Powering the blue economy, University of Southern Mississippi unveils an innovative project to advance economic development and coastal resilience. The launch of Gulf Blue helps place Mississippi on the global scale…
Today the 200-year-old oak tree in Ocean Springs was cut down after months of controversy. A centuries-old live oak tree in Ocean Springs survived Hurricane Katrina, but…
GULFPORT, MS – Mississippi Aquarium hosts cinematographer, filmmaker and Ocean Springs resident Foaud Zayed from 2-3 pm Saturday in Changing Tides presented by Keesler Federal Credit Union. Zayed is well-known for his underwater camera work on Discovery's "Shark Week" programs such as "Shaq Does…
After having to postpone the arrival of the Lil Bill C-130 replica plane due to transportation challenges, the replica plane has finally arrived at its new home. Getting…
The largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi, Ingalls Shipbuilding is offering employment opportunities for those looking for work. Ingalls Shipbuilding is looking to fill positions for shipfitters, first class electricians, pipefitters, pipe welders,…
The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce Main Street Tourism Bureau along with its sponsor Mosaic Restaurant hosted their quarterly breakfast with the mayor. This time, the breakfast was a little…
The largest housing agency in the state of Mississippi has a new executive director. Coming from Virginia, Justin Brooks is taking over the state’s Regional Housing…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA held a graduation for their preschool swim class Tuesday evening. The three- and four-year-olds were introduced to the pool and developed safe water habits. The children…
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting a spike in reported COVID-19 cases today. The latest daily total released by the department says there are 641 new COVID-19…
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is alerting citizens they should not believe any texts of Facebook messages they might receive saying they won a lottery. Earlier this week, a Vancleave woman sent in thousands of dollars to two different addresses…
Here are the winning numbers for tonight's Mega Millions lottery draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
The well-known coastal eight-piece funk and jazz band Blackwater Brass is sharing their talent with their next generation of musicians. Giving back the same way he…
A new stone marker will be placed at the grave for Alisha Ann Heinrich, formerly known as the first Baby Jane Doe…
After a year of anticipation, eight-year-old Matti Taylor’s wish of visiting the Mississippi Aquarium finally came true on the same week that marks her one-year anniversary of remission.…
Hickory Hill Country Club closed its doors in 2020 and left many in the City of Gautier wondering if it would ever open again. Now the country…
Loaves and Fishes has been a staple in Biloxi for many years, helping out in the community. Now they need the community’s help. Their current lease…
Coast Transit Authority wants to invite everyone to Ride FREE All-Day-Long on Friday, July 23, 2021! Hop aboard a nostalgic trolley, like the Beachcomber or Casino Hopper, or experience a ride on one of their hybrid buses. CTA wants locals…
Jackson County District 2 County Supervisor Melton Harris has died this morning at the age of 75. Harris had served on the board since 2008 and was in his…
Gym attendance is almost what it was like a year ago at the Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA in Ocean Springs. Last year, the YMCA experienced record…
Personnel traveling to Keesler Air Force Base on a daily basis will see some changes in the operation of two gates on base for the next eight to…
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued five beach water contact advisories Tuesday for Station 11 (Gulfport East Beach), Station 12A (Biloxi West Central Beach), Station 12B (Biloxi East Central Beach), Station 14 (Front…
Ingalls Shipbuilding will host pop-up hiring events in various locations across Harrison County on Wednesday, July 14. Times and locations: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. St. Paul United Methodist Church, Biloxi D’Iberville Town Green MGCCC West Harrison Campus, Gulfport 9…
2021 marks 100 years since a major fire destroyed much of Downtown Pascagoula. The city is gathering to reflect on the history of downtown and celebrate the growth they’re seeing today. The Third Friday event takes place July 16th from…
By JEFF BELCHER Courtesy of the Sea Coast Echo Long-time Sea Coast Echo Publisher Ellis C. Cuevas died late on Monday, July 12, after a long illness. He was 87 years old. “Teacher, mentor and role model of the highest…