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Arrest made in Gulfport shooting that left one injured

On July 8, 2021, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 34-year-old, Rose Madge Madison and charged her with one count of Aggravated Assault. Madison’s bond was set at $150,000. On July 8, 2021, at approximately 10:08 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department…

Accreditation renewed for City of Gulfport Public Works

On June 21, 2021, the American Public Works Association (APWA) officially granted the City of Gulfport Public Works Department accreditation status for the 2nd consecutive time. This process includes the completion of a Department Wide Self-Assessment (385 practices), application for…

Quinlan-Hammond Hall of Honor taking shape on USM Campus

When Maj. Gen. Jeff Hammond outlined his vision for a first-class veterans program at The University of Southern Mississippi, the retired U.S. Army commander was clear-eyed about the challenges involved. He never flinched, or lost faith in a mission that…

Update: Man shot multiple times in morning shooting

Gulfport Police is investigating a Thursday morning shooting that sent one man to the hospital in critical condition Police Sgt. Jason DuCre said dispatch received a call at 10:08 a.m. about a shooting at 41st Street and Searle Avenue. When…

Plans for Buc-ee’s on the Coast

As anticipation grows for the new Buc-ee’s coming to the Coast, first some infrastructure changes are needed to support the expected volume of shoppers. The Texas-based convenient store and ultimate…

Hospital job fair at the Win Job Center in Gulfport

Singing River Health System in Gulfport is hosting events this week, starting with a job fair tomorrow. Thursday, July 8th, from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. at the Win Job Center, on-the-spot job offerings and $500 plus bonuses will be…

Workforce development for teens

Mississippi Power teamed up with the City of Moss Point and some other groups to work with older teens on job search skills, career awareness, and the motivation of making better choices.…

Street flooding off Three Rivers Road

Over the last two days central Harrison County has received over 12 inches of rain. As flood warnings are issued near the Biloxi River and Wolf River, streets have become…

Gulfport man pleads guilty to touching of a child

Gulfport, Miss. – District Attorney W. Crosby Parker announced today that Rickey Roger McGill, 63, of Gulfport, plead guilty to touching of a child for lustful purposes. Circuit Court Judge Randi P. Mueller sentenced McGill to 15 years in the…