Sandy is in need of a loving home!
In light of the pandemic, we're trying to shed some light on our homeless pets that are in need of a family especially during a time like this. Today's pet of the day is from the Jackson County animal shelter.…
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Twenty-five total positive tests at Singing River Health System
Singing River Health System has tested 418 individuals for COVID-19 from the beginning of this outbreak through the end-of-day, Wednesday. SRHS providers have taken more than 4,000 calls on the Singing River Coronavirus Hotline since they started tracking the calls,…
MDEQ Lifts Beach Water Contact Advisory in Pass Christian
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted a water contact advisory Thursday for Station 5 (Pass Christian West Beach). Water samples at this station show the area has attained acceptable bacteria…
Mississippi sheriff: Inmate pregnant after 'quickie' with another inmate
NATCHEZ, Miss. (AP) -- Authorities in Mississippi said a female inmate is pregnant after she had a "quickie" with another inmate in jail. Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten said the pregnancy was confirmed by a nurse practitioner. Patten says trusted…
Mississippi eases graduation and third-grade rules in wake of COVID-19
By JEFF AMY Associated Press Mississippi's education leaders moved to ease the way for seniors to graduate and third graders to move on to fourth grade in the face of closed schools. The state Board of Education voted last week…
Mississippi jobless claims tough to file as virus increases demand
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - The Mississippi agency that handles unemployment claims is getting 10 times the usual number of phone calls as people seek help amid the coronavirus pandemic. Jackie Turner is executive director…
Biloxi Police asking public's help to identify theft suspect
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting the public's help to identify a white male who is a suspect in the theft of an electronic bicycle on March 18. The bike was taken in the 2600 block of C.T. Switzer Blvd.…
Mississippi Department of Health reports 108 new COVID-19 cases bringing statewide total to 485
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Thursday morning, the Mississippi State Department of Health announced 108 new cases of coronavirus in the Magnolia State. The total for COVID-19 cases Mississippi now stands at 485, with 2776 individuals tested by the MSDH Public…
Second Ingalls Shipbuilding employee positive for COVID-19; company offering "absence pay" and "liberal leave"
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — A second employee has tested positive for the novel coronavirus at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula. The first case of COVID-19 at Ingalls Shipbuilding was announced Sunday night. According to a statement from Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian…
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Coast man offering free lawn care for medical professionals
A Coast man is making a point to show all health care professionals just how much they are appreciated after being on the front lines of this pandemic. If you were driving on Pass Road on Wednesday, you may have…
Republican runoff for second congressional district postponed due to COVID-19
The Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office is working around the clock to ensure the safety of Mississippians everywhere. In light of the spread of COVID-19, the Republican runoff set for the second congressional district scheduled for March 31st is postponed.…
Covid-19 impacting businesses on the Coast
The way we do business here on the Coast has definitely changed to some degree with some places having to close down temporarily or even for good. Anyone who has stopped by Shawn’s Petit Bois Liquor Store knows its owner,…
COVID-19: Two New Deaths in Mississippi, Five Total
Tonight the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports two new deaths from coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi. The cases were a Wilkinson County male 85-90 years old with underlying conditions who died while hospitalized, and a Tunica County female 75-80…
Coast businessman Drew Allen passed away
A well-known Coast businessman passed away recently in Gulfport. Drew Allen II died at the age of 68. After his father’s death in 1991, Drew became CEO and president of Allen Beverages. Born in Gulfport and a graduate of Mississippi…
Chick-fil-A on Hwy 49 in Gulfport closed due to Coronavirus concern
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — WXXV has learned a team member that worked at Chick-fil-A on Highway 49 has been in close contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19. Immediately after learning this team member started to experience symptoms similar to those…
COVID-19: Third Death in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. – Today the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports the third death from coronavirus (COVID-19) in Mississippi. The case was a male 65-70 years old from Webster County with underlying health conditions. He died while hospitalized. Currently,…
Alan Belcher MMA Club offering online classes
Still trying to figure out how you’re going to stay in shape while at home or still trying to find activities for the kids? Alan Belcher’s MMA Club in D’Iberville is providing an online source for all age groups. By…
57 new cases of COVID-19; State total up to 377 with two deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health announced today there are 57 new cases of COVID-19 in the state. The state total now stands at 377 confirmed cases and two deaths. MSDH reports 25 cases in Harrison County, 12 in Jackson…
Keesler announces three confirmed cases of COVID-19
KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. – Keesler Air Force Base is currently monitoring three positive cases of COVID-19 for an active duty Airman, a spouse of a sister service member, and a retiree. The individuals are in isolation, and the…
Governor Tate Reeves says abortions in Mississippi should stop during the coronavirus outbreak
JACKSON, Miss. — During a press conference about Mississippi’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Tate Reeves said Tuesday that abortions should be classified as elective medical procedures and nonessential medical visits. The Mississippi State Department of Health halted all…
Woman arrested in Biloxi for aggravated assault after allegedly driving car into victim's vehicle with victim inside
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) —Biloxi Police have arrested 27-year-old De’aira Montgomery of Gulfport on a charge of aggravated assault. Montgomery’s arrest stems from an investigation in which she allegedly drove a vehicle into the driver’s side of the victim’s vehicle while…
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City of Ocean Springs falling in line with Health Department restrictions
In a continued effort to protect the community, Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson adopts the Mississippi health department's guideline. Mayor Shea Dobson and the board of aldermen voted Saturday to direct all residents to stay home, except to get food…