‘I Can’ girls engineering camp
A group of girls in Pass Christian this week are saying ‘I can’ in an effort to support their future and dreams. This ‘I Can’ camp provides girls 11 through 14 with an appreciation for engineering and a look at…
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Biloxi STEM Academy
Students in the Biloxi School District are enjoying a week of learning in the form of STEM. With assistance from Keesler Air Force Base and the Mississippi State Extension Center, third through seventh graders spent the day building airplanes, catapults…
Bonnet Carre Spillway update
With fresh water still pouring into Mississippi waters, the Governor’s Task Force continues to track the effects of the Bonnet Carre Spillway opening in the Mississippi Sound. Since the spillways opening, there have been 131 dolphins and 156 sea turtles,…
Harmful algae bloom invades Coast beaches
A major outbreak of a blue-green harmful algal bloom has officials keeping a close eye on the beaches across the Gulf Coast. Four beach locations in Hancock County and five beaches in Harrison County have taken precautionary measures by urging…
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Executive Breakfast
This morning, the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society’s Executive Breakfast for ‘Light the Night’ took place at the Beau Rivage. This breakfast serves as a starting point for planning the ‘Light the Night’ event. ‘Light the Night’ is set for October…
Beach preps for Fourth of July
Harrison County is gearing up for the extended Fourth of July weekend, keeping the beach in top form for the fireworks and fun. Crews will be out as early as 5 a.m., working all four days, Thursday through Sunday, picking…
Popp’s Ferry Bridge upgrades set for completion
City contractors in Biloxi this week will be finalizing the upgrades to the Popp’s Ferry Bridge. No other closures are expected. Twenty-thousand drivers travel down the Popp’s Ferry Bridge every day. Since work began in December they have seen plenty…
Task Force provides Bonnet Carré Spillway monitoring update
With the ongoing freshwater intrusion into Mississippi waters from the Bonnet Carré Spillway, the Governor’s Task Force has continued to track the effects of the spillway opening on the Mississippi Sound. With the spillway nearing 50 days open, the Mississippi…
Mississippi Employer Payrolls Set New Record in May
Mississippi's employers had more people on the payroll than ever before in May.
MISSISSIPPI PRIMARY: Voter Registration Deadline Quickly Approaching
If you plan to vote in the Mississippi’s August 6th primary election, you have less than two weeks to complete and return your voter registration application. Registration deadline is Monday, July 8th.