Customers gearing up for first Mardi Gras parade in Ocean Springs
Revelers are gearing up for the first set of parades to roll this Saturday in Ocean Springs. Mardi Gras Outlet has everything to help them…
Man arrested and charged with two counts of simple assault on a law enforcement officer in Biloxi
On Wednesday, February 01, 2023, at approximately 12:12 a.m., Biloxi Police Officers responded to a local medical facility in reference to a disturbance, after the Biloxi Communications Center received a complaint of a combative person being inside. Upon arrival, officers…
Pascagoula shooting suspect indicted in 2021 incident
A man charged with shooting into a dwelling during an argument in 2021 has been indicted. 22-year-old Davontae Andrews was indicted on a charge of shooting into an dwelling. He also has a charge of possession of a controlled substance.…
Mississippi Department of Education offers teacher residency program
The Mississippi Teacher Residency is a selective student-teaching program that allows residents to student-teach for a full year while gaining their master’s degree. The Mississippi Department of Education…
Multiple piers undergoing restoration in Gulfport
The City of Gulfport is moving forward with the restoration of multiple piers. Construction on Moses Pier is slated to begin in February and be finished by August. The city…
House Committee passes Bill 1318 which could help prevent newborn deaths
This morning, the House Committee passed Bill 1318 to the Mississippi House of Representatives which could help prevent newborn deaths. The bill allows a baby…
How to purchase medical marijuana in Mississippi
Now that medical marijuana is available to purchase, you may be wondering how do you actually buy it in Mississippi? So, you have your medical marijuana card. What’s next?…
High School students across the Coast compete in DECA Competition
High school students from across the Coast showcased their business and marketing skills at the annual DECA District Competition. DECA is a student organization for marketing…
Jackson County sheriff discusses increase in crime in St. Martin
John Ledbetter is the new sheriff of Jackson County since Mike Ezell was elected to Congress. There has been an increase in crime in St.…
Captain’s Wharf Marina opening spring of 2023 in Gulfport
After years of planning and preparation, Captain Al’s Steak and Seafood is expanding. You’ve probably already noticed some of the work. Coming this spring is Captain’s Wharf…
Humane Society of South Mississippi receives grant from PetSmart charities
The Humane Society of South Mississippi just received a grant for $100,000 from PetSmart charities. That money will support the expansion of HSSM’s ability to provide…
‘Point in Time’ count of people experiencing homelessness in Gulfport
Members of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Continuum of Care, led by Open Doors Homeless Coalition, were out early this morning conducting their annual ‘point in time’…
Hanshaw Road in Ocean Springs set to close starting Wednesday
A traffic reminder for Ocean Springs drivers: Hanshaw Road will close tomorrow for sewer repairs. The closure is expected to last for two months. It will…
Coast Guard finds 4 boaters missing in Biloxi Bay
Four people were rescued earlier today from the Gulfport Shipping Channel after not returning from their boating trip Monday. After being stranded over night at sea, four…
Mississippi gets funding for I-10 widening project
President Joe Biden announced today major transportation projects funded by bipartisan infrastructure law that will include a widening project for Interstate 10 here on the Coast. Biden was in New York to announce the Hudson Tunnel Project, but he also…
Gulfport group brings iconic King Cakes back home
In broad daylight, six Coast residents assisted one another in smuggling King Cakes across state lines. On Sunday morning, the group traveled from Gulfport to New…
Lighthouse Pier in Biloxi coming back better than ever
Biloxi’s Lighthouse Pier has been closed to the public since Hurricane Zeta in October 2020. Most piers in Biloxi have been repaired since the last storm except…
Governor Tate Reeves delivers State of the State Address
Governor Tate Reeves, along with other state officials, gathered today at the capital to give the State of the State address. Following a very busy year for…
State Senator Chris McDaniel announces run for Mississippi Lt. Governor
Incumbent Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann will face another primary challenger this year in his bid for a second term. Republican State Senator Chris McDaniel announced he’s…
Super Bowl betting starts Wednesday at the Scarlet Pearl
The division championships have been won and the Super Bowl match is set, but do you want to be a part of the winnings, too? The Super…
City of Ocean Springs preparing for parade season
The City of Ocean Springs is getting prepared for the good times to roll this coming Saturday. Workers were out today unloading barricades in preparation for the kick-off…
New medical cannabis practice in Gulfport
A new medical cannabis practice is open in Gulfport and ready to welcome patients. Kaya Life has successfully provided medical cannabis services for more than six years, starting in Florida…
Mississippi House Bill 401 to regulate electric vehicle sales
Electric vehicle sales are soaring across the country, but new measures in the state house in Jackson could regulate how they are sold. EV’s have had success…
Minor flooding along Biloxi and Wolf Rivers
As our week continues, Biloxi and Wolf Rivers will keep rising. Both the Biloxi and Wolf Rivers are expected to crest above flood stage overnight. They will be in…