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Disagreements continue in Moss Point

It’s an issue Moss Point Board of Alderman and Mayor Mario King faced a lot in 2019, the proposed policy to implement mandates and cut the mayor’s pay by 15 percent. This year it’s a number one issue, still on…

IMMS learning from their sea turtles

Information is flooding into the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies from their three turtles that they released late last year. Following a lengthy rehab for most of 2019, IMMS released their turtles Fig Newton, Scar, and Shucker into the Mississippi…

Day of Racial Healing prayer breakfast

Over 70 events took place around the country to observe the National Day of Racial Healing, including a prayer breakfast this morning in Biloxi with the theme “a day of healing, a year of action” at the forefront. This is…

Renaissance the Runway

One of the signature events for the Bacot McCarty Foundation and a Coast favorite is just a little over a week away. This fashion show features local boutiques and shops from across the Coast and those wearing the clothes are…

Bringing justice to abused animals

You may remember Coco, the dog we introduced you to last week. He was left tied to a tree in the woods in Biloxi and later found by a hunter. Coco was microchipped by his previous adopter and Just Cause…

Working outside in the cold

If you’re lucky you haven’t had to spend much time out in this cold weather, but many don’t have a choice. All you have to do is walk outside to know it is cold out, but those who work outside…

Aggravated domestic assault arrest

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 27-year-old Phillip Michael Holder of Pensacola, Fl. for aggravated domestic assault. The arrest stemmed from an investigation where Holder allegedly assaulted the victim by strangulation while in the 1600 block of Pass Road, Biloxi MS.…

Shelter from the elements

The Salvation Army in Gulfport is lending a helping hand to those in need as temperatures dip below freezing. The cold weather shelter located on 22nd Street and open to everyone with a valid picture ID. The shelter opened at…

Remembering Gary Hargrove

Leaders and officials around the Mississippi Gulf Coast are remembering the life of Gary Hargrove. The former Harrison County coroner passed away on Friday from an undisclosed illness at the age of 64. It’s one of the most difficult jobs…

Special Needs Kickball Program

Biloxi’s Park and Recreation Department is ready to kick off their fifth annual Kickball Program for those with special needs. Tomorrow, the softball fields at Hiller Park will be packed with nearly 40 kids and adults of all ages with…

Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Schaefer stops by WXXV

Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Schaefer was this week’s ‘Mayoral Monday’ guest with plenty to discuss for the segment this morning. Mayor Schaefer spoke on the two juveniles in connection with the fire and vandalism of a home in Diamondhead. The mayor…

United Way of South Mississippi annual Diaper Drive

In celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day the United Way of South Mississippi joins the nation in making it a day of service. The organization kicked off its annual diaper drive to assist families throughout the area.  Unopened boxes…

Mississippi Power Day of Service

MLK Day is a day of remembrance and honor, but for those with Mississippi Power it’s also a perfect opportunity to give back. Starting bright and early this morning, employees and their families came out to volunteer at West Elementary…

Battle of the Bands at the Coast Coliseum

The talent went indoors to the Coast Coliseum for the annual ‘Battle of the Bands.’ High schools and colleges from across Mississippi, Alabama, and Louisiana filled up the Coliseum for a tradition that has been taking place for more than…

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade

Despite the cold weather, hundreds showed up for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade in Biloxi. Moss Point resident George B. said, “I want to give a congrats to Martin Luther King on his birthday, y’all give him…

‘The Soul to Dare’ at WAMA

This weekend marks the opening of a new and one-of-a-kind exhibit at the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. ‘The Soul to Dare’ opened at the museum on Saturday and highlights women artists across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Artwork from 11…

The Village Social Justice Symposium

Celebrations honoring Dr. Martin Luther King continued on Saturday in Moss Point with the goal of community outreach. The Village Symposium at Moss Point High School was a part of the MLK Coastwide Celebration and featured a health fair for…

MLK Prayer Breakfast

People of all ages gathered in Biloxi Saturday morning to discuss and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Zeta Mu Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity hosted a prayer breakfast honoring Dr. King at the…

Cold weather shelters open in South Mississippi

Some people in South Mississippi are seeking refuge from the cold at several shelters that opened Sunday here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. That includes the shelter at the D’Iberville Multi-Purpose Building off Automall Parkway. They are always in need…