Tree of Remembrance ceremony held at Jones Park
Riemann Family Funeral Homes held a Tree of Remembrance ceremony at Jones Park today. It is a hard time losing someone, but it can become worse during the holiday season. Riemann Funeral…
Chanukah event being held at Mississippi capitol
Congregation Beth Israel is hosting a Chanukah event at the state capitol next week. Anyone is invited to attend Chanukah at the Capitol on Wednesday, December 13. Those attending can gather at the south steps…
Holiday events in the City of Discovery
Ocean Springs has you covered with plenty of holiday events. This Thursday, the tree lighting with Santa will take place from 6 to 8 in the evening. There will also be a…
Gathering for all sworn law enforcement officers hosted
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety hosted a gathering for all sworn law enforcement officers in Jackson. This is the first general assembly for all sworn DPS officers across the state. Officers heard…
Southern Miss fall commencement ceremonies happening later this week
The University of Southern Mississippi will be hosting fall commencement ceremonies this week. Happening on Thursday, December 7, all doctoral, specialists, and master's students will walk across the stage at the Reed Green Coliseum…
Governor Tate Reeves honors "Wreaths Across America" with proclamation
Governor Tate Reeves is honoring "Wreaths Across America" with a special proclamation. Back on November 30, a JROTC unit was given a private tour of the governor's mansion. The visit ended with…
Ole Miss chancellor honored with National Guard award
Ole Miss Chancellor Glenn Boyce was awarded the highest honor the Mississippi National Guard can bestow on a civilian. State Senator and National Guard Major General Trent Kelly presented Boyce with the…
'Coffee with a Veteran' held at Biloxi Visitor's Center
In Biloxi, veterans gathered with the community for coffee and meaningful conversations. Military One Coast of the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted "Coffee with a Veteran" at the Biloxi Visitor's Center.…
Longtime bus driver passes away
The Ocean Springs School District announced Monday that longtime bus driver Irvin Rocco had passed away. He was 64. Rocco joined the Greyhound family in 2009 and spent 14 years driving students to and from school every day. He…
Memorial Blood Drive held in honor of fallen officers
The Bay St. Louis Police Department and the Blood Center is commemorating the service and sacrifice of Officers Robin and Estorffe. Both officers were killed in the line of duty last year on…
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church annual bake sale
If you have a sweet tooth and are looking to try new food -- the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church's International Christmas Pastry Sale is perfect for you. This traditional bake sale has…
Police departments hosting Feed the Needy program
Police departments on the coast are hosting the annual Christmas Gulf Coast public safety Feed the Needy program. Christmas day meals must be requested by 10 AM on Friday, December 15. You…
Ocean Springs announces new projects
Ocean Springs Road is receiving improvements, that includes a pathway from Highway 90 to Deana Road. Also being introduced is a roundabout at the Groveland Intersection and a sidewalk along the south side…
City of D'Iberville testing emergency weather sirens Wednesday
The City of D’Iberville will be performing a test of their emergency weather sirens on Wednesday, December 06, 2023 at 10:00 A.M. They will be testing the six sirens located throughout the city for proper functioning. The sounding of the…
18-year-old Ocean Springs resident killed in Stone County accident
On Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at approximately 2:00 a.m., the Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 49 in Stone County. A 2016 Dodge Charger driven by 45-year-old Valerie Shanta Smith of Beaumont, MS, traveled north on…
Do you have a pick-worthy collection? American Pickers wants you!
Mike Wolfe, the host of American Pickers on the History Channel, is looking for places to pick in Mississippi! In a social media post from last week, Wolfe said the show plans to be in the Mississippi, Louisiana and Alabama…
Portions of Pascagoula St. from Becht Ave. to Larsen Ave. closing for maintenance
Beginning tomorrow, December 6, at 8 AM, the City of Pascagoula’s Public Works team will close a portion of Pascagoula St. from Becht Ave. to Larsen Ave. for sewer maintenance work in the area. The estimated time of completion for…
Senate approves hundreds of military promotions after Republican senator ends blockade of nominees
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate in a single stroke Tuesday approved about 425 military promotions after Sen. Tommy Tuberville of Alabama ended a monthlong blockade of nominations over his opposition to a Pentagon abortion policy. Tuberville had been under pressure…
Goodwill of South Mississippi Announces Departure of President/CEO Tripp Harrison VP, Paige Derouen named Interim CEO
[Biloxi, MS] – Goodwill of South Mississippi announces that President/CEO Tripp Harrison has accepted the position of CEO at Goodwill of New England. Harrison has been a driving force behind the success and growth of Goodwill of South Mississippi over…
AG Fitch Warns Consumers to Beware of “Missed Delivery” Scam Notifications
(Jackson, Mississippi) Attorney General Lynn Fitch today warned Mississippians to be aware of unsolicited “missed delivery” notification scams as they increase this holiday season. “Sadly, the holiday season is a prime-time opportunity for scammers,” said General Fitch. “Knowing consumers are eagerly anticipating the…
Holiday Choral Concert hosted at MGCCC
MGCCC hosted the Holiday Choral Concert at the Fine Arts Auditorium on the Harrison County Campus. The event started earlier, with many talents and choirs performing as a way to kick off the holiday…
Escaped Mississippi inmate captured in Texas
An escaped inmate from Meridian was captured earlier today. Ryan Young was captured in Port Arthur, Texas after escaping the Mississippi Department of Corrections last week. Young was previously serving a 40-year sentence for burglaries, grand larceny, and firearm possession.…
Memorial Hospital hosting Christmas tree lighting
Memorial Health System is getting into the Christmas spirit by inviting the public to something special! This Wednesday at 2 PM, Memorial Hospital is hosting a Christmas tree lighting at the parking garage atrium near the emergency department. The Long…
Gulfport - Biloxi International Airport unveils tree displays
Christmas is in the 'air' on the coast! The Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport held a ribbon cutting for their Christmas tree display earlier today. On the first floor, trees displaying designs from sponsors…