Jackson County

Body found near Seaman Road in Vancleave

Jackson County Sheriff’s investigators are trying to identify a body found Wednesday morning. Chief Deputy Sheriff John Ledbetter says shortly before 8 a.m., a county maintenance employee found the body in the woods about 50 yards from Seaman Road in…

Ocean Springs approves new speed limit on Magnolia Avenue

Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson along with the board of aldermen agreed to define the speed limit on Magnolia Avenue. Residents in Ocean Springs presented the recommendation to lower the speed limit to the board in previous meetings. The board…

Pet of the week

Tuesday's Pet of week from Jackson County Animal Shelter features Sunny!

'My Singing River' now supports medical records on iPhone app

Singing River Health System has announced a new way they plan to store patient’s medical records. Singing River Health System's electronic medical records platform, 'My Singing River,' will now support health records on an iPhone app. This will bring together…

Possible Threat at Gautier Middle School

Gautier Middle School students evacuated the building this morning after the school received an anonymous threatening call. School officials do not believe the threat to be credible. Students on campus were secured as a precautionary measure, and parents arrived on…

Search for man stealing packages at Gautier home

The Gautier Police Department needs help identifying a man seen on the property of a north Gautier home last night stealing multiple packages. Police say an unidentified white male seen in security video entered the property wearing a blue shirt…

Senior Awareness Health Fair

The Jackson County Senior Awareness Committee is once again making it easier for seniors in the community to get informed on healthcare. Today, they held a senior health fair in Pascagoula at the Jackson County Civic Center. Dozens of healthcare…

Accident on I-10 near Exit 57 in Jackson County

A single vehicle crash in Jackson County held up traffic this morning. The accident happened around 10:30 this morning on Interstate 10 between Exit 57 and Gautier-Vancleave Road. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol, it was a two vehicle crash. Spokesman…

Moss Point police identify body found in vehicle

On Tuesday, December 11th, 2018, officers responded to the area of Earl Boulevard in reference to a suspicious vehicle in the area. Officers located the vehicle, a red 2007 Chrysler 300, in an abandon wooded area. Officers discovered a deceased…

Pascagoula daycare shut down after toddler attacked

A daycare where an 18-month-old boy was assaulted by a four-year-old has been shut down. Dakota Hudson was allegedly attacked at the daycare called Pooh and the Crew, located in Pascagoula, on Thursday while the operator was not in the…

Zero adoption fee at Jackson County Animal Shelter

If you are looking for a furry friend right now is the perfect time to adopt a cat or a dog. The Jackson County Animal Shelter is currently undergoing construction to upgrade their facilities. Even though in the end the…

Celebration of Excellence at Ocean Springs High

The Ocean Springs School District is ranked number one on the Coast and number three in the state. Today, the school district gathered at Ocean Springs High School to celebrate their academic excellence. Teachers were recognized, but also students for…

Oyster relay at the Pascagoula Causeway Reef

An MDMR oyster relay kicked off at sunrise this morning in Pascagoula. Fishermen were seen out bright and early working hard to get their supplies together to get out onto the water. MDMR provided the fishermen with sacks for the…

Trenchard speaks to Home of Grace graduating class

Todd Trenchard had a chance today to return to where his journey began at the Home of Grace. He spoke to the graduating class at the home about his story. Trenchard spoke on how to stay sober and what discipline…

Annual Christmas Tree lighting in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs officially kicked off the Christmas spirit with their annual tree lighting at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center. Dozens of families showed up to enjoy the beautiful lights set up on Government Street and enjoy some Christmas music…

Bob Boyte Honda Dealership coming to Moss Point

Residents of Moss Point can expect a new Honda dealership to hit the city soon. Bob Boyte Honda will be located past the Wendy’s and Burger King off the 63 corridor. The dealership will contribute to the tax base and…

Ocean Springs wins in court to fly state flag

A federal appeals court will not revive a lawsuit that tried to block Ocean Springs from flying the state flag that includes the confederate battle emblem. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals is upholding a district judge’s decision that…

Juvenile arrested for aggravated assault in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs police responded to Westbrook Street at the Westgate Apartments for a complaint of a firearm possibly being discharged. After arriving on scene, officers were advised of an incident between two juveniles that led to a firearm being discharged.…

A look into the 2019 Legislative Session

During the legislative review, lawmakers spoke about the success of the special session that took place this summer and said they are ready to tackle new issues as they move into the upcoming session. The session will begin on January…

Local and state leaders reach to election results

Last night’s election results were at the top of the agenda at this morning’s legislative preview at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula. There were mixed emotions from local and state leaders as they weighed in on the outcome. Senator Brice…

Moss Point police need help identifying suspect

Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley is asking the public’s help identifying the driver allegedly involved in a home invasion Sunday morning on Frederick Street. Chief Ashley says detectives have spoken to the owner and currently need help looking to…