Coast Foods filling personal orders for residents
In an effort to combat the effects of the Coronavirus, a Coast business is helping out in a major way. “We’ve got a bunch of food right here. So, we decided to open up to the public and this is…
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Harrison County Board of Supervisors meet to discuss Coronavirus precautions
South Mississippi leaders are keeping a close eye on the Coronavirus threat and latest developments. Media, law enforcement, and others watched Monday’s Harrison County Board of Supervisors meeting get underway via livestream just outside the meeting space as supervisors cited…
NCTC student tests positive for COVID-19
A trainee sailor with the Naval Construction Training Center at Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment. The service member is currently enrolled in the Construction Inspector course at NCTC…
Papa John’s hiring 20,000 workers
If you or anyone you know has lost their job, Papa John’s is hiring. The pizza company said in a press release Monday it is looking to add 20,000 employees. They’re looking for restaurant jobs, delivery drivers, and more. At…
The MS Coast Coliseum closed until April 15th
Due to the spreading coronavirus outbreak and for the safety of the staff and guests, effective immediately the MS Coast Coliseum is closing until April 15th. After this date, Coliseum officials will assess the situation and a decision will be…
CVS to hire 50,000 people
CVS Health is bolstering its efforts in meeting the growing need for healthcare in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. The company announced it is hiring 50,000 people. New hires will fill full-time, part-time, and temporary roles across the country including…
MPB, PBS continue to support learning as coronavirus disrupts academic schedules
With schools in the state having closed their doors to help contain the spread of COVID-19, both MPB and PBS have expanded educational efforts to ensure educators, parents and students are equipped with resources to keep the learning going outside…
Local hair salons are being impacted by Coronavirus
As businesses modify working arrangements or close down temporarily, how are those in the salon and hair business coping? For Salon Bella co-owners Misty McKenna and Janice Owens making the decision to close indefinitely was a tough, but appropriate decision,…
Jackson County beaches remain open
In Jackson County, there are currently no restrictions or plans to close down beaches at this time. County Administrator Brian Fulton says officials monitored the beaches over the weekend and observed only small and more socially isolated crowds. Any future…
One man dead, three injured in accident in Jackson County
A two vehicle accident this morning left a Vancleave man deceased and three other people with non-life threatening injuries. Sheriff Mike Ezell says around 11 a.m., the driver of a silver Hyundai Elantra was traveling northeast on Old Fort Bayou…