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The 'Lit AF Tour' hosted by Martin Lawrence Postpones

The LIT AF Tour, hosted by Martin Lawrence on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 7:30 PM at Biloxi’s Mississippi Coast Coliseum has been postponed. The show’s postponement is consistent with the joint global entertainment task force (AEG/Live Nation/Major Talent Agencies),…

Weekend events still on the schedule in Biloxi

The weather is always a concern when it comes to Biloxi’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but it looks like the luck of the Irish is on their side. According to city leaders, this weekend’s parade will still roll on…

Local business offering Coronavirus protection supplies

Local businesses in South Mississippi are doing their part to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. Gulf Coast Business Furniture and Supply Company in Gulfport is selling items to local businesses and customers looking for supplies at this time.…

Waveland St. Patrick’s Day Parade suspended

The City of Waveland has announced the cancellation of their St. Patrick’s Day Parade for this weekend. The City of Waveland’s parade was set to take place March 14th.  They will be postponing the annual WCA St. Patrick’s Day Parade…

Special Olympics games cancelled at Infinity Science Center

The SSC Area 11 Special Olympics Games at Infinity Science Center have been cancelled amid Coronavirus fears. The event was scheduled for Saturday. In a statement, officials say “the health and well-being of athletes, volunteers, families, and friends is our…

MEMA recommendations for supply kit

MEMA is assisting the Mississippi State Department of Health in its response to the Coronavirus. As with weather emergencies like hurricanes and tornadoes, MEMA is also prepared for health emergencies. They’re urging residents to prepare for COVID-19 as they would…

Bringing awareness to Gold Star Families

May looks to be a huge month for members of the Gold Star community here on the Coast. The Navy Gold Star Program dedicates the month of May as ‘Gold Star Awareness Month.’ In an effort to help raise public…

Mississippi Reports First Positive Case of Coronavirus

Tonight the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) reports its first presumptive positive case of coronavirus or COVID-19. Final verification will come from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The individual is a Forrest county adult male who…

‘Coastal Mississippi’ celebrates their one year anniversary

It was a packed house at the ‘Coastal Mississippi’ offices today as they celebrated their one year anniversary. One year ago, ‘Coastal Mississippi-The Secret Coast’ ad campaign was launched by the Tourism Marketing Organization for the Tri-County Coastal Region. Since…