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COVID-19 hits tourism industry hard

The Mississippi Gulf Coast relies heavily on the tourism industry to drive its economy and now the Coast is taking a huge hit thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic. When you think of tourism in South Mississippi you think casinos, beaches,…

Local businesses feeling the impact of COVID-19

Today, President Trump is speaking to all 50 governors to gauge when each state’s leader believes it will be best to reopen for business. While Mississippi’s reopening date has not yet been announced, one thing is for certain: our local…

Tunnel to Towers Foundation joins the COVID-19 fight

Known for its financial assistance to families of fallen soldiers and first responders, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation is now stepping up to help families of healthcare workers who are battling COVID-19. Frank Siller, the CEO of the Tunnel to…

Bonnet Carre Spillway closure procedures begin

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New Orleans District began the closing process at Bonnet Carre Spillway yesterday, based on the reduced flows in the Mississippi River at Red River Landing. The Army Corps will continue to assess conditions of…

Drive-up testing offered in Biloxi Thursday

A drive-up COVID-19 screening and testing will take place in Biloxi Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the Biloxi Civic Center on Howard Avenue. The one-day testing, which is open to all ages, is…