Storm damage in Gulfport
The severe weather over the past few days has taken its toll on locals at the Southern Oaks trailer park in Gulfport. The recent thunderstorms didn’t just cause high flooding in areas, but roofs are also damaged due to the…
HSSM repairing roof after storms
After heavy rains hit Harrison County over the last few days, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is now in the process of repairing several parts of their roof which collapsed yesterday. No pets were injured, but parts of the…
Jewelry theft at Treasures Kiosk in Edgewater Mall
On June 15, 2018, the Biloxi Police Department conducted an investigation into the theft of jewelry from the Treasures Kiosk located inside Edgewater Mall in which two unknown suspects stole approximately $6,000.00 worth of gold charms/ pendants from the business.…
Aggravated assault arrest
On July 18, 2018, the Biloxi Police Department arrested 55-year-old Bernard Matheny homeless in Biloxi on a warrant for aggravated assault. The warrant was issued by Justice Court Judge Bruce Strong as the result of an investigation into an assault…
Lighthouse Pier now officially open
Lighthouse Pier in Biloxi has officially reopened to the public. The pier has been closed since October after Hurricane Nate’s wind and waves destroyed the low-lying end of it and much of the planking and hand rails. The city had…
Armed robbery at Sleep Inn
. On July 16, 2018 at approximately 2:55 a.m., Officers responded to the Sleep Inn, located at 10393…
Collection agency to help Ocean Springs city clerk department
The Ocean Springs city clerk will now have the help from the American Municipal Services in recovering court fines, fees, and parking citations. During tonight’s board of alderman meeting a motion was passed to bring the collection agency on board.…
Retail Coach update in Ocean Springs
During tonight’s Ocean Springs board of alderman meeting, the city received an update from the Retail Coach. The Retail Coach is a national retail consulting, market research, and development firm that was hired by the City of Ocean Springs to…
Summer camp jamboree
Summer camps on the Coast combined for a day full of activities at Jones Park. Kids were excited to jump in bounce houses, cool off in the splash pad, and meet slithering new friends. There was also time for ultimate…
Traffic plan for Blues over Biloxi
This weekend, tens of thousands of spectators are expected to head to Biloxi as the Blue Angels fly over the beach. Biloxi police are already gearing up for the added traffic that will no doubt come along with the popular…
Biloxi infrastructure project update
We’re now half way through the year and the East Biloxi infrastructure project is in its last six months before the December deadline. This afternoon, the Biloxi City Council approved adding 11 extra days to the contract for weather delays.…
Free lunch for kids this summer in Long Beach
The nonprofit organization Feeding the Gulf Coast hosted a summer event party today in Long Beach for kids 18 and under. School is out for summer which means more kids and parents are looking for ways to have fun. Programs…
Finding Daisy: Missing dog from Texas
For over twenty days, the search for Daisy the dog continues. Visitors to the Gulf Coast left the area heartbroken after the dog escaped from a hotel room. A summer trip to Ship Island June 28th took an unexpected turn…
Man arrested for human trafficking
A Gulfport man has been arrested for human trafficking. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 30-year-old Maxwell Phillips is being held on a felony charge of human trafficking after law enforcement conducted a search warrant in the Town Suites room 313…
Ocean Springs board of alderman meeting
Inconsistencies with records prompted the City of Ocean Springs to receive an extension on their annual city audit. Tonight, during the city’s board of alderman meeting, the city will receive an update on where that audit stands.
A breach in the roof causes serve flooding at Humane Society
This afternoon, a breach in the roof of the Humane Society of South Mississippi in Gulfport caused severe flooding inside the building. At about 1 p.m., the staff at the Humane Society was first alerted of flooding inside a bathroom.…
Cinema by the Shore Friday in Jones Park
You and your family may want to surf on over to Jones Park this Friday for the second to last Cinema by the Shore. The City of Gulfport will host another free movie night under the stars starting at 6:30…
No boating zone for Blues over Biloxi
Blues over Biloxi is almost here and if you plan on taking in the show from your boat this weekend, the Department of Marine Resources has a few rules you’ll need to follow. There will be a no boat zone.…
Flooding at Humane Society of South Mississippi, help needed
The Humane Society of South Mississippi’s roof has been breached. They are closing the shelter as they are currently undergoing flooding issues. They are in desperate need of shop vacs, buckets, towels, squeegees, etc. Please help if you can
Annual State of the City Address in Moss Point
The annual Moss Point State of the City Address took place tonight at Pelican Landing in Moss Point. “He’s done a great job and I wanted to come out and support him, anything I could do, I’m willing to do…
Several house fires suffer minor damages in Harrison County
Three homes were struck by lightning and one suffered fire damage from storms that moved through Harrison County. Firefighters from the Harrison County Fire Service were kept busy Monday afternoon responding to three homes that were hit by lightning almost…
Summer Camp talent show
The rain didn’t stop the kids at the Three Rivers Summer Camp in Gulfport from shining bright at their annual talent show. Children ages five to 12 put on their dancing shoes to showcase their talents in front of friends…
July Sidewalk Sale in Ocean Springs
If you are a fan of huge sales on clothes, art, and food, the annual July Sidewalk Sale in Ocean Springs is a can’t miss from July 20th to the 21st from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This is a…
Benefits for Bryant Chapman
Later this week, you’ll have two chances to lend a hand to a local family during their time of need. On July 4th, two-year-old Bryant Chapman of Vancleave died in a tragic drowning accident and now the community is trying…