Vicari Auto Auction has $8M in sales at Cruisin’ the Coast

Cruisin’ the Coast not only set new records last week, Vicari Auto Auctions also set some new records. The auto auction sold more than 600 muscle, classic and late-model exotic cars, generating more than $8 million in sales at the four-day sale that is a featured event at Cruisin’. The top selling vehicle? A 1968 Ford Shelby Mustang, which sold…

Morning Business Report: October 11th, 2023

A new study says debt can take a toll on your mental health and early shopping on Amazon Prime Days could give a clue into the health of the economy. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Bugfest at Crosby Arboretum in Picayune

Barb Medlock with the Crosby Arboretum is in studio to tell us all about their upcoming Bugfest. Bugfest takes place at the Crosby Arboretum on October 13th at 9:30 a.m. and on October 14th at 10 a.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Bugfest, crosby arboretum

Eighteen Gulf Coast volleyball programs competed in the second round of the MHSAA Volleyball playoffs

The Mississippi Gulf Coast was represented well in the second round of the MHSAA Volleyball playoffs. 18 teams along the six southern counties battled it out for the best of five matches in order to advance to the third round. The high schools advancing to the third round of playoffs are Ocean Springs, Biloxi, Long Beach, George County, Hancock, West…

Ocean Spring Boy’s Golf wins District Title

A big congratulations to the Ocean Springs Boy’s Golf Team! The squad recently competed in the District tournament and came out on top. Along with the Greyhounds clinching the 2023 District title, Ocean Springs junior Matthew Bond shot an impressive score of 72 to secure the low medalist honor. Way to go, Ocean Springs! Categories: Local Sports Tags: District Title,…

10/11 – The Chief’s “Heavy Rainy & Windy” Wednesday Morning Forecast

All eyes continue to focus upstream at the nontropical low pressure system across the western Gulf of Mexico. This feature will begin to strengthen as it approaches our area from the southwest. This will allow pressure gradient to tighten across the waters first later this morning and then breezy to windy conditions develop respectively across the area. The higher winds will be…

10/10 – Jeff’s “Windy & Dreary Tomorrow” Tuesday Night Forecast

Cloudy skies will prevail tonight and rain chances will begin to come into play after 2 AM. Light southerly winds will remain in place until the morning and temperatures will be slightly warmer overnight. Tomorrow will be a busy day weather-wise along the Mississippi Coast with an area of low pressure moving through the Gulf. Rain will begin to fill…

St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church celebrating 204 years of service

One Pascagoula church is celebrating 204 years of service on Sunday, November 5th. St. Peter Missionary Baptist Church on South Market Street is the oldest continuous Black congregation in the state of Mississippi. The church was organized in 1819 by Dudley Brooks, a freed slave. Brooks was given his freedom after saving the life of his master’s wife. St. Peter…

Flamingo Landing restaurant holding grand opening October 11th

If you’re somebody who likes to flock to a new restaurant, listen up. Flamingo Landing is celebrating its official grand opening with a ribbon cutting and flamingo party on October 11th at 10 a.m. Flamingo Landing is located at 8813 Lorraine Road. The ribbon cutting will include food and frozen drinks. The restaurant is a family-friendly location with waterfront views….

Haunted trail offers spookiness for a good cause

A spooktacular Halloween event is going on every Friday and Saturday night that is leaving guests with a fright. Enter at your own risk, those are some of the last words these guests are hearing before they enter the Walley Ween Haunted Trail. During the month of October, from 7 PM to 9 PM, visitors will have their bravery tested…

10/10 – Jeff Vorick’s “Gloomy” Tuesday Evening Forecast

Cloudy skies with very few breaks in cloud coverage will continue this evening with light southerly winds shifting to easterly overnight. Temperatures will be slightly warmer overnight as compared to this morning. Rain chances will begin to increase after the 2 – 4 AM window as an area of low pressure will begin to impact our area. Periods of steady…

Lemoyne Boulevard Baptist Church pumpkin patch now open

If your family is looking for fun fall activities, Lemoyne Boulevard Pumpkin Patch is now open. The pumpkin patch is a fundraiser hosted by Lemoyne Boulevard Baptist Church and is open seven days a week. It is open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday and open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday. Admission and all…

Study shows economic impact of gambling on the state

A new study out from the American Gaming Association says gambling has a $4.41 billion economic impact on the state. The study, conducted by Oxford Economics, shows that gambling has a $328 billion impact nationally from more than 1,000 casinos. In Mississippi, more than 37,000 jobs are supported by the industry, which shows 26 casinos in 13 cities or communities….

Deadline for FEMA disaster assistance is October 11th

MADISON, Miss.- Renters and homeowners in Jackson and Jasper counties who were affected by the June 14-19 tornadoes and severe storms have time to apply for assistance. Oct. 11 is the last day to apply. How to Apply Go online to DisasterAssistance.gov. Call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362, which is open 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Central Time, seven days…

Memorial Hospital offerings for Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Memorial Hospital is raising awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness Month to identify underlying signs for women and men that suffer from the disease. The CDC recommends patients receive a mammogram by age 40 or earlier if your family has a history of the disease to spot early signs of the cancer. Memorial Hospital is currently offering a special discounted price…

HSSM Pet Clinic today in Long Beach

Today in Long Beach, a pop-pet clinic hosted by the Humane Society of South Mississippi. It runs from 2 to 6 p.m. at the West Harrison Civic Center on Espy Avenue. Those who live in zip codes 39560 and 39571 are eligible to attend. A free range of pet health care services will be available including micro chipping, dog and…

Funeral Services for former Gulfport Mayor George Schloegel

Visitation for former Gulfport Mayor George Schloegel is set for later tonight. That visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bradford O’Keefe Funeral Home on 15th Street in Gulfport. Wednesday, a mass of Christian Burial is set to take place at 11 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church. The former mayor and Hancock Bank CEO died last…

Poplarville holds Jimmy Buffett tribute

Mississippi native and legendary musician Jimmy Buffet died on September 1st. The City of Poplarville in collaboration with the Poplarville Area Chamber of Commerce and Pearl River Community College is proud to present a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Jimmy Buffett tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. The tribute will take place at Poplarville Town Green on Main Street. Categories:…

Third annual Llamapalooza happening Saturday

Looking ahead to the weekend, an exciting event hosted by Fly Llama Brewing. The third annual Llamapalooza is happening on Saturday. Fly Llama Brewing says they are expecting over 1,000 people to attend this year. Bohn Street in Downtown Biloxi will be closed down. Live music, food trucks, and local vendors will be in attendance. There will also be many…

Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational

Fallen Oak Golf Pro Maury Hodgens and Tournament Director Ashley Comstock are here to tell us all about the Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational coming up this weekend. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational, golf, sports