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Man arrested for assaulting Biloxi police officer

In Biloxi, a man has been charged with assault on a police officer. On Wednesday, Biloxi police arrested 53-year-old James Andrew Padgett of Pensacola, Florida on a charge of simple assault of a law enforcement officer after an assault complaint…

Navy ship to be named USS Thad Cochran

After his passing nearly seven months ago, the US Navy announced they will name a ship after former US Senator Thad Cochran. The announcement came today from Navy Secretary Richard Spencer. Spencer said the future guided-missile destroyer will be called…

Self-defense measures

With the growing concern for the safety of girls and young ladies throughout the country as disappearances and kidnappings become more prevalent, the self-defense experts at the Combat Academy in Gulfport are making it their mission to share tips you…

Fire dog reporting for duty in Biloxi

The Biloxi Fire Department has added a new spotted member to its staff. Say hello to the newest addition to the Biloxi Fire Department, Jack. Jack is a one-year-old Dalmatian. He started at the fire station less than a week…

William Carey University hosting criminal justice career fair

Are you interested in a career in criminal justice? Tomorrow might be the perfect time for you to find a job. The Criminal Justice Department at William Carey University’s tradition campus is hosting a criminal career fair tomorrow. Many different…

Republican Michael Watson to work to change election system

Mississippi’s incoming Secretary of State Michael Watson says he will work to change a Jim Crow-era election system for statewide races. Mississippi’s 1890 constitution requires a statewide candidate to win a majority of both the popular vote and the 122…

Keeping your pets safe in cold weather

As the temperature continues to drop, we can’t stress enough the importance of keeping pets, both indoor and out, safe and warm this season. The most important thing to remember is if you’re cold your pet is cold. Know your…

Join ‘Millie’s Movement’

One student at North Bay Elementary School in Bay St. Louis is trying to save Christmas one band at a time and you can join her mission. Millie Brignone is a fourth grader selling wristbands for $3 in order to…

Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum opens Nov. 19th

On Howard Avenue, they’re putting the finishing touches on the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. A special opening gala is scheduled for tomorrow evening at 6 p.m. Admission to the event is a $75 donation. Formerly the Mardi Gras Museum, once…

Biloxi seeks to save oak tree on Azalea Drive

The City of Biloxi is hoping to save a decades-old live oak on Azalea Drive that some residents are concerned about. The city was made aware of the situation by some of the residents from the neighborhood who complained that…

Train vs. tractor-trailer accident in Biloxi

Just before 10 a.m. a tractor-trailer was hit by a train in Biloxi. According to Major Chris De Back with Biloxi police, the driver of the tractor-trailer parked too close to the track as he was making a delivery on…

5th annual Veterans Tribute Tri-Art-A-Thon at MGCCC

The message from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in Perkinston is ‘thank you’ to those who served our country both past and present. Tonight, the 5th annual Veterans Tribute Tri-Art-A-Thon kicked off and was full of gratitude. The event featured…

Mississippi Restoration Summit

The annual Mississippi Restoration Summit held an open house and community conversations event. The public was invited to the open house that featured representatives from various local and federal organizations, all with the goal of educating the public on the…

‘Family Feud Live’ at the Beau Rivage

One of the most popular game-shows is making its way to the Gulf Coast this weekend and you could be a part of it. ‘Family Feud Live’ hits the stage this Saturday and Sunday at the Beau Rivage. Comedian Rubin…

Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport adds flight to Nashville

A new affordable flight will be departing from the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport. Allegiant Airlines has announced a new non-stop service from Gulfport to Nashville beginning February 15th, 2020. To celebrate the company is offering one-way fares on the new route…