January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. It’s the perfect reminder for women to get their annual pap smears that can detect cancer. One year ago, Kelly Ardoin had her regular…
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Rep. Mike Ezell discusses committee assignments
Now that we know Congressman Mike Ezell has been appointed to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and Homeland Security, we wanted to talk with him about what that could mean…
Investigation continues in deadly fire at William Bell Apartment Complex in Gulfport
The Gulfport Fire Department is still investigating the early Wednesday morning fire at the William Bell apartment complex. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley said…
Biloxi High School changing to virtual classes Friday, January 27th, 2023
Biloxi High School is currently experiencing a water pressure problem and they are troubleshooting solutions. The school is changing Friday, January 27, 2023 to a day of virtual instruction for Biloxi High School students. This change does not impact any…
Mardi Gras bead drive for Mississippi Heroes
Mississippi Heroes is inviting you to get involved with its Mardi Gras fun with the help of Champion Chrysler Dodge Jeep in Gulfport. Mississippi Heroes is an organization that…
Ocean Springs Chef named James Beard semifinalist for ‘best chef south region’
A chef from an Ocean Springs restaurant is up for a James Beard Award. Alex Perry of Vestige Restaurant is a semifinalist for ‘best…
MGCCC President Dr. Mary Graham named one of the top CEOs by Mississippi Business Journal
The accolades keep coming for Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College President Dr. Mary Graham. She was just selected by the Mississippi…
Long Beach cleaning up spilled fuel on railroad tracks
Long Beach Police and Public Works are in the process of cleaning up a fuel leak on the tracks at Lang Avenue. Assistant Chief Bruce Carver said…
Update on victims in Gulfport apartment fire
New details released on the condition of three of the victims in yesterday’s apartment fire. The mother and child who were in critical condition are showing signs of improvement.…
Gulfport PD searching for missing 16-year-old Olivia Buckley
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a runaway juvenile, Olivia Buckley, of Gulfport, MS. Buckley is described to Police Officers as a black female, 16 years old, she is 5’01”, 130 lbs., with black hair,…
Gulfport Police investigating scene near Grace Temple Baptist Church
Gulfport Police are part of a multi-jurisdictional investigation that appears to be centered on Old Highway 49. A victim suffering from a gunshot wound was found in…
Secretary of State Michael Watson running for re-election
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson has filed to run for re-election. Secretary Watson says he is not at peace leaving office while there is more to be…
Mississippi Sound Coalition meets following U.S District Court ruling
The Mississippi Sound Coalition met to discuss their future plans following the U.S. District Court’s ruling last Wednesday. On January 18th, the U.S. District Court ruled that…
Governor Tate Reeves speaks to WXXV
Governor Tate Reeves says Mississippi is in the best financial shape it has ever been in. Lawmakers are sitting on a $4 billion revenue surplus going into the legislative session.…
Woman shot in the head working an Uber shift last week in Gulfport
Linda Buford was shot working her Uber shift last Friday by a passenger in Gulfport near Tennessee Street and Chicago Avenue. Seventeen-year-old Trinyell…
Harrison County School District using new trays to supplement disposable packaging
The Harrison County School District’s Child Nutrition Department is making lunch eco-friendly. Reusable lunch trays are now being used in all Harrison County School District…
Gulfport Singing River hosts students for Career Exploration Day
Biloxi High School’s medical science class was invited to spend the day at Gulfport Singing River Hospital. Biloxi High students are seeing their future careers in action.…
Back Bay Mission holds open forum in Biloxi to discuss homelessness
Back Bay Mission had their second annual open forum at Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi. The forum was open for anyone in the community…
Overnight storm causes damage to homes in Jackson County
The South Pointe Community of Jackson County is coming together after the overnight storms left several houses damaged. Wind gusts of up to 83 miles per hour…
Tax season already? Some tips for avoiding stress and scams
NEW YORK (AP) — For many people filing U.S. tax returns — especially those doing it for their first time — it can be a daunting task that’s often left to the last minute. But if you want to avoid…
Severe weather threat moves east after tornadoes hit Texas
PASADENA, Texas (AP) — A winter storm that brought severe weather to the Gulf Coast and wintry precipitation to the north was headed east Wednesday, a day after tornadoes caused widespread damage in the Houston area and injured three people…
Pascagoula mayor offers updates on growth, development at state of the city
Pascagoula mayor Dr. Jay Willis is delivered a state of the city address to during a luncheon with the Pascagoula Rotary Club at Grand Magnolia Ballroom. Willis updated the public on growth…
Two die in overnight fire at William Bell Apartments in Gulfport
Two children are dead as a result of an overnight fire at William Bell Apartments in Gulfport. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer confirmed the deaths.…
Biloxi native finds out his uncle is WWII hero
A mindless Google search led to a family discovering their family member is a hero. One day, retired Air Force veteran John Lindsley decided to Google search…