Holiday Food Drop this Wednesday in Gulfport
Some organizations are getting into the spirit of Christmas by hosting a holiday food drop. This Wednesday at 10 a.m., families in need across the Coast can pull up in the parking lot of the Morning Star…
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Biloxi VA receives Moderna vaccine
After originally expecting to receive their shipment of the Moderna vaccine Monday morning to being told the vaccine would come Wednesday to now receiving it earlier today, the Biloxi Veterans Affairs Medical Center has finally administered the…
Holiday travel at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
The CDC is urging individuals not to travel this holiday season to reduce the risk of catching or spreading COVID-19. According to AAA, there’s expected to be 60 percent less flights booked this year. They’re also anticipating…
Phase 1A of COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan for Mississippi
Today Mississippi’s State Health Officer Dr. Thomas Dobbs held a press conference briefing the public on vaccine distribution. According to Dr. Dobbs, Mississippi is currently in phase 1A of its COVID-19 vaccination distribution plan, where he says…
MSDH reports 2,191 new COVID-19 cases and 79 new deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 2,191 new COVID-19 cases and 79 new deaths including one in Hancock County, four in Harrison County, and four in Jackson County. This is the single day record for…
Governor Tate Reeves announces additional COVID-19 Measures
JACKSON — Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced additional COVID-19 measures in an effort to keep Mississippians safe during this holiday season. The Executive Orders that are in place are set to expire on Friday, January 15th, 2021. The following counties have…
CASH 3 Draw winning numbers for December 21st, 2020
The CASH 3 Draw winning numbers for December 21st are: 7-0-2. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Biloxi VA prepares for Moderna COVID-19 vaccine arrival
With COVID-19 cases surging across the nation, anticipation for the distribution of vaccines is rising. The Moderna vaccine was scheduled to arrive at the Biloxi VA Hospital Monday morning with the first vaccine being administered Tuesday. However,…
House passes $900 billion COVID relief, catchall measure
By ANDREW TAYLOR Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) - The House has easily passed a $900 billion pandemic relief package. It would deliver long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19…
MDOT offers winter travel safety tips
The Mississippi Department of Transportation has some tips for drivers traveling this holiday season. Although South Mississippi may not experience your typical snowfall, weather conditions can change quickly, and they are prepared to respond to any winter…
Local church set to hold Christmas Eve service
One holiday tradition COVID-19 has really shaken up is Christmas Eve church services. While in-person church services have never been shut down by Mississippi’s governor, dozens of churches opted to hold services virtually as a precaution. Gulfport’s…
Last week to donate in Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign
Due to COVID-19, donations to the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign this year are a little different with less of the iconic Red Kettles and bellringers outside of local stores and more online options to give instead.…
Feed the Needy to distribute meals Christmas Day
Local law enforcement is back lending a helping hand to the community, providing a free meal for Christmas. This will be 31 years the Gulf Coast Public Safety Feed the Needy program has been helping feed those…
An early Christmas present: Organizations bring gifts to local children
A couple of Santa’s local helpers made sure the Christmas spirit made its way to the Gulf Coast. Christmas came early to the Ardoin family and others across the Coast as Extend a Hand, Help a Friend,…
MSDH reports 1,167 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 1,167 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths with no new deaths in the southern six counties. The statewide total stands at 195,500 cases and 4,411 deaths. Here’s a…
Autopsies set for inmate deaths
The Mississippi Department of Corrections said autopsies are being done on two inmates who have passed away. Seventy-seven year-old Ronald Allen Estelle died Friday at a Greenville hospital. He had been taken there from the Mississippi State…
Two officers arrested for smuggling contraband in Hinds County
Two detention officers have been accused of attempting to smuggle drugs and cell phones into a Hinds County jail. Hinds County Sheriff’s Department Captain Tyree Jones says that Keirra Clark and Patricia Sandifer were arrested Thursday after…
85th birthday drive-thru celebration
Living to be 85-years-old is a milestone to celebrate and the Barnett family couldn’t go without honoring their mother Irene’s special day. The backbone of the family is what they call her and they say she’s the…
Christmas on Lameuse
The City of Biloxi hosted its first ever Christmas on Lameuse. This drive-thru holiday treat gifted Christmas bags for children under 11 years old. Cars lined up in front of Biloxi City Hall awaiting a meeting with…
House of Healing in Gulfport served hot meals to the community this weekend
The House of Healing Church in Gulfport reached out to the community to feed its hunger needs. The church is doing its part to take care of those in their community. Hot dinner meals were served to…
Biloxi High School students spread cheer through Project Presents Program
Leaving families thankful and full of joy, Biloxi High School students helped spread Christmas cheer across the Coast over the weekend. Changing the lives of complete strangers, the Biloxi High School Campus Security Council’s Project Presents Program…
Ales at the Sails features beer with dolphins at the Mississippi Aquarium
Tonight, the Mississippi Aquarium held its first beer-themed event, highlighting a wide variety of brews and aquatic wonders. Featuring selections from more than a dozen area breweries, attendees had the chance to stop by various tasting stations…
Mega Millions winning numbers for December 18th, 2020
Here are the winning numbers for tonight's Mega Millions draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
Papa John's adding stuffed crust pizza to menu
Papa John's is rolling out stuffed crust pizza. Starting Monday, it'll only be available for members of Papa John's customer rewards program. Then, non-members can begin ordering it on December 28th. This is only the second time the chain has…