Fair Housing and Heirs’ Property Workshop
The City of D’Iberville and the Mississippi Center for Justice are hosting a Fair Housing and Heirs’ Property Workshop tonight. At this workshop, you can learn more about the Fair…
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WJZD celebrates 30 years
WJZD celebrates 30 years of broadcasting on the Mississippi Coast. The radio station celebrated the milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony along with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. After serving…
Six Former Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers Sentenced for Torturing and Abusing Two Black Men
WASHINGTON – Six former Mississippi law enforcement officers were sentenced this week for torturing and abusing two Black men in Rankin County, Mississippi. Senior District Judge Tom Lee sentenced the defendants to terms in prison ranging from 10 to 40…
Singing River Connect and Jackson County are providing free Wi-Fi at Hurley’s Lum Cumbest Park
Singing River Connect is announcing its partnership with Jackson County to provide free Wi-Fi service at Lum Cumbest Park in Hurley. At East Central Civic Association’s Old Fashion Day event on Saturday, March 23, Singing River Connect representatives will visit with…
Arrested on felony charges of fleeing, assault on a law enforcement officer, and other charges
On March 20th, Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley announced the arrest of 41-year-old Christopher Colt Brown of Diamondhead on felony charges of felony fleeing, assault on a law enforcement officer, and federal drugs and firearms violations. Harrison County Sheriff’s Office…
One suspect in custody, another being sought in vulnerable adult exploitation case
Pascagoula Police have charged one person and are searching for another suspect in an exploitation of a vulnerable adult case. On Tuesday, police arrested 41-year-old Dandalone Herrera-Johnson on a charge of exploitation of a vulnerable adult. She was taken to…
M. Emmet Walsh, unforgettable character actor from ‘Blood Simple,’ ‘Blade Runner,’ dies at 88
BY ANDREW DALTON LOS ANGELES (AP) — M. Emmet Walsh, the character actor who brought his unmistakable face and unsettling presence to films including “Blood Simple” and “Blade Runner,” has died at age 88, his manager said Wednesday. Walsh died from cardiac arrest…
Harrison County Sheriff's Office holds Shop with a Cop at Academy Sports + Outdoor
The Harrison County sheriff’s office was at Academy Sports and Outdoors, on Wednesday, letting kids pick out the latest and greatest gear. The shopping binge was held by the sheriff’s office…
Local church celebrates 120 years by hosting community events, scholarship gala
Morning Star Baptist Church has been hosting multiple events this March to celebrate this anniversary. The church has held community events for the youth, young adults, and…
Morning Star Baptist Church celebrates 120 years of resilience and unity
Since 1904 - in a residential Gulfport neighborhood - the community has joined together for worship at Morning Star Baptist Church. Morning Star Baptist Church has been around for…
Governor Tate Reeves signs multiple bills into law
Governor Tate Reeves signed two bills on Tuesday designating special days for groups and another for hunting. Reevs signed House Bill 124 that designated the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Day. He also signed House Bill 365, designating…
‘A Femininity and Care Part VI’ event by Manners 2 Grace on March 23rd
A non-profit organization will be hosting an event in Picayune this Saturday. Manners 2 Grace is an organization focusing on creating a path for youth and women to achieve their goals. The ‘A Femininity Brunch and Care VI’ will be…
Former Ellisville deputy city clerk sentenced in embezzlement case
State Auditor Shad White announced Wednesday that former Ellisville Deputy City Clerk Emerald Wuertz pleaded guilty to embezzlement. Wuertz was arrested by agents in September of 2023 and served with a $41,246.20 demand letter. Wuertz is guilty of altering customers'…
IMMS Sea Turtle release Thursday in Biloxi
The next sea turtle release in South Mississippi gets underway tomorrow. It’s the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies first one of 2024. The IMMS team will gather on the…
Man denied cigarettes charged with armed robbery
Gulfport Police have charged a man with armed robbery after he was denied sale of cigarettes. Police arrested 25-year-old Anival Avila and charged him with armed robbery. He was taken to the Harrison County jail and held on $100,000 bond.…
1 of 6 former officers in Mississippi gets 40 years for racist torture of 2 Black men
A fourth former Mississippi sheriff’s deputy has been sentenced for his part in torturing two Black men. Christian Dedmon was sentenced Wednesday to 40 years in federal prison, hours after Daniel Opdyke was sentenced to 17.5 years. Two former deputies,…
TRAFFIC ALERT: VEHICLE FIRE ON I-10W BEFORE EXIT 57
There is a vehicle fire on I-10 headed west. The fire is in Jackson County just before Exit 57. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Cal Robertson, there were on injuries. Both…
Pearl River Community College annual Career Fair
The annual Career Fair is taking place at Pearl River Community College. The fair offers opportunities to network with industry professionals, explore exciting career opportunities, and take your career to new heights. If you are interested in stopping by the…
New housing project in Pass Christian
The property is the former location of the St. Paul Catholic Church and has remained vacant since 2005 after being destroyed during Hurricane Katrina. “And the rest of the property has been…
Biloxi council delays Black Spring Break permit decision amid safety concerns
The Biloxi City Council was set to meet to take up an appeal on a permit request for a plot of land during Black Spring Break, which…
Wiggins plans for downtown boardwalk
Last month, the City of Wiggins received a $1.25 million grant from MDOT for a downtown boardwalk. The grant was first reported by the Stone County Enterprise. The boardwalk will run…
Dunk a Deputy happening on Saturday
The public will be able to dunk a deputy this weekend! Dunking a deputy will happen at Hurley Old Fashion Day at the Lum Cumbest Park. Balls for the dunking start at one for $3, two for $5, and six…
Stone County Library hosting celebration for Mr. Rogers' birthday
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Wednesday, March 20 is Mr. Rogers' birthday and the Stone County Library is celebrating with fun crafts, stories, and other fun ways to celebrate. The celebration will run from3:30 to 4:30 in the…
Harrison County Board of Supervisors announces Robert Collins as County Administrator
Gulfport, Mississippi – March 19, 2024 - Harrison County Board of Supervisors is pleased to announce Robert Collins as County Administrator for Harrison County, Mississippi. With a notable career spanning 28 years with AT&T, as an Associate Director, CNIO in…