Gulfport Police Department hosting fishing camp
School is out and summer camps are in. The Gulfport Police Department is partnering with the city of Gulfport to hold a fishing camp this week. Camp begins with a trip to the…
Humane Society kicks off Empty the Shelter campaign
If you are thinking about adopting a pet, July is the perfect time to bring home a furry friend. The Humane Society of South Mississippi is on a mission to empty the…
Collaboration allows kids to read to furry friends
Young readers in Hancock County had the opportunity to share their favorite stories with dogs! In collaboration with Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi, Hancock County Library System…
Protecting senior citizens against the heat
The Lyman Senior Center is advising senior citizens make sure they are protected in heat. The center nurses are making sure their patients drink tons of water before and after being outside…
Important deadlines for Mississippi primary elections
We're still a month away from Mississippi's primary elections, but there are some important deadlines we need to remind you about. If you want to vote in the upcoming August 8th primary election, you…
Beat the heat walking through the mall!
By simply walking, you can increase your cardiovascular fitness. But in this heat, even walking seems unbearable. "It's too hot to be outside walking even on the beach, you have to think of…
Kiln man charged with statutory rape of 12-year-old girls
A Kiln man is in jail, charged with statutory rape of two 12-year-old girls in Harrison County. 18-year-old Drew Emile Gallardo is charged with two counts of statutory rape. His bond was set at $850,000. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson…
Ocean Springs woman hit walking on Highway 90 in Gautier
An Ocean Springs woman died Wednesday night in a pedestrian-car accident on Highway 90. Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd Jr. identified the woman as 60-year-old Minh Phuong-Thi Quach. Lynd said a sedan hit Quach just before 11 p.m. while she…
Work on East Pearl River bridge will affect traffic on I-10
If the traffic slow-downs around Menge Avenue aren't enough of a headache, MDOT has something else for motorists to be aware of. Work started Wednesday afternoon on the westbound lanes of the East Pearl River bridge in Hancock County to…
Biloxi Shuckers announce Heart of a Shucker Community Fund
The Biloxi Shuckers announced its new Heart of a Shucker Community Fund on Monday. This fund will donate money during each homestead to organizations from as far…
MHP hosting job fair this Saturday
Mississippi Highway Patrol will hold a job fair this Saturday at the Troop K substation at 10 AM on Highway 67. Those interested can fill out an application at the job fair. State…
Where you should go for minor concerns vs. serious concerns
If you're feeling under the weather and trying to decide where to go for help, Memorial Health System offers a few avenues. Walk-in clinics and tele-health appointments are appropriate options for minor…
Construction causing delays on I-10 West
If you're commuting down I-10 going west, build in enough time for traffic delays. The construction of the popular travel center, Buc-ee's, was causing significant delays for drivers earlier. The world's largest…
Community cleans up beach after holiday celebration
While fireworks create unforgettable moments of celebration, they often leave a trail of debris on the beach. After a night of celebrating Independence Day - Hancock County's beach crew, The Boys…
Deer Island catches fire during firework show
For the first time in more than 20 years of firework shows in Biloxi, a fire broke out on Deer Island. The fire was extinguished in about 15 minutes according to Biloxi…
Work on Menge Avenue exit on I-10 causing traffic delays
Work has started on the interchange at Menge Avenue for the planned Buc-ee's Travel Center -- and it's causing some serious delays on I-10. MDOT traffic camera shows major delays east and west of Menge Avenue -- backed up to…
Deep sea fishing rodeo comes to a close
Today the 75th Annual Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo came to a close. From adults to kids alike across the south, fishermen reeled in tons of fish from across the Gulf. One local…
Lynn Meadows provides Fourth of July fun
There was no shortage of Independence Day activities for children at the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center! The discovery center welcomed families to a Fourth of July celebration with boatloads of laughter and energy to…
Car hit by train in downtown Gulfport
Gulfport Police Department reported a car was hit by a train on 25th Avenue and 14th Street in downtown Gulfport. According to Gulfport Police's PIO Jason Ducre, four people were in the car and have been transported to the hospital.…
Mississippi Aquarium keeps animals cool during heatwave
As extreme heatwaves move through the state, the Mississippi Aquarium is putting in extra effort to protect and care for sea life. The Mississippi Aquarium is applying various cooling techniques to ensure the…
Corvettes honor vets this Independence Day
Gulf Coast Corvettes cranked up the gratitude by honoring veterans in a special way this Independence Day. As the sound of revving engines fills the air and flags wave, there is a powerful…
Gulf Coast YMCA hosts 42nd Annual Wesson Memorial Run
The Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA held its 42nd Annual Wesson Memorial Run on the Fourth of July. This event is held in honor of Ray and Ann…
Free doughnut if you wear red,white, and blue!
If you pass a Krispy Kreme on your way to your Fourth of July celebration, be sure to stop by and get a free doughnut! The doughnut chain is giving customers who are…
Two Gulfport men arrested in connection with February 15 shooting
On July 3, 2023, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 20-year-old Jalin Lamont Johnson and charged him with two counts of Aggravated Assault and one charge of Trafficking Pharmaceuticals. Jerprice Preston, 22-year-old, was arrested and charged with Possession of Marijuana. On…