Local News

Coast Mayors to attend Rising Tides Conference in New Hampshire

Mississippi Gulf Coast Mayors Connie Moran of Ocean Springs, Billy Hewes of Gulfport and Chipper McDermott of Pass Christian will join a bipartisan group of more than 30 mayors and local officials to raise awareness that coastal flooding/sea level rise demands more attention from leaders at all levels of government.

Fins Up, Flags Down

The University of Mississippi’s Associated Student Body Senate voted last night for the call to remove the state flag from the university’s grounds.

Motor Vehicle for Hire Controversy

Today the Biloxi City Council invited taxi drivers and companies to voice their opinions on proposed rules and regulations that would govern the Motor Vehicle for Hire Authority.

Swing for a Cause

Oversized marshmallows were flying through the air today at the Bridges Golf Course at the Hollywood Casino in Bay St. Louis.

SRHS in Chancery Court

The year-long legal battle with Singing River and the retirees continues as the two sides met in Jackson County Chancery Court this morning.

Mississippi under Statewide Burn Ban

At the request and advice of the Mississippi Forestry Commission, Gov. Phil Bryant has signed a proclamation initiating a statewide burn ban. The ban is effective immediately and remains in force until lifted.

Ingalls Shipbuilding

Ingalls Shipbuilding is already working on one of its newest DDG destroyers the Paul Ignatius DDG 117. Today, they held a Keel Authentication Ceremony to honor its namesake. Details at 5:30 on NBC.

Shuckers And Brewers To Play Exhibition Game At MGM Park

The Biloxi Shuckers will host their parent club, the Milwaukee Brewers, in an exhibition game at MGM Park next Spring. The game will take place on Saturday, April 2 at 1:10 pm. MGM Park gates will open at 11:00 am.