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Mississippi Task Force 3 returns from Louisiana

This afternoon in Biloxi, the Mississippi Task Force 3 returned back home after helping Hurricane Laura victims in Louisiana. The Mississippi Task Force 3 made the trek to southern Louisiana to help bring aid to victims of Hurricane Laura. Their…

Suspect wanted for deadly shooting in Moss Point

Moss Point police are actively searching for the last known suspect, 23-year-old Gabriel O. Brown, who has an active warrant for second degree murder. On August 5th, a shooting happened on Pearl Avenue in Moss Point that left 22-year-old Yadel…

Police investigating shooting at Moss Point Express

Moss Point police are currently investigating a shooting that happened Thursday August 27th around 4:30 p.m. at the Moss Point Express on Main Street. According to Chief Brandon Ashley, while the shots were being fired, a customer at the convenience…

Habitat for Humanity Women Build 2020 wall signing

Today, the Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s Women Build kicked off going virtual with a wall signing event. Because of the pandemic, the house on 2710 Dolphin Drive in Gautier is being built without the help of…

Chris Ryle sworn-in as Gulfport police chief

The Mississippi Aquarium hosted a swearing-in ceremony for Gulfport law enforcement today. Among those sworn in was the new Police Chief Chris Ryle who was introduced by his best friend for the past 22 years, who is also the deputy…

September is National Suicide Prevention Month

According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death in the United States. In order to bring awareness to the issue, the month of September is recognized as National Suicide Prevention Month. It’s…

Department of Marine Resources gives boating safety tips

Before you make plans to head out on the water, the Department of Marine Resources shares some boating safety tips and statistics. DMR says to never operate a vessel under the influence of alcohol or drugs. It’s illegal and can…

USM to rename Dixie Darlings dance team

A Mississippi university says it is considering renaming its dance team. The University of Southern Mississippi’s marching band announced it will select a new name to replace the Dixie Darlings nickname the dance team has had since 1954. A statement…

Institute for Marine Mammal Studies remembers Hurricane Katrina

Fifteen years ago, South Mississippians were dealing with the highly catastrophic Hurricane Katrina. Workers with the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies were searching for dolphins washed out to sea during the storm. “There’s always a silver lining.” Especially when you…

Car fire near Paul Fry Road in Jackson County

Earlier today, a car fire was reported in Jackson County. Around 1:30 p.m., a car was pulled off of the side of Washington Avenue near Paul Fry Road where smoke and fire came from the hood of a vehicle. The…

Partially overturned semi-truck on Highway 57

Earlier this afternoon, state troopers responded to a single vehicle collision. On Highway 57, under the I-10 overpass, a semi-truck that was carrying swimming pools partially overturned. The incident left one lane of travel closed, but has since been cleared.…

Spay Neuter Impact Project in Jackson County

If your furry friend is in need of any basic wellness services, be sure to fetch this deal courtesy of the SNIP program in Jackson County. The Spay Neuter Impact Project is starting a wellness program in order to provide…

MGCCC still accepting new enrollment for next term

It’s not too late to begin furthering your education at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. After an overwhelming interest in their August courses, MGCCC has added additional classes for enrollment throughout the fall. The first set of classes start September…

MGM Resorts lay off employees due to COVID-19 pandemic

MGM Resorts International is making thousands of furloughs permanent today. Employees with MGM Resorts were reportedly informed that any employee who isn’t called back to work on or before August 31st will “be separated from the company.” Today marks the…

Minor diesel spill from boat at Fort Bayou

Yesterday, the Coast Guard responded to a minor diesel spill that came from a boat in Fort Bayou near Ocean Springs. Since the spill was reported, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality responded to the incident to clean up the…