In an effort to make their voices heard, some members of Gulfport High’s 2020 senior class are petitioning. Many Gulfport High seniors and parents are devastated about the recently released graduation plans. Today, students picked up their caps and gowns…
For the past three days, crews have been battling a brush fire that broke out in central Harrison County on Saturday and it’s ongoing hot spots sparking more fires throughout the area although the massive brush fire from the weekend…
As the coronavirus continues wreaking havoc on the world, two U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officers right here on the Coast lent a helping hand to a fallen veteran’s family. Petty Officer Terrance Gray and Petty Officer Don Gerald are seen…
Times are ‘ruff’ for many here on the Gulf Coast, including our furry friends and local animal rescue groups. Our coastal animal shelters have either closed or have limited their animal intake because of the coronavirus and that’s caused a…
As of now, around $10,000 has been raised to help feed our local health care heroes. Elite Screen Printing in Gulfport has been selling t-shirts that ‘salute our health care and front line heroes.’ One hundred percent of the proceeds…
Some Mississippi retail shopkeepers are preparing to reopen as Governor Tate Reeves begins easing restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic. When you think retail in South Mississippi, D’Iberville’s Promenade might come to mind. Today, D’Iberville officials say they will be opening…
Two suspects are in the Jackson County Adult Detention Center charged with aggravated assault in an overnight shooting of two people. Sheriff Mike Ezell says deputies found one of the victims, 18-year old Marcello English, lying deceased in the road…
On April 26, 2020 State Troopers responded to a crash at the intersection of MS63 and MS614-Wade Vancleave Road that claimed the life of a Jackson County resident. Troopers said it appeared a motorcycle, driven by Terry Wayne Oswalt, a…
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Kenneth Lee King Jr., of Gulfport, MS. King is described to police officers as a black male, 34 years old, he is 5’09” and 237 lbs.…
As the coronavirus crisis enters another week, churches here on the Coast continue to find ways to bring food to those in need. Members of Triumph Church in Gulfport were out early Saturday morning handing out food to people in…
One consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic is the cancellation of live musical acts and closure of venues. While bars and restaurant dining rooms may be closed right now, one local musician is still bringing people the joys of live music…
Local leaders are reacting to Governor Tate Reeves’ safer-at-home order issued on Friday. Mayor Mario King of Moss Point has been critical of the state government’s response to COVID-19 but says the governor’s new order is a step in the…
Some limited services in Jackson County are set to resume this week. Beaches in the county will open up today with signs put up reminding folks of proper social distancing guidelines. Additionally, the beaches will be monitored by county constables…
GULFPORT, Miss.—A temporary Memorial Physician Clinic Drive-Up COVID-19 Screening and Testing site will be available Tuesday, April 28, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Woolmarket Civic Center, 16320 Old Woolmarket Road, Biloxi. Individuals are urged to visit the temporary site if they…
GAUTIER, Mississippi (April 27, 2020) — The City of Gautier will distribute free hand sanitizer to Gautier residents at the Singing River Mall property this Thursday from 9 a.m. until noon, while supplies last. Each vehicle will receive one 6-ounce…
By agreement of Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann and Speaker of the House Philip Gunn, the Mississippi Legislature will reconvene the 2020 Legislative Session on Monday, May 18. The Legislature recessed its 125-day Session temporarily on March 18, following the Governor’s…
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV) — One man is dead after a shooting overnight in Jackson County. Investigators found the body of a man lying near the intersection of Amherst and Hamilton Drive. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says the body…
Two more deaths from COVID-19 were reported in Mississippi on Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 229. There were 183 more cases reported on Sunday; the state now stands at 6,094 statewide. In South Mississippi, there were 16 new cases…
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Some Mississippi shopkeepers will start reopening their retail businesses on Monday as Gov. Tate Reeves begins easing restrictions imposed because of the coronavirus pandemic. The governor’s stay-at-home order that has been in place since the evening of April…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A large brush fire between Long Beach and Gulfport is now contained, but could flare up again, according to officials. Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan tells WXXV the fire is under control and there…
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Long time Coast doctor Albert Diaz was released from federal prison on Thursday after serving over 60 percent of his sentence in a compound pharmacy scheme. Diaz had been in prison since March 2nd, 2018 when a federal jury convicted…
Starbucks is extending its offer of free coffee to first responders and front line health care workers. The offer is now good across the U.S. and Canada through May 31st. Since announcing the offer on March 25th, Starbucks says its…
The Gulfport Main Street Association is challenging all residents to a selfie contest. It’s called ‘Fish Faced Friday.’ Show off your best fish face with a selfie at the new Mississippi Aquarium, Robert Waldrop Artwork, or other murals on the…