Public Assistance Request – Credit Card Fraud
. On July 10, 2018, the Gulfport Police Department responded to a report of credit card fraud. The…
Sports betting officially begins Wednesday
This Wednesday, August 1st, is an exciting day for the Magnolia State. Sports betting will officially begin. Beau Rivage and Gold Strike Casino Resort will accept their first legal sports wagers. It’ll mark 26 years from when the first casino…
New push for medical marijuana
Today an initiative was filed with the Mississippi Secretary of State’s Office asking to make medical marijuana accessible to Mississippian’s suffering from debilitating medical conditions. ‘Medical Marijuana 2020’ was filed by a mother whose child suffers from a debilitating disease…
Cruisin’ the Coast looking for volunteers
The success and growth of Cruisin’ the Coast has made it necessary to seek volunteers from the local community to help with the annual event. The volunteers will be known as the Cruisin’ Krewe and they will assist the staff…
Road improvements at D’Iberville Blvd and Popps Ferry intersection
Starting this morning, contractors are making roadway improvements at the intersections of D’Iberville Boulevard and Popps Ferry Road. Crews are removing utility poles and electronic signals from that area in order to convert the intersection to a three way stop.…
Meet Republican Senate candidates
With the general election coming up on November 6th, South Mississippians will have the opportunity to meet Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by long-time U.S. Senator Thad Cochran. It was announced at the Harrison County Republican Women’s…
Petie’s Eats Downtown Café opens in Gulfport
Today, the City of Gulfport welcomed Petie’s Eats Downtown Café with open arms and big appetites with its grand opening. Homegrown franchise Petie’s Eats Downtown Café opened its third restaurant on the Coast, satisfying customers with their delicious cuisine. “I…
State Senator Wiggins speaks at Harrison County Republican Women's meeting
A lot has happened since our state legislature closed its session three months ago such as the green light for Mississippi collecting online sales tax revenue, sports betting as casinos, and more. Could the governor call a special legislative session…
Fatal accident in Vancleave
Police in Jackson County are investigating a car accident that left one woman dead. Sheriff’s deputies responded to Fox Ridge Drive in Vancleave shortly after 5 p.m. when they found 56-year-old Ocean Springs resident Lori Duhon inside a gray Toyota…
Sports betting to begin Wednesday at noon in Mississippi
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino and Gold Strike Casino Resort set to launch legal sports wagering in Mississippi August 1st. -Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and Gold Strike Casino Resort will accept their first legal sports wagers on Wednesday, August…
Build the Village kickoff
Crusaders for Veterans made their public announcement Sunday of plans to build a village for veterans. This village will have 82 homes, a community hall, family friendly events, and they also plan on having a psychiatrist there to help veterans…
IMMS sea turtle release
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport released six sea turtles back into the Gulf Coast waters on Saturday morning after their rehabilitation had been complete in the institute. The sea turtles were released right on the beach next…
Southern Youth Commission March
A newly formed group, the Southern Youth Commission, came together on Saturday to do a march in protest of the state flag being flown in front of Ocean Springs City Hall. A year ago, when Mayor Shea Dobson was elected,…
Tax Free Weekend recap
Over the weekend, people across the state of Mississippi hit the racks for Tax Free Weekend. People could purchase items such as clothing, shoes, and school and arts supplies that cost $100 or less with no sales tax. This sales…
Overturned car on I-10 claims one life in Jackson County
A tragic accident early Sunday morning killed 55-year-old Ladonna Rich of Lucedale after she was rear-ended by an 18 wheeler on the Pascagoula River Bridge, forcing the car off the bridge and into the water. The accident happened around 7:20…
27th annual Steak and Stake
Tonight, the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast held their biggest fundraiser of the year at the IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi. This year, the theme of the 27th annual Steak and Stake was ‘Blues and Bling.’…
Kids summer camp continues at Lynn Meadows
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center finished their tenth week of summer camp today for kids ages four to 10. Each day consists of eight different camps, all separated by age group. The day activities included an Astro camp, an itty-bitty theater,…
‘Bring it to the floor’ dance competition
Children in Ocean Springs put on their dancing shoes today and showcased their best moves at the ninth annual ‘Bring it to the Floor’ dance competition. The show was held at the Ocean Springs Civic Center and marked the end…
Harry Potter birthday celebration at Long Beach Public Library
Next week is someone we all know and love’s birthday. The wizard who has been capturing children’s hearts through reading for many years: Harry Potter. The Long Beach Public Library hosted a birthday celebration in honor of Harry Potter’s wizardry.…
Tax Free Weekend kicks off
Stores along the Gulf Coast are starting to fill up as the Tax Free Weekend has kicked off and the Gulfport Premium Outlets are no different. Sales are being made. Just in time for back to school shoppers, it’s Tax…
Ingalls Shipbuilding hiring skilled workers
The largest employer in Mississippi, Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, is looking to fill 500 positions by the end of the year. Ingalls has been awarded several contracts to build ships for the U.S. military and is looking for skilled people…
Engineers without Borders raise money for Panama
The Mississippi Gulf Coast chapter of Engineers without Borders hosted a fundraising event today. Good music and the sweet smell of barbecue attracted many people heading down Highway 90 looking for a bite to eat. Passerby Marco Kirkland said, “I…
IMMS released six endangered sea turtles
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will release six rare sea turtles at the Courthouse Pier in Gulfport at 10 a.m. tomorrow. There’s no place like home and the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will make sure six Kemp’s Ridley…
Urgent Care Back to School health fair
With the returning school year getting closer and closer, Orange Grove Urgent Care wants to help parents with getting the kids all set to return to class. Tomorrow they’ll hold a ‘Back to School’ health fair from 9 a.m. until…