Women of Wisdom meeting set for June 9th
It’s been a while since a South Mississippi group of women of faith have met, but it won’t be long before the Women of Wisdom group launch their in-person gatherings again. June 9th, W.O.W. will once again…
National Travel and Tourism Week
The 38th annual National Travel and Tourism Week is a week which unites communities to celebrate what travel means to American jobs, economic growth, and personal well-being. To celebrate National Travel and Tourism Week, the Ocean Springs…
Biloxi PD honors fallen officers with annual Fallen Officer Ceremony
Two years ago today, the South Mississippi community lost a beloved member of the Biloxi Police Department. Now, in Officer Robert McKeithen’s honor, the community remembers that a hero’s legacy lives on. The Biloxi Police Department held…
The Shed competing in the World Championship BBQ Contest
Competing in the World Championship Barbeque Cooking Contest for the 16th year, the Shed BBQ and Blues Joint is preparing to take home another win and grand prize of $50,000. Last year, the Memphis in May World…
Shows return at Center Stage Biloxi
Center Stage Biloxi is excited to bring theatre back to South Mississippi after a long hiatus due to the pandemic. The stage lights are back on and the intermission is finally over for staff, actors, and volunteers…
Cinco de Mayo celebration at the District on the Alley
It’s Cinco de Mayo. It’s a day of celebration for the Mexican victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla. It’s not Mexican Independence Day which is a common mistake. The celebration is often paired with…
John C. Stennis Space Center Director’s Briefing: 2020 in Review
The ninth annual John C. Stennis Space Center Director’s Briefing was held this morning. For the first time, the meeting was held virtually due to COVID-19. During the briefing, over 100 business and industry leaders from Mississippi…
Auditor arrests two Biloxi Public Schools employees for fraud and embezzlement
JACKSON, Miss. – Today State Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Michael Ludlow and Mickey Bellande, Jr. after both were indicted for fraud and embezzlement. Both Ludlow and Bellande are former maintenance employees at the…
Lightning strike causes house fire on Anniston Avenue in Gulfport
A lightning strike caused a house fire on Anniston Avenue in Gulfport early this morning. No injuries have been reported and the fire was contained within minutes of the fire department arriving on scene. A neighbor was…
Governor Reeves announces GOMESA Project on Coast
GAUTIER, MS —Today, Governor Tate Reeves announced a $2.67 million project for Gautier Vancleave Sewer Improvements. This project is funded through the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act (GOMESA). "This is a much-needed project for the City of Gautier and…
Autopsy results set to be released Wednesday for 4-month-old boy killed during Monday police chase
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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Autopsy results are set to be released by noon Wednesday for a four-month-old boy killed Monday during a two-state police chase. Authorities announced Tuesday morning that the child died at a Mobile, Alabama hospital. The four-month-old…
Four people killed when plane crashes into Hattiesburg home late Tuesday night
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) — Emergency officials in Mississippi say four people were killed when a small plane crashed into a home. Hattiesburg police were called to the scene of the crash just before 11:30 p.m. Tuesday. Initially they said two…
Four-month-old baby injured during police pursuit Monday has died
The four-month-old baby boy injured during a police chase in South Mississippi on Monday has died. This morning, Biloxi police released a statement saying ‘despite the efforts of medical staff, the child passed away as a result…
May is Food Month in Ocean Springs
Foodies, it’s time to grab your forks and head to Ocean Springs because all month long the city is celebrating food and its over 130 restaurants. Due to COVID, Ocean Springs won’t be holding its Taste of…
Tax-forfeited land auction begins tomorrow in Hancock County
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson was in Bay St. Louis this afternoon to discuss an event taking place over the next month in Hancock County. Watson joined Bay St. Louis Mayor Mike Favre today to announce…
Fly Llama Brewing hosting Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Tomorrow is Cinco de Mayo. In honor of the occasion, Fly Llama Brewing, located on Bohn Street in Biloxi, is hosting a ‘Llama la Bamba.’ The celebration kicks off at 2 on Wednesday and they’ll be giveaways…
Mississippi Aquarium hosted ‘May the Fourth be with You’ festivities
‘May the Fourth be with You’ as it is National Star Wars Day. The Mississippi Aquarium is shifting its focus from the aquatic side to the dark side. On Tuesday, they honored the holiday with special appearances…
May the Fourth be with You celebration at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Also celebrating ‘May the Fourth be with You’ is Lynn Meadows in Gulfport and they got the kids involved. Today, kindergarten students from 28th Street Elementary played around in arts and crafts making their own Yoda paper…
Locals prepare for National Day of Prayer
Many people of faith live in South Mississippi and some will be heading out on Thursday at various local rallies celebrating National Day of Prayer. ‘Lord, pour out your love, life, and liberty,’ this year’s theme for…
American Cancer Society presented Singing River Health System Cancer Center with grant
Singing River Health System’s cancer center in Pascagoula will now be helping cancer patients along the Coast travel to and from treatment. This afternoon, the American Cancer Society presented Singing River with a $5,000 grant to help…
National Electrical Safety Month
As Electrical Safety Month continues, Mississippi Power has more tips when dealing with electricity, especially as hurricane season fast approaches. If the lights do go out during a storm, contact Mississippi Power or your power provider to…
Alabama House committee advances lottery, casino bill
BY KIM CHANDLER Associated Press MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) - Lottery and casino legislation will be decided in the last two days of the Alabama legislative session. The House Economic Development and Tourism Committee on Tuesday voted to advance the bill…
William Carey closing Tuesday due to threat of severe weather
Due to the threat of severe weather, offices on both the Hattiesburg and Tradition (Biloxi) campus will close at 3 p.m. today. Night classes will not meet on either campus.
Gulfport Leisure Services hosting ‘Daddy Daughter Bike Ride’
Attention dads and daughters! Grab your helmets and hop on two wheels, it’s time for a bike ride. Gulfport Leisure Services is hosting a free Daddy Daughter Bike Ride this Saturday, May 8th at Jones Park. Check-in…