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Wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify two females who are suspects in an alleged shoplifting incident which occurred on March 6, 2019. The suspects entered a business in the 2600 block of Beach Blvd,…

Harrah’s Gulf Coast Job Fair

Harrah’s Gulf Coast will host a job fair on Saturday. They will be hiring for security officers, table and games dealers, and pool staff. They say experience for these positions is preferred, but not required. Those interested are encouraged to…

Ocean Springs School District Job Fair

If you’ve been on the job hunt lately you might be in luck! The Ocean Springs School District is hosting a job fair tomorrow from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Ocean Springs High School. It’s an opportunity for those interested…

Beauvoir preparing for BBQ and Music Festival

Employees at Beauvoir are busy working to get things up and running for the two day annual BBQ and Music Festival. That includes preparing the grounds of the historic home, setting up vendor spots and prepping for the antique car…

Wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify a subject who allegedly shoplifted item(s) displayed for sale, on March 5, 2019 at about 12:35pm. The incident occurred in the 900 block of Cedar Lake Rd.  The…

Winn-Dixie collecting for tornado relief

Winn-Dixies across the nation are setting up to help those affected in Sunday’s devastating tornado. Southeastern Grocer, the parent company of Winn-Dixie, announced this community donation program in partnership with the American Red Cross. Through March 19th you can go…

Historical markers in D’Iberville

Something new for the City of D’Iberville may be making its mark soon, historical markers that is. Ocean Springs Genealogical Society held a meeting tonight to discuss this possibility. There are already multiple locations in the D’Iberville area where these…

Bringing oysters back to the Gulf Coast

Seafood lovers rejoice! There might soon be more Mississippi oysters to go around thanks to funding from the BP oil spill. Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United Executive Director Ryan Bradley said, “Mississippi’s coast down here in Biloxi and Pass Christian was…

Nationwide manhunt continues, suspect could be on the Coast

The manhunt continues for a former Georgia attorney accused of murdering his mother. The murder occurred just hours before the man was set to report to prison. Richard Merritt was found guilty in January of defrauding more than a dozen…

Two years since deadly train vs. bus crash in Biloxi

It was just two years ago today that four people lost their lives when the bus they were traveling on was hit by a freight train. Memories of the incident prompting more safety regulations at railroad crossings in the area.…

‘Throw M Again’ Bead Recycling

With Mardi Gras over, you are probably left with tons of beads that you may not know what to do with. The clients at Gulf Coast Industries will take those beads! Every year they take these leftover beads and clean…

Gulfport PD rescued over 100 guinea pigs

On March 7, 2019 the Gulfport Police Department, assisted by the Humane Society of South Mississippi, rescued over 100 Guinea Pigs from a residence in the Southern Oaks Community. Officers were investigating a burglary at an unrelated address when they…

Local veteran celebrates 102nd birthday

A special birthday party happened this afternoon for one Navy veteran on our Coast. “I don’t feel like I’m 102, that’s a big number. I feel great.” Marion Ritchie was born in 1917 and served as a Navy Yeoman’s Captain…

Beau Rivage celebrate 20 years on the Coast

The Beau Rivage opened its doors nearly 20 years ago and the tallest building in Mississippi continues to thrive. Now, they’re asking you to celebrate this milestone with them. The 20th anniversary celebration lasts through the month of March with…

Coast restaurants prepare for Lent

Today marks the start of the Lenten season and local restaurants are gearing up for business. With most people not choosing to eat meat on Friday’s, seafood restaurants expect to see a spike in crowds. Gulfport resident Belinda Nelson said,…

Veterans compete in Creative Arts Competition

The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System held their annual Creative Arts Competition today. The competition features multiple categories of art, including creative writings, dance, drama, and music. All veterans who are enrolled in the health system were allowed to enter.…

Fit for a Cure

You have a chance today to help reduce the number of breast cancer deaths. At Dillard’s in the Edgewater Mall, the Fit for a Cure event is happening now. Receive a complimentary bra fitting and the bra company will donate…

Moss Point mayor tackles mental health issues

Mental health is a growing issue across the United States and even right here on the Coast. Moss Point Mayor Mario King said, “Over the course of the last two years since I have been mayor we have seen at…

Juvenile charged with armed robbery

A juvenile from Saucier is being charged as an adult on one count of armed robbery. According to Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson, employees of the Family Dollar on Old Highway 49 in Saucier reported the armed robbery. Witnesses says…