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COVID-19 postpones that special day
With each day COVID-19 displays the many areas it impacts of our everyday lives, including that special day. As the federal government works around the clock combating the COVID-19 pandemic here on the Coast, :“We are one of the best…
Patient transferred to Ocean Springs Hospital tested positive for Coronavirus
Officials with Singing River Health System have announced that a patient transferred from another hospital to Ocean Springs Hospital who required higher-level care available at Singing River Health System has tested positive for the virus. Singing River Team Members at…
Bacot McCarty Foundation reschedules Jolly Gala and Golf Tournament due to coronavirus
Like many local organizations, the Bacot McCarty Foundation is feeling the effects of the Coronavirus outbreak. However, they say their commitment to local organizations and the public remains unchanged. The foundation has had to postpone many of its affiliated events,…
South Mississippi school districts offering meal programs during closures
South Mississippi school districts are making sure local kids are fed during the school closures. Pass Christian School District Child Nutrition Director Saundra Isabelle said, "It's kind of sad. There's no noise in the building. No chatter of little feet.…
Beau Rivage donates to local food banks
With casinos closed all across the Coast, the Beau Rivage is giving back to local organizations in the form of food. The Beau has partnered up with local food banks to donate perishable food they have on property to those…
Diocese of Biloxi cancels public masses
As the number of Coronavirus cases continues to grow, the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi is altering its operations. Starting today, the Diocese has temporarily canceled public masses and has granted local Catholics a dispensation from the obligation of attending mass.…
Teachers and state employees to be paid if asked to stay home amid crisis
Mississippi teachers and employees of city and county governments will be paid even if they are told to stay home because of the Coronavirus pandemic. The state senate on Wednesday passed a bill guaranteeing the pay and sent it to…
Neshoba County opens first mobile testing site for Coronavirus in Mississippi
The first Coronavirus mobile testing site in Mississippi is up and running. This morning, a drive-up testing site opened at the Neshoba County Coliseum outside of Philadelphia. The site is being operated by Neshoba General Hospital and is limited to…
Total rises to 34 confirmed Coronavirus cases in Mississippi
This morning MSDH is reporting 13 new cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi in eight counties. Counties with their first Coronavirus cases are Bolivar, Desoto, Madison, and Perry. The state total now stands at 34 with 513 individuals tested. With the…
Palace Casino resort donates to local food banks
Food and beverage associates at Palace Casino Resort loaded a donation of seven pallets of vegetables and fruit to donate to Loaves & Fishes, Feed My Sheep and Seashore Mission food banks. “We’re happy to be able to turn the…
Libraries in Jackson and George counties offering Curb-side Pickup Service
The Jackson George Regional Library System is offering Curb-side Pickup Service at all locations. In an effort to continue serving patrons during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak, JGRLS branch libraries are offering Curbside Hold Pickup Service. This will allow library customers…
Garden Park Medical Center implementing new visitor restrictions
Starting today, the Garden Park Medical Center will have new visitor restrictions to protect patients, staff, and others against the Coronavirus. All non-essential visitors are prohibited from entering the hospital. Garden Park CEO Randy Rogers released a statement this morning…
Governor Reeves requests SBA Economic Disaster Declaration for COVID-19
Governor Tate Reeves requested a disaster declaration by the U.S. Small Business Administration on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. This request will provide low-interest, Economic Injury Disaster Loans to small businesses and non-profits that have been severely impacted by the Coronavirus…
Local EMS working on the front lines of COVID-19
While many local residents are spending their days at home, our local EMS employees continue to serve their communities. Paramedics, firefighters, and police officers are among the workers on the front lines of the Coronavirus outbreak responding to general illness…
COVID-19 on the Coast
With more and more Coronavirus cases popping up in South Mississippi, many people are left wondering what’s next? News 25’s Kristen Anzuini spoke with an infectious disease specialist today to learn more about this novel virus. “Well, we are seeing…
Hancock County School District to remain closed until March 27th, free lunches available
Due to the continued concerns about COVID-19, Hancock County schools will remain closed for the week of March 23rd-March 27th. During this time of school closures, Hancock County School District will be offering FREE lunches to children ages 18 and…
Naval Construction Battalion Center Announces Positive COVID-19 Case
NAVAL CONSTRUCTION BATTALION CENTER, GULFPORT, MISS – On Mar. 17, a civilian employee with the NCBC Navy Exchange tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment. The Department of Defense has notified public health authorities of the…
Harrison County School District Providing Free Grab & Go Meals
The Harrison County School District will be providing free drive through Grab and Go meals beginning Thursday, March 19, 2020. The meals will be available to all children ages 18 and younger. According to USDA guidelines, children must be present…
2020 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival postponed until fall
NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — Jazz Fest 2020 has been postponed until the fall. The festival announced Tuesday that, at the direction of local authorities, the 2020 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival will not take place in April and May…
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Local businesses stocking up during Coronavirus pandemic
Some local businesses have been hit hard while others are actually in a unique position to help supply South Mississippi’s demands. The essentials are rolling in here on a daily basis at Gulf Coast Business Furniture and Supply Company in…
Gun sales spike across the nation
Nationwide gun purchases are skyrocketing as the coronavirus continues to spread. As soon as they come in, store owners at High Caliber Guns in Long Beach say they are moving right off the shelf. “We saw gun sales starting about…
Local animal shelters facing over-capacity crisis
Our local animal shelters need help as they now face an over-capacity crisis due to the Coronavirus outbreak. As more people are staying home, less animals are getting adopted out while high amounts of animals, especially large dogs, continue to…