Loaves and Fishes announces new executive director
Loaves and Fishes provides meals to those in need and now with a new executive director. Former volunteer Nina LaGrone accepts the new leadership role with the profit. LaGrone…
Arrested on one count of aggravated assault-domestic violence
On Wednesday, October 26, 2022 Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 39-year-old Edna Rivers on one count of Aggravated Assault-Domestic Violence. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, Harrison County Sheriff’s Office received a report of a male having been shot…
Staying safe while exercising alone
With cooler weather making it easier for people to exercise outside more, it could possibly make it easier for predators to attack. No one ever thinks they can be involved in…
Shopping for Halloween costumes on a budget
Halloween is right around the corner and many people are trying to find costumes without breaking the bank. According to the National Retail Association, in 2021, $3.32 billion was…
Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast holding candy drive competition
The members of Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast are holding a candy drive with a little competitive twist. The kids with PGC will participate in this competition…
Memorial Health System helps out American Red Cross
Memorial Health Care providers and staff did their part today to help save more lives, thanks to the Red Cross. The American Red Cross partners with Memorial Health…
Learning about planets through hands-on activities at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Children at the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport learned about the solar system today through different hands-on activities. Children from ages three through six…
Community comes together to remember Gulfport teen Jaheim McMillan
The Lyman Community Center in Gulfport was filled with family, friends, and loved ones attending the funeral of 15-year-old Jaheim McMillan, who was killed in an officer-involved…
Saucier man charged with arson, assault on deputies
A Saucier man is charged with arson and for attacking officers who responded to a fire. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson said 62-year-old Mark Theodore Gaston of Bethel Road is charged with arson and two counts of aggravated assault on…
Former corrections official found guilty in death of Ocean Springs mascot, Carl
Kendra Shaffer, a former corrections official from Jones County, was found guilty of animal cruelty in the death of Carl the Rooster in Ocean Springs Municipal Court this afternoon. Shaffer's attorney said they…
Healing for Hendrix: Blood donation in honor of Hendrix on Friday
Hendrix and the Branning family are asking all possible donors on the Coast to come out on Friday from noon until 6 p.m. at St.…
Gulfport Mayor responds to police shooting controversy
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is taking to social media to defend Gulfport Police Chief Adam Cooper and address controversy surrounding the deadly officer-involved shooting that happened on October 6th.…
Pascagoula Police searching for man in statutory rape case
Pascagoula Police are searching for a man who is wanted in connection to a statutory rape case. Police asked the public's help in locating 32-year-old Travis Rasco. They said the man, 6-foot-2 and 170 pounds, drives a 2007 black 2-door…
Biloxi man pleads guilty in federal drug trafficking case
A Biloxi man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess a firearm in a drug trafficking crime. 29-year-old Jamaar Saunders, 29, was the last of eight defendants in a conspiracy originally charged in October 2021. Saunders will be sentenced January 26,…
‘Dressy, but Messy’ Gala benefiting the Home of Grace
Tonight at Centennial Plaza, there was a unique gala benefiting Home of Grace, which offers faith-based rehab to men and women. The ‘Dressy, but Messy Gala’ is…
MGCCC hosts eighth annual Fall Festival
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College in Harrison County decided to get the spooky season kicked off a week early with its eighth annual Fall Festival. Candy, games, and spooky sights…
South portion of Beauvoir Road to close Nov. 1
Those who travel Beauvoir Road from U.S. 90 will soon have to adjust their route as the next phase of infrastructure is set to take place, closing the south portion of the roadway. Beginning November 1, Beauvoir Road, from U.S.…
‘Dressy but Messy’ Gala benefiting Home of Grace
Tonight at Centennial Plaza, there’s a unique gala benefiting the Home of Grace, which offers faith-based rehab to men and women. This masquerade-inspired gala aims to ‘unmask the…
Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast celebrates Youth of the Year at annual meeting
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast hosted their annual meeting and Youth of the Year celebration at…
Stone County celebrates with newly formed beautification program
Stone County Economic Development Partnership members got together at the Wiggins Depot for a certification celebration of the newly established Keep Stone County Beautiful organization. This new organization…
Rickey Peden Make-A-Wish Golf Tournament raises money for local kids
Make-A-Wish hosted its 15th annual Make-A-Wish golf tournament at Fallen Oak Golf Club in honor of Rickey Peden. Peden was the first Make-A-Wish board member on…
Mental Health Association South MS hosted free health and wellness fair
This morning, Mental Health Association South Mississippi hosted a free Autumn Health and Wellness Fair at the Orange Grove Community Center. The fair was a…
Fire service battles two fires overnight in Harrison County
Harrison County firefighters battled two house fires overnight, but there were no injuries. The first happened around 11 last night, a sheriff’s deputy on patrol discovered a…
Coast K-9s in running for $15,000 Aftermath K9 Grant
Some Coast first responders are asking the public to help them win a grant to help with their K-9s. Aftermath, a company that specializes in trauma cleaning, is sponsoring the Aftermath K9 Grant. Between now and Monday, you can go…