Tourism Tax Looks to Increase Visitors to the Coast
Tourism is an important part of the Gulf Coast’s economy and a proposed tax in Jackson County will help more people than ever before find their way to South Mississippi as a vacation destination.
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SRHS Retirees Say One County Worker is a Conflict of Interest
At today’s Jackson County Board of Supervisors meeting, the retirees asked for one county worker to step down, citing a conflict of interest, but the supervisors disagreed.
Former Harrison County Utility Authority Director Asks for his Case to be Dismissed
Former Harrison County Utility Authority Director Kamran Pahlavan who is currently facing federal charges says he served as an FBI informant for the investigation into corruption at the agency.
Blogger Involved in Unauthorized Video Shooting of Rose Cochran Sentenced
A blogger who pleaded guilty in a conspiracy to breaking into a nursing home and shooting unauthorized video of the ailing wife of a U.S. Senator was sentenced Monday to serve more than two years in prison.
Charges against Diamondhead City Manager to be Dropped
Perjury charges against Diamondhead City Manager Richard Rose are set to be dropped.
Man Accused of Murder and Dismembering to Represent Himself in Trial
A man accused of killing and dismembering a stripper out of the French Quarter and then dumping her body in the Gulf of Mexico, will act as his own attorney in his trial.
I-10 Wreck
All lanes of traffic on 1-10 near Canal Road are now moving smoothly after authorities cleaned up a two car accident this afternoon.
Shuckers Clinch a Playoff Berth
The Biloxi Shuckers have defeated the odds. A week after they finished their 54 game road trip, they have clinched the first half of the season, earning them a playoff bid.
Zombie Apocalypse Laser Tag Invades Gulfport
The Zombie Apocalypse has reached Gulfport! Dave Borkowski, owner of Billy Rays Entertainment, is bringing a unique event to the coast: Zombie laser tag.
Home of Grace Hosts Golf Tournament
The faith based rehabilitation program held a golf tournament today at the Preserve Golf Club in Vancleave. All proceeds from today’s event will go towards scholarships that will help proved service to those who may not have the means to pay for them.