississippi Highway Patrol trooper was killed in a crash in Madison County. The crash happened on Highway 16 at Old Yazoo City Road in Canton on Friday afternoon. Madison County Coroner Alex Breeland has confirmed…

Audubon Mississippi unveils Coastal Bird Storyboard Trail

While beachgoers are out enjoying their Memorial Day Weekend, they may spot something new along the shores. Audubon Mississippi cut the ribbon on a new Coastal Bird Storyboard sign along Beach Boulevard in Harrison County. The signs…