Morning Business Report: December 7th, 2023

McDonald’s is launching a new alien inspired restaurant chain and President Biden forgives another 5 billion in student loan debt. Monica Malpass is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

“Finding Christmas” at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino

Joining us this morning are Dewayne Barrett and Ryan Stilwell who are going to tell us all about Beau Rivage’s Christmas show “Finding Christmas.” The show runs from December 15th through the 27th. There are no shows on December 18th. Show times are at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

12/6 – Trey’s “It’s Cold” Wednesday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

Throughout this workweek, the Mississippi Gulf coast has seen stability in multiple facets of the atmosphere and weather enterprise. Tonight, (Wednesday Night) will be no exception. A clear night across the southeastern region will once again persist. As this is the case, cloud cover being absent from the Gulf Coast will allow much of our collected daytime heat to escape…

Three Biloxi high school seniors sign to play college sports

It’s that time of the year again where local high school athletes will be making their decision as to where they will be spending the next stage of their careers. On Sunday three Biloxi high school seniors did just that. Logan Fontenelle will be taking his baseball talents to Pearl River Community College. Hailey Moore will continue her soccer career…

Child Advocacy Center making Christmas special for those in need

The South Mississippi Child Advocacy Center is making Christmas extra special for those in need. The Child Advocacy Center, commonly known as Canopy Children’s Solutions, is currently hosting its annual Christmas Toy Drive. Those looking to donate can drop off presents at the Gulfport and Pascagoula establishments. Serving Greene, George, Harrison, Stone, and Jackson Counties, The Child Advocacy Center is…

Mississippi Sheriffs’ Association holds Bi-Annual Conference

The Mississippi Sheriffs’ Association is hosting its week long Bi-Annual Conference to end the year. The conference held at the Golden Nugget Casino featured various speakers throughout the week. Commissioner Sean Tindell spoke earlier in the week on the new changes happening within the Department of Public Safety. The conference comes ahead of the legislative session beginning next year in…

Congressman Mike Ezell releases statement on George Santos’ expulsion

It’s almost been a week since the historic expulsion of George Santos from the House of Representatives. Congressman Mike Ezell voted ‘no’ to the expulsion, releasing a statement to explain his vote. Starting the statement, Rep. Ezell stated he never thought Santos belongs to Congress. Ezell said the evidence the Ethics Committee found was damning and so was Santos’ own…

12/6 – Jeff’s “Cold” Wednesday Evening Forecast

Winds back off this evening into the overnight hours. With that and clear skies, temperatures will be poised to plummet overnight. Expect an average of temperatures in the 30s tomorrow morning. Widespread frost and freeze concerns are not on the table but some of you may see frost.High pressure will shift eastward for the end of the week. Southerly flow…

Local Businesses able to claim tax credit for donation to food banks

A bill passed this year by the state legislation allows Mississippi businesses to claim tax credit when they donate to a food bank charitable organization, which distributes food to local food pantries. This bill went into effect July 1st and the last day to make a donation that will be eligible for this tax credit is December 31st. Coastal Mississippi’s…

First Baptist Church Biloxi holds Singing Christmas Tree program

Joining us this afternoon are Worship Minister Todd Dubose and Chairman Kyle Tootle from First Baptist Church to tell us about their Singing Christmas Tree shows coming up this weekend. The program runs Friday, December 8th at 7 p.m., Saturday, December 9th at 6 p.m. and on Sunday, December 10th at 6 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: First Baptist Church…

12/6 – Jeff Vorick’s “Cooler & Sunny” Wednesday Afternoon Forecast

Even with more sunshine, temperatures will struggle to reach the 60-degree mark today. Winds out of the north will be quite breezy for some portions of this afternoon. Temperatures plummet overnight as winds back off and skies remain clear. Some patchy frost could develop but widespread freeze concerns are off the table. As high pressure scoots east, winds will shift…

Former Ocean Springs teacher admits to relationship with student

A former Ocean Springs teacher admitted to having sex with a student in her car and at his home for at least a month before his arrest. Our media partner, the Sun Herald, reports that 38-year-old James Hawkins II admitted to the encounters during an interview with Sheriff’s Captain Kristen Johnson. Johnson testified at Hawkin’s probable cause hearing Tuesday. He…

Local Eats – Rockin Chicken & Waffles

Allen Beverages brings you “Local Eats,” a quarterly series featuring unique local restaurants and what they bring to our coast community. This month we feature Rockin Chicken and Waffles located at 4020 Popps Ferry Rd. in D’Iberville. Home of the chicken and waffle sandwich! You can get this savory-sweet combo in a variety of ways with your choice of sauces…

12/5 – Trey’s “Weak Front” Tuesday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

A large upper trough over the eastern states amplifies further tonight before moving off into the western Atlantic on Wednesday. A large upper ridge over the western states advances into the central United States. That ridge will continue into the eastern states on Thursday. A cold front approaching from the north moves across the Mississippi Gulf Coast tonight, but deep…

Jamonta Waller earns Mr. Football honors

Jamonta Waller is turning into a household name, even outside the state of Mississippi. On Tuesday, the Mississippi star was recognized as one of the best football players in the state, winning the 6A Mr. Football award. There is no secret as to why Waller was awarded with Mississippi’s top individual honor for high school football players. The 6-foot-2, 22-pound…

Former Biloxi Shucker makes MLB history with new contract

On Sunday, former Biloxi Shucker centerfielder Jackson Chourio broke an MLB record…and the bank. The star centerfielder is only 19-years-old and just signed an 8-year, $82-million contract that shatters the previous record for a player with no big league experience. Chourio’s contract is the fourth largest in Milwaukee Brewers history. He was the youngest player to appear in Double A…

Tree of Remembrance ceremony held at Jones Park

Riemann Family Funeral Homes held a Tree of Remembrance ceremony at Jones Park today. It is a hard time losing someone, but it can become worse during the holiday season. Riemann Funeral Homes gave coastal residents a chance to come together and remember those who left us. Guests were greeted with the sound of music from the Saint Peter’s by…

Chanukah event being held at Mississippi capitol

Congregation Beth Israel is hosting a Chanukah event at the state capitol next week. Anyone is invited to attend Chanukah at the Capitol on Wednesday, December 13. Those attending can gather at the south steps of the capitol, located at 400 High Street. Governor Tate Reeves will also be in attendance and the event is set to start at 4:30….