HATTIESBURG, MISS. – As Tropical Storm Francine nears the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Department of Transportation advises any boats that need to shelter on the back bay or need to move inland via one of the drawbridges on the Mississippi Gulf…
The Jackson County Board of Supervisors proclaimed a Declaration of Local Emergency, Tuesday, September 10th, 2024, in advance of Tropical Storm Francine. Tropical Storm Francine is predicted to make landfall in Louisiana late afternoon on Wednesday. Tropical Storm and Storm…
A mandatory evacuation of vessels has been issued for the Pass Christian Harbor. The phone contact for the Pass Christian Harbor is 228-452-5128. In a press release, Fire Chief Dia’Mond Woodman also states that residents in low-lying areas should be…
Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with the August 6 shooting death of a Moss Point man. Moss Point Police Chief Brandon Ashley said 30-year-old Ronald Polk Jr., of Moss Point and 24-year-old Lorenzo Patterson Jr., of…
GULF BREEZE, Fla. – Gulf Islands National Seashore will close the entire Mississippi District at 4 p.m. beginning September 10 in preparation for Tropical Storm Francine. The Davis Bayou Campground will be closed effective at noon on September 10. The Mississippi…
Out of abundance of caution for the impending weather, Mississippi Aquarium will be closed on Wednesday, September 11th. The aquarium plans to reopen on Thursday, September 12th at 10 a.m.
The Hancock County Emergency Management Agency office, led by Director Brian Adam, engages in public education about hazards, disaster training, and preparedness exercises. They activate shelters during disasters, including one…
In preparation for Tropical Storm Francine, sandbag locations are opening across the Gulf Coast. Self-service sandbag locations will open in Pearl River County on Tuesday, September 10th at 12 p.m. at the following locations: Henleyfield-Crossroads Volunteer Fire Department Station 3…
Harrison County Fire Rescue battled a tractor-trailer cab fire overnight. The tractor-trailer cab was fully involved when firefighters arrived on scene. Biloxi Fire Department assisted in battling the blaze. The truck was a total loss, but no injuries were reported.…
Bay St. Louis has issued a mandatory evacuation order for the Bay St. Louis Municipal Harbor on Tuesday morning. Boat owners are asked to immediately remove their boats from the harbor. The…
Deep down, we all want to be a movie star! This week, you have your chance to get your start on the silver screen. The movie 'Come With Me' is…
There are new details this evening about the status of some of the harbors in Harrison County ahead of Francine. The Gulfport Harbor, Pass Christian Harbor, and Point Cadet…
Women of Wisdom, a nonprofit marketplace ministry, coordinated an appreciation event named ‘WOW honors First Responders’ earlier Monday. The event was for first responders in Harrison,…
With some potential impacts to our state from Tropical Storm Francine, there are some things you should keep in mind as you go through your storm checklist. The Mississippi Emergency…
Road work continues in Harrison County as MDOT announced an alternating lane closure for tonight. Night work on I-10 east past DeLisle / Pass Christian EX 20 in Harrison County will cause ALTERNATING LANE CLOSURES from 7 p.m., Sept. 9,…
Recognizing that individuals and families sometimes face a need for food, the congregation of Old Town Presbyterian Church in Bay St. Louis has constructed, stocked, and will maintain a mini pantry to help ease the challenge. Situated on the east…
The Krewe of Les Badineurs has a storied history on the Coast and this weekend they hosted a unique event to bring together family and friends. The…
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – As Tropical Storm Francine moves closer to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Department of Transportation advises all south Mississippi residents to prepare now for possible storm impacts, including blocked roadways, flash flooding and power outages. Tips…
A Pascagoula officer is celebrating a huge birthday, they are turning three! You read that right, K9 Nuke is celebrating his third birthday today! Nuke received a special cake, coming in…
Despite some rain over the weekend, the Long Beach Carnival Association hosted a community family fest at the St. Thomas Pavilion. Team Stirrat-Brown of the carnival association hosted the…
ATLANTA (AP) — Walt Ehmer, the president and CEO of Waffle House and a member of the board of trustees for the Atlanta Police Foundation, has died at age 58, the foundation announced Sunday. Ehmer joined Waffle House in 1992 and quickly…
Pearl, Miss. (MEMA) ––The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is encouraging Mississippians to prepare now for flash flooding ahead of Tropical Storm Francine tracking towards the state. At the time of this release, the system is expected to bring heavy rain and…
The SHEA Community Baby Shower made its return this weekend to assist local mothers with health resources. SHEA stands for ‘sharing, health, education, and awareness,’ and…
Tuckahoe Farms Subdivision is a first for the Mississippi Gulf Coast. It features a 3,300 by 100 foot runway and boasts a tournament waterski lake that is designed to give you the ride of…