Aggravated Domestic Assault, Stolen Firearm, Narcotics Arrest – Kendall Fernando Daniels
. On August 2, 2018, Officers arrested 26 year old Kendall Fernando Daniels, of Bay St Louis charging…
Bel-Aire Elementary teacher surprised with new school supplies
A local Gulfport teacher got a sweet surprise today just in time for back to school. Samantha Fabacher, a first grade teacher at Bel Aire Elementary, thought she was attending a regular back to school meeting, but instead ‘Help a…
City of Biloxi seeks input for plans on CSX
Today, the City of Biloxi hosted a community engagement meeting to discuss the proposed federally funded construction of an east-west roadway north of the CSX railway in East Biloxi. The two-lane roadway, which would be immediately north of the CSX…
Alleged murder suspect surrenders in Pascagoula
This afternoon an alleged murder suspect surrendered to authorities after barricading himself inside a home in Pascagoula. U.S. Marshals along with the Pascagoula Police Department and Jackson and George County sheriff negotiated with a California murder suspect for nearly three…
Free back to school haircuts
Many people say ‘if you look good, you feel even better.’ That’s why one local organization is doing its part to make sure Gulf Coast students return to school confident about their appearance. The Mount Olive Lodge in Gulfport is…
Back to school safety tips
While school has started for some in our area, the new school year won’t start for others in South Mississippi until next week. Safety should be a year round focus with thousands of little ones walking to school and waiting…
Catholic school employees begin new school year
It’s the first day of the new school year for Catholic school employees in South Mississippi. A space filled with love, learning, and positivity for the new school year, Catholic school students and employees filled the Nativity BVM Cathedral in…
Long Beach High School bond vote
On Thursday, Long Beach residents voted on a $20 million bond that would upgrade and bring improvements to Long Beach High School. The line was out of the door at Long Beach High to vote for the $20 million bond…
Diabetes prevention program
A healthier lifestyle may just be a phone call away. Singing River Health System will be offering a diabetes prevention program starting September 10th. The year-long program will take place at the Singing River Healthplex in Pascagoula and will be…
Coast Guard celebrates 228th birthday
They’re usually the first on scene when it comes to maritime rescues and they protect our nation’s economic, national, and border security. Today, the U.S. Coast Guard celebrates 228 years of service. It’s a common sight and a wave of…
Biggest Winner Weight Loss Challenge
The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort partnered with Anytime Fitness in D’Iberville for five weeks to provide their staff with the chance to challenge their fitness and health with the Biggest Winner Weight Loss Challenge. Yesterday, after lots of long and…
Voting on bond to upgrade Long Beach High
Today, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District are voting on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. Voting started at the high school at 7 a.m. and closes at 7 p.m. The purpose…
Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament begins tomorrow
Anglers are making their final preparations for this year’s Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament set to begin tomorrow. The captain’s party will take place from 5 until 9 tonight at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi and then participants will have…
Drive By Shooting – Timothy Wright, Traveon Williams, Markell Cooley, Jermarcus Naylor
. On August 1, 2018, Officers arrested 19 year old Timothy Terrell Wright, of Gulfport charging him with…
Sports betting begins in Mississippi
It’s an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting officially began in Biloxi and Tunica. From rolling dice to opening sports books, Mississippi hit the jackpot when sports betting was legalized in licensed casinos across the state. Mississippi Hotel…
Long Beach School District vote on upgrade to high school
Tomorrow, registered voters who live in the Long Beach School District will vote on a $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach High School. It’s time to vote yes or no for the $20 million bond to upgrade Long Beach…
Back to School Haircuts
The first day of school is right around the corner. That means parents and students are not only looking for school supplies and new clothes, but also fresh haircuts to start the new school year off feeling good. Salon Bellator…
Police practice school safety in Pascagoula
Students will head back to school soon and one local high school is taking extra measures for its students and faculty. Pascagoula police surrounded Pascagoula High School Wednesday morning preparing for the worst, but thankfully this time bulletproof vests and…
Wanted for credit card fraud
Biloxi police are asking for help in locating two suspects wanted for credit card fraud. This incident occurred in early July when the suspects used a stolen credit card at a store on Beach Boulevard. They fled the scene in…
Wanted for attempted theft
Biloxi police are asking for help in locating an unknown man who attempted to steal a motorcycle seat and damaged the property. This suspect is described as a white male riding a yellowish motorcycle, possibly a Harley Davidson, and wearing…
Burglary arrest
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of a 39-year-old Long Beach resident on a felony burglary charge. According to Sheriff Peterson, Harrison County deputies responded to a reported burglary in Pass Christian. After checking home surveillance of the…
Sports betting officially begins on the Coast
Sports betting has officially begun in Mississippi casinos. MGM’s Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort are accepting their first legal sports wagers. It marks 26 years from when the first casino bet was made at the Isle of Capri…
August issue of South Mississippi Living Magazine
Here is a look at the brand new South Mississippi Living Magazine issue for August. Business and industry are highlighted in this free issue available all over the Coast. South Mississippi Living Magazine is a partner of WXXV. Inside every…
Blood drive hosted by Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
As the summer begins to wind down, the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center hosted a blood drive in Gulfport. The summer months are the hardest months for the Blood Center to get blood. They are the most crucial because school is…