The Bonnet Carre Spillway closed all of their bays on May 1st, but officials say the worst of its effects may still be yet to come. Moby Solangi with the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies says he believes we will…
Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan has lifted the burn ban for Harrison County, effective May 12. Sullivan strongly encourages anyone who participates in a burn to use extreme caution.
Looking for a job isn’t easy, especially during a global health crisis and that’s why Ingalls Shipbuilding is hosting a virtual online hiring event. If being a shipfitter, structural welder, pipe welder, or pipefitter sounds like it is up your…
(WXXV) — Tuesday, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 234 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 22 new deaths. Seven of those deaths were from prior weeks identified through death certificate investigation. The state total stands at…
The Jackson County Board of Supervisors voted to reopen County maintained parks from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. beginning Tuesday, May 12. Those who plan to use the parks are asked to adhere to the following guidelines: No more than…
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — An inmate was pronounced dead Monday in the hospital of the Mississippi State Penitentiary at Parchman, the state Department of Corrections said in a news release. Robert Floyd McGuire, 56, was taken to the hospital after…
Today marks the start of National Salvation Army Week and especially at this time it is a way for the Salvation Army on the Coast to celebrate the people who make it happen. Here on the Gulf Coast, the Salvation…
It’s the moment many have been waiting for: the chance to indulge in a new hairstyle or haircut. “Your clients become your friend. So, we definitely miss all of her friends and are ready for them to be back.” Sentiments…
The Jackson County Board of Supervisors voted today to reopen county maintained parks from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. beginning tomorrow, May 12. Those who plan to use the parks are asked to adhere to the following guidelines: No more…
A new wildlife rescue organization is educating the public about the benefits of evicting rather than trap and release especially at the height of raccoon mating season. Mockingbird Café Owner Alicein Schwabacher is all set to reopen to the public…
During times of need, the Gulf Coast is known to stick together and help our neighbors. Today was a great example of that. Today around 60 volunteers teamed up to feed nearly 600 Jackson County families who are a part…
Many businesses in our area are thankful to be up and running at least to some capacity again, but what does the big picture look like for our locally owned, small businesses? It’s often said art imitates life, but one…
(WXXV) — The Biloxi Police Department have arrested 20-year-old William Eugene Bridenbaker of Biloxi on charges of sexual battery and four counts of child pornography. The arrest was the result of an investigation into a complaint in which Bridenbaker allegedly…
Your next trip to the dentist will look slightly different now as dental offices in Mississippi continue to open in phases. Today begins phase three, allowing offices to resume non-essential visits for patients not at high-risk for COVID-19. While procedures…
Gyms in Mississippi were allowed to open back up today at 8 a.m. In order to stay open, gyms will have to follow strict sanitation guidelines. They will also have to be closed each day by 10 p.m. and no…
Staff at a Gulf Coast nursing facility teamed up with family members to put together a Mother’s Day celebration for residents at a safe distance. Cars decked out in decorations and signs lined the driveway at Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center…
Salons began the process of disinfecting their common areas as they prepared to welcome back guests. Crews from the Company Purteq spent part of the morning on Saturday spraying Lavish Salon with disinfectants in a multi-step process. As the crews…
Moss Point, MS – In response to emerging data that suggests racial and ethnic minority populations are bearing a disproportionate burden of illness and death from COVID-19, the Moss Point COVID-19 Community Outreach Project (MPCCOP) has partnered with Coastal Family…
On Monday, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 173 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 5 new deaths. Mississippi's total of COVID-19 cases since March 11 now stands at 9,674, with 435 deaths. The number of Mississippians currently…
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves says barbershops, salons and gyms can start reopening Monday but must take steps to slow the spread of the new coronavirus. Reeves made the announcement Friday. Reeves also extended his “safer at home” order by two…
One local trucker is among hundreds in Washington, D.C. asking the Trump Administration to support the trucking industry during the COVID-19 crisis. Charles Claburn is a D'Iberville resident and has been a trucker for 30 years. He says the trucking…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Flags and signs served as outlets for people's frustration on Saturday as they gathered to voice their concerns about individual rights in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 100 people gathered at the Lighthouse…
By Associated Press WOODLAND, Miss. (AP) — Three people have been shot and wounded at a house in northeast Mississippi. Clay County Sheriff Eddie Scott tells local news outlets that the shooting happened around 5 p.m. Saturday. The victims were…
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