HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (AP/WXXV) — A 12-year-old-girl received a black doll with beads forming a noose around its neck at a Mississippi Gulf Coast Mardi Gras parade. Officials said Monday police are investigating the incident as a hate crime. Nicole…
Veterans, it is time to make your voices heard at the Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System’s town hall. This town hall gives local veterans an opportunity to voice their concerns and receive some information about the services they have…
Mississippi State and MGCCC have agreed to work together to enhance opportunities for Mississippi students in technical and culinary fields. The pathways agreements allow Mississippi Gulf Coast students to complete their bachelor’s degrees in applied sciences or culinary arts technology…
From stop signs to speed limit and road work signs, drivers utilize and pass road signs every day. Harrison County has about 800 miles of roads with nearly 2,000 road signs and maintaining them comes with a hefty price. That’s…
There has been some recent progress on the $7.3 million North Gulfport Middle School expansion project. This is a part of the $55 million bond with the Harrison County School District. Phase one is underway, as construction is taking shape…
The Krewe of Neptune announced Saturday that the Ying Yang Twins will serve as the grand marshal for the 2020 edition of the parade. They’re known for their hit single ‘Halftime,’ which is a staple at NFL games and sporting…
What was meant as a time of celebration quickly turned into anything but. Yesterday afternoon, the Krewe of Nereids rolled for its annual Mardi Gras parade and one of the throws caught attention Coastwide. “It’s a deplorable act and when…
The Red Cross has sent more than 80 volunteers to help combat the effects of the disastrous flooding. Most of the volunteers who are currently helping are from the Coast. The Red Cross is focusing on their shelters in Jackson…
A new group on the Coast recognized local veterans with a keepsake that will last a lifetime. The Gulf Coast Chapter of the Quilts of Valor Foundation presented five quilts to five veterans at VFW Post 6731 in D’Iberville this…
The City of Long Beach had its turn taking part in the Mardi Gras festivities and did so in style. Residents packed the streets of Downtown Long Beach Saturday night to get a glimpse of the floats, music, and action…