Today, in honor of Arbor Day, the University of Southern Mississippi hosted their inaugural sapling drive-thru giveaway. Saplings available were live oak, cherry bark oak, willow oak, and river birch. Guests were to drive up to Gulf Coast Research Laboratory in Ocean Springs, select three saplings they’d prefer and plant them to replenish any lost or damaged trees from the…
The Gardens Senior Living Facility in Jackson County delivered warm soup and treats to seniors and frontline care workers today. The Gardens Senior Living Facility in Ocean Springs delivered ten warm Tuscan soups to seniors and healthcare professionals along the Coast as a token of appreciation. Margaret and Donald Young are a couple who received soup from the Gardens. Gardens…
COVID has changed a lot of things in our everyday life and blood drives have not been immune to the virus’s adverse effects with many common venues such as schools unable to serve as donation sites. Local businesses and others are stepping up to help fill the gap and meet the need. Construction is still underway at the Claiborne at…
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 360 new COVID-19 cases and three new deaths with one new death in Harrison County. MSDH would like to note that COVID case reporting is likely to have been affected by the recent weather. The statewide total stands at 289,892 cases and 6,534 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in…
Vehicle burglaries have been happening more than usual around the Coast lately, but with newer technology catching criminals has become easier. Police departments in the area want to make sure you and your belongings are safe after certain parts of the Coast have seen a rise in vehicle burglaries. Biloxi Police Captain Brian Dykes tells News 25 that they are…
Less than a day after news broke of Moss Point Mayor Mario King’s intent to plead guilty to federal fraud charges, the Moss Point Board of Aldermen has requested the mayor’s resignation after he officially enters a plea. Ward 4 Alderman Ennit Morris and Ward 1 Alderman Sherwood Bradford called for a special meeting with the board and mayor to…
Supporting local fire and police departments while saving lives, that’s the mission behind an upcoming event in Gautier. On Wednesday, February 24th, Gulf Coast Gas Station on Highway 90 in Gautier will host this year’s Battle of the Badges, a blood drive that will also have local law enforcement and first responders on hand for demonstrations, such as a seatbelt…
Since 2017, St. Peter’s by the Sea’s Biscuit Brigade has been cooking biscuits for those utilizing the Salvation Army’s cold weather shelter in Gulfport. Today, the name ‘Burrito Brigade’ might have been more fitting as they were cooking up burritos and hash browns donated to them by Feed my Sheep. Every time the Salvation Army cold weather shelters are open,…
Tomorrow morning at the Biloxi Town Green, the Disability Connection is hosting its 33rd annual Arbor Day Run/Walk/Roll. There will be a 5K, one mile and quarter mile run, walk, or stroll all to raise awareness for individuals with disabilities. The goal for these races is to promote a healthy lifestyle as well as encourage those with disabilities to actively…
Plans are underway to convert an old bank building in the heart of downtown Pascagoula into a city Centre. The old Hancock Bank building has sat vacant in Downtown Pascagoula for quite some time, but within the next year it will be transformed into a building that will house 29 apartments and a rooftop bar. This project is one of…
Good news coming from the City of Gautier regarding an update to the Singing River Mall property that’s been vacant for around seven years now. The city was able to get the final funding approved to purchases the property. The approval of the $3.5 million from the Restore Act took place at the last legislature meeting. This is an opportunity…
Less than a day after news broke of Moss Point Mayor Mario King’s intent to plea guilty to federal fraud charges, two members of the Moss Point Board of Aldermen called for a special meeting scheduled for 4 p.m. today in the Moss Point City Hall boardroom. According to an announcement on the City of Moss Point’s Facebook page, Ward…
In just a few days, the Jackson County School Board will make a decision on bond proposal to improve classroom facilities at schools in the district. Superintendent John Strycker will present a final proposal to the board during their Monday meeting. The proposal will include a millage option and the percentage of money that would go to each attendance center…
Memorial Hospital is continuing its awareness campaign for American Heart Health Month through fun activities for its employees. This afternoon, Memorial Employees took time out of their busy schedules to take a group walk for exercise around the hospital complex in Gulfport. The walk is one of many outreach activities Memorial has conducted this month, including National Wear Red Day…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Camellia Society planted beautiful camellias on Beauvoir property to serve as a tool on this rare flower. In 1951, a local businessman and his wife named a camellia ‘Beauvoir’ after the historic home along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This year, the society decided to plant camellias on a variety of historic landmarks in South Mississippi. The…
Local businesses thrive during carnival season. Blackwater Brass is keeping spirits high and bringing Mardi Gras soul to local Coast businesses. The New Orleans style funk band is playing at local venues and restaurants to help keep customers coming. Year after year, Blackwater Brass has partied and provided music for Mardi Gras parades from New Orleans to Mobile, Alabama. But…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is ranked number one in the U.S. on the 2021-2022 Military Schools List for the nation’s largest community colleges. Dustin Furby is an Army veteran and now a student at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. During his time in the U.S. military, he worked as a military policeman in Virginia and did missions with the…
The Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands hasn’t even officially opened yet to house residents, but this premier living retirement home in Gulfport is already going above and beyond to help those in need. Tomorrow the welcome center at the Claiborne at Gulfport Highlands will host a blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the American Red Cross. This retirement…
Harrison County residents are going to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum as they are administering vaccinations to qualifying individuals. Only county residents that pre-registered may receive their vaccine dose and they must enter at gate three on Beauvoir Road. This vaccination site has been open for a little over a month now and have since almost doubled the amount they are…
The local nonprofit Comeback Coolers, based out of Ocean Springs, embarked on their first ever winter mission. The group is known for providing relief in the form of ice chests with ice cold beer, soft drinks, and goodies to those repairing their homes post-natural disasters like hurricanes. This past Tuesday they headed to areas around Columbia, Mississippi to aid linemen…
Walmart shelves along the Coast are not as stocked as usual due to the weather. If you take a trip to your local neighborhood Walmart you’ll notice low stock or no stock of different types of product. Mother Nature has delayed truck deliveries here on the Coast. Digital Team Lead for Gulfport Walmart Kasey Lovato said, “Because of the roads…
The Mississippi State Department of Health is reporting 134 new COVID-19 cases and seven new deaths as of 3 p.m. yesterday with one new death in Stone County. MSDH has stated that they will have limited COVID-19 reporting today as they work to restore their website after power loss. The statewide total stands at 289,532 cases and 6,531 deaths. Here’s…
The 2021 Crawfish Music Festival is happening! The 28th annual Crawfish Music Festival is scheduled for April 14th through April 18th. Presale tickets go up on February 25th and will be on sale February 26th. Headliners include Riley Green, Hardy, Blackberry Smoke, and more. The festival includes midway rides, a variety of foods, unique vendors, crawfish cook-off, and three full…
In Gulfport and Pascagoula, the Salvation Army has opened cold weather shelters for those who need a warm, dry place to sleep during this week’s freezing temperatures. Shelters will be open at 6 p.m. tonight until 7 a.m. tomorrow. Then they’ll reopen again tomorrow night at 6 p.m. Dinner and breakfast will be provided each day for those in need….