King Cake Contest at Ocean Springs Visitors Center
The Ocean Springs Chamber Main Street and Tourism Bureau is hosting its annual King Cake Contest right now. Bakeries in the city compete for the title of ‘Best…
2024-2025 Student Ambassador Program Application Now Available
JACKSON, Miss – Secretary of State Michael Watson and the Mississippi Secretary of State's Office is seeking high school seniors with a passion for leadership and state government to apply for the agency's 2024-2025 Student Ambassador Program. The program aims…
Changes to City of Gautier's Mardi Gras Tailgate Party event schedule
In anticipation of potential inclement weather, adjustments have been made to the City of Gautier's Mardi Gras Tailgate Party schedule. The event will now start at 1 pm. There will be a live DJ from 1 pm - 2:30 pm.…
17-year-old dies in Pearl River County wreck
A 17-year-old driver was killed Thursday when another vehicle crossed the center line on Highway 11. Mississippi Highway Patrol was called out to the crash at 10:45 a.m. Thursday morning to the incident in Pearl River County. Troopers say 83-year-old…
MHP arrests man wanted for attempted murder in North Carolina
Mississippi Highway Patrol has captured a suspect wanted for attempted murder in North Carolina. MHP said in a press release that troopers tried to stop a vehicle matching a "be on the lookout" description for a suspect wanted in North…
MBI investigating officer-involved shootings in Greene County, Meridian
Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating separate officer-involved shootings in the state -- one in Greene County and the other in Meridian. In Greene County, the Sheriff's Office was involved in a pursuit when a deputy was struck by the…
National Serpent Day at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Have no fear, but today is National Serpent Day and Lynn Meadows Discovery Center got in on the fun with Nature on the Geaux! Lynn Meadows Discovery Center got in…
The 29th annual PCA Finals Rodeo comes to the Coast Coliseum
BUCKLES SADDLES AND WHOLE LOT OF CASH WILL BE GIVEN AWAY THIS WEEKEND. It's time to let er buck South Mississippi. The top 15 cowboys…
Coffee with First Responders in Long Beach
The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce hosted Coffee with First Responders at Bankhouse Coffee in Downtown Long Beach. Law enforcement officials met with the community to better foster a…
No structure damage after fire in Vancleave
A fire reported in Jackson County affected 20 acres in Vancleave Thursday afternoon. According to the Mississippi Forestry Commission’s Kevin Craft, the area affected was near Seaman Road. The fire was 100 percent contained around 8 p.m. Thursday night. There…
Arrested and charged with felony animal cruelty in Pascagoula
On January 30, 2024, Pascagoula Police Officers responded to a disturbance call at Cambridge Park Apartments involving Derrick Moody of Pascagoula. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two Pitbulls had recently been abused. The extent of the abuse is being investigated…
Hancock Chamber of Commerce announces 2024 Board of Directors, Heather Ladner Smith as president
Hancock Co., Miss. - Feb. 1, 2024 - The Hancock Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 2024 Board of Directors: President: Heather Ladner Smith, Butler Snow Vice President: Jeremy Compretta, Community Bank Treasurer: Rea Montjoy, Select Administrative Services…
Mississippi Department of Education launching new campaign for reading scores
The Mississippi Department of Education is launching a new campaign called "Know Your Child's Reading Score." This comes in an effort for parents and guardians of kindergarten through third grade students to be informed of their child's reading ability and…
I-10 W to CLOSE overnight at Menge Avenue
JACKSON, MISS. – All lanes of I-10 westbound at Menge Ave. will be closed overnight on Thursday, Feb. 15 from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. as part of the…
Seabees planning Force Protection Exercise beginning Monday
Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport will participate in force protection exercise Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain beginning Monday. “Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain is an excellent opportunity for NCBC Gulfport to evaluate and assess existing and new force protection capabilities,” said Capt. Ana Franco,…
Final salute to Moss Point resident and 104-year-old veteran Willie James Smith
We are offering our final salute to the oldest World War II veteran in Moss Point, Willie James Smith passed away just a few…
Breakfast with Mayor Holloway set February 7
Breakfast with Mayor Kenny Holloway is planned for next week. On Wednesday, February 7 from 8 to 9 in the morning, citizens can meet with Mayor Holloway…
CORE X Partners establishing cold storage operations in Gulfport
Jackson, Miss. (February 1, 2024) – CORE X GULFPORT, a subsidiary of CORE X Partners, is establishing cold storage operations at the Port of Gulfport. The project is a more than $73 million investment and will create 73 jobs. CORE X…
Singing River Hospice of Light ribbon cutting in Lucedale
Singing River Hospice of Light is celebrating 30 years of service, but that’s not the only thing they are celebrating! The grand opening of the Hospice…
Jackson County Board of Supervisors holds State of the County Address
This afternoon, Jackson County Board of Supervisors held its State of the County Address. District Four Supervisor Troy Ross currently holds the presidency seat on…
Stone County superintendent contract not renewed
The future fate of Stone County Superintendent Inita Owens has now been decided. The Stone County School Board has chosen not to extend Superintendent Inita Owens contract. The decision was…
Newly elected Stone County Sheriff aiming for change
Newly elected Stone County Sheriff Todd Stewart is working to make changes in both the Stone County Sheriff's Department and Stone County community. The sheriff is focusing on…
Recreational Offshore Landing Permit required for Mississippi anglers when fishing for reef species
BILOXI, Miss. – Beginning February 1, 2024, it will be mandatory for Mississippi anglers to obtain a Recreational Offshore Landing Permit to possess any reef fish species which includes any species of snapper, amberjack, grouper, hind, triggerfish and Cobia in Mississippi waters.…
Hancock man charged with embezzlement
A Hancock County man was arrested this morning and charged with embezzlement. Bay St. Louis police say 30-year-old Andre Barbazon is charged with embezzlement-money received on contract. He was taken to Hancock County jail and bond was set at $10,000.…