Gulfport Police have charged a woman with first degree arson after she allegedly set a house on fire. 21-year-old Gerahbeth Coffee was arrested today and taken to the Harrison County jail. Bond is set at $50,000. Police say that this…
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Reeves today announced that FEMA approved Mississippi’s request for additional counties to receive public assistance following June tornadoes and severe weather (DR-4727-MS). Throughout the week of June 14-19, 2023, Mississippi experienced a record-setting 18 tornadoes (19…
Amtrak service from New Orleans to Mobile, with stops on the Mississippi Coast, is expected to begin in 2024. While there is no specific date as yet,…
Local businessman Carl Boyanton announced his bid for Congress in Diamondhead last night. Boyanton ran in the Republican Primary for the Fourth District seat in the 2020 and 2022 elections,…
It’s been a sad week in Ocean Springs after a young teen at Ocean Springs Middle School died. “This could be your daughter! Stop bullying!” A call for help…
On September 6, 2023, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to a structure fire standby in the 14000 block of Our Road. Upon arrival, Officers observed smoke emitting from the residence. Fire personnel arrived on scene and…
Riley Green will bring his "Ain't My Last Rodeo" tour to Biloxi next year. The country music star, along with special guests Tracy Lawrence and Ella Langley, will perform March 21, 2024 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. Tickets go on…
After 43 years of serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast through their McDonald's franchises, Bill and Pat Descher called it a career. The couple is handing over the reigns to sons Gregg…
One lucky woman drove away from Gulfport Nissan in a brand new truck, thanks to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation! Cassandra Woods of Jackson is the winner of a 2023 Nissan Titan…
This Saturday from noon until 7, The Fly Llama is hosting Brews & Tattoos. Tattoos will be available first come, first serve. Tattoo placement will only be available on arms or…
The deadline for financial aid in Moss Point is approaching fast. The Jackson County Long-Term Recovery Committee is hearing and approving cases of victims who were affected by the tornado that hit June…
The man convicted of the 2014 rape and murder of a 5-year-old Gulfport girl has been denied a rehearing in the case. Alberto Julio Garcia asked the court to set aside his guilty plea and re-hear his appeal, saying the…
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Simpson County Sheriff’s Department that occurred on Thursday afternoon at the Quick Stop gas station on Highway 49 in Simpson County. MBI received notification at about noon of…
The Joppa Shriners in Biloxi are hosting their 14th annual BBQ and Sportsmans Giveway next weekend to help raise money for the Joppa Shrine Center. Shriner Pearce Sunderland visited…
Relativity Space, a 3D printed rocket company, has signed an enhanced use lease agreement on the vertical test stand at the A-2 complex at Stennis Space Center in Hancock County. The agreement marks the first time a commercial tenant has…
FEMA and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will be closing the Disaster Recovery Center housed at the Riverfront Community Center to open a mobile recovery center. The Disaster Recovery Center inside Riverfront will close permanently at 6 p.m. today. In…
On September 6, Picayune Police became aware of a social media post made to Facebook by Dustin Taylor of Hancock County. Taylor made direct threats to the Picayune School District in which he stated he intended to destroy a school.…
A little rain did not stop the outpouring of supporters showing up for the grand reopening of the Ocean Springs Municipal Library. Jackson George Regional Library System Director Angie…
Jimmy Buffett is being remembered for more than his music. In 2022, Buffett donated two aircraft to Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile. He had wanted his donation to remain anonymous,…
Our Lady Academy is lacing up for its annual 5K Run for Mercy and Tennis Shoe Drive. The run is in honor of…
The St. Martin Public Library is giving the youth and the community more opportunities to get involved with volunteering. The first Tuesday of every month at 4:30 p.m.,…
The Gulfport mayor is proposing raises for firefighters and city police. At a special called meeting Tuesday night, Mayor Billy Hewes presented his proposed budget for the next fiscal…
The parent company of Winn-Dixie Grocery Stores is donating over 1.5 million meals this Hunger Action Month. Southeastern Grocers Inc. will donate $100,000 to Feeding America…
The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced the next deadline for Mississippi veterans looking to receive ‘Pact Act’ benefits. Veterans who deployed to a combat zone, never enrolled in VA health…