12/8 - Rob's "Warming Trend" Tuesday Afternoon Forecast
A beautiful Tuesday afternoon ahead with sunny skies but cool temperatures...
Mississippi Dept. of Health reports 1,732 new cases of COVID-19, 56 deaths Tuesday morning
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(WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting an additional 1,732 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and 56 deaths as of Tuesday morning. 42 deaths occurred between November 24 and December 7, and 14 occurred between November 8…
12/8 - Rob Knight's Tuesday Mid-Morning Forecast
A very cold start this morning but the warm-up will begin later today...
Deadline to request meals for Feed the Needy is December 14th
With Christmas just 18 days away, Harrison County’s Feed the Needy program is gearing up for its last meal distribution of the holiday season. Thirty-one years and still going strong, Harrison County’s annual holiday meal distribution program…
Remembering the life of Molly Lee
The Gulfport community, along with students and staff at Gulfport High, are mourning the loss of student Molly Lee, who passed away last Friday. For Bailey Smith, the loss of her friend Molly Lee, is hard to…
Enrolling in AmeriCorps program
Climb CDC, a local nonprofit, betters the youth in our community by helping them with workforce training. This gives them a skill set that they can use for their careers and not just temporary employment. They’re enrolling…
‘Smiles for Saucier’ School Supply Drive at Saucier Elementary School
Students and staff at Saucier Elementary School were on the receiving end of some holiday cheer this morning. A group from West Wortham Elementary and Middle Schools delivered gifts to Saucier Elementary. They called it ‘Smiles for Saucier School Supply…
Drive-by Farewell ceremony for Harrison County EMA Director Rupert Lacy
‘What the HAIL Rupert?’ and other funny signs were seen at the drive-by farewell for the now former Harrison County Emergency Management Agency Director Rupert Lacy. That’s apparently an inside joke regarding Lacy’s sometimes comedic emails. Lacy…
Biloxi’s annual Christmas on the Water boat parade took place Saturday
The annual Christmas on the Water boat parade did not disappoint as boats lit up the water parading from the Beau Rivage to the Golden Nugget Casino. Boat owners prepared all year to display their boats in…
Sixth annual Pet Pawrade in Pass Christian
The sixth annual Pass Christian Christmas Pawrade brought Christmas spirit to pet owners and their furry friends. Big, small, and everything in between, the pawrade organizers accepted all pets to participate. Pets and pet owners dressed up…
Christmas Market taking place at the Biloxi Visitors Center
At the Biloxi Visitors Center you can now shop with local small businesses for the perfect Christmas gift. Each weekend until December 20th, the Biloxi Visitors Center will host their Christmas Market. There’s everything from hand-made body…
Christmas wreath ceremony at the Biloxi National Cemetery
The Biloxi National Cemetery remembered those who fought for our country this holiday season during their annual Christmas wreath laying ceremony. Family members, friends, and the community are normally asked to come out and pay their respects…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club Winter Classic
At the 11th annual Winter Classic over 600 dogs came out to compete and take home the overall win. Furry friends big and small from across the country flooded the Gulf Coast this weekend for the 11th…
Free mask giveaway Saturday in Ocean Springs
The Gulf Coast Patient Wellness Education is sponsoring a free mask giveaway in Ocean Springs in partnership with MSDH. The event is drive-thru only and will be at the Digestive Health Center off Bienville Road from 9:30 a.m. to 12…
Law enforcement engage in high speed vehicle chase with wanted man from Scott County
Harrison County Sheriff’s Department and other law enforcement agencies were engaged in a high-speed vehicle chase earlier today. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, a deputy spotted a vehicle traveling east on I-10 matching the description of a…
Gift drive spreading joy to local children
Looking to spread some joy this holiday season? You can assist local Gulf Coast children that have suffered the pain of abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and exploitation. Canopy Children’s Solutions South Mississippi Child Advocacy Center serves these…
City of Long Beach's Sea Santa Sail-a-Bration canceled
Long Beach’s annual Sea Santa Sail-a-Bration has been canceled as well due to COVID-19 concerns. The parade was set to roll at 5:45 on Saturday night through downtown Long Beach. The Long Beach Community Development Association announced…
Debris removal update in unincorporated Harrison County
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors has released an update on debris removal in unincorporated areas of the county following Hurricane Zeta. The county estimates Zeta generated around 800,000 to one million cubic yards of damage and…
MS Secretary of State presents check to MS Department of Marine Resources
Each year the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources reels in millions of dollars from Tidelands Funds, money generated since 1994 from leases of land, such as tidelands and submerged lands, owned by the state. Today the Mississippi…
Baby Jane from 1982 cold case has been identified
In 1982, the lifeless body of a toddler was found in the Escatawpa River beneath the west bound lane of I-10 near Pascagoula. With her identity unknown, the little girl became known as Baby Jane, but today…
Starbucks giving healthcare workers free coffee in December
Health care workers and first responders, need a pick-me up? You can now get free coffee at Starbucks! To show appreciation to frontline workers, Starbucks is offering a free tall brewed coffee, hot or iced, through the end of the…
‘Santa Wears a Badge’ benefit wrestling events hosted by Diamond Championship Wrestling
‘Tis the season to be jolly and it’s also the season of body slams courtesy of Diamond Championship Wrestling. The wrestling promotion will host two action packed events on December 12th and the 19th. Here’s the thing:…
Christmas in Woolmarket Park canceled
Due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic, the annual Christmas in Woolmarket Park event has been canceled for 2020. However, the Christmas lights in the park will be lit nightly from dusk until dawn for individual and family viewing. The park…
MDEQ Issues Beach Water Contact Advisory in Gulfport
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued a water contact advisory Friday for Station 8 (Gulfport West Beach). The advisory is issued for: Station 8 — Gulfport West Beach — the extent…