Moss Point PD has designated a “Safe Trade Zone” for anyone doing internet transactions. The location can also be used as a spot for child custody exchanges. The safe trade area is located in the front parking lot of the Moss Point Police Department, being well lit and is under 24-year video surveillance. Moss Point Police do not monitor these…
A funeral Mass was held for Former Bay St. Louis Mayor Eddie Favre, who died last Sunday. Family, friends, and community leaders turned out to honor the former mayor. Friends and colleagues from Hancock County, Waveland, and Bay St. Louis filled Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church. Other colleagues from the Coast, including Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich, were also…
The Hattiesburg Zoo made a trip to the Coast Saturday afternoon to showcasing some of their reptiles and mammals. Animals that made the trip include a box turtle, speckled king snake, and hedgehog at the Edgewater Mall. Children and their families were educated on ways these animals support one another and contribute to further research and education. Many kids and…
Over the weekend, the Biloxi Lion’s Club celebrated its 100th birthday! During its 100 years, the club has grown to help those who can’t afford surgeries for children and adults. The Lion’s Club also has camps for kids with disabilities. One of the continued missions for Biloxi Lions members is joining forces with other local non-profits to promote vision screenings…
Very nice comfortable/dry conditions ahead today as highs top out in the mid-60s for most. Cool tonight, but no freezing temps expected. The nice continues into Tuesday as highs move into the 70s. Return flow will begin from west to east today but more pronounced Tue. No real muggy conditions, but moisture will be on the rise. No impacts expected…
Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight took to social media recently to discuss two issues currently impacting the River City. In a River City Chat posted to the city’s Facebook page, Mayor Knight addressed recent concerns from residents over speeding and illegal trash dumping. In the video, he says people have complained of teenagers excessively speeding on local roads across the…
The Quilts of Valor Foundation gave away four uniquely woven quilts to veterans on the Coast. The vets range in age from 60 to 90 years old. They received specifically crafted quilts symbolic of the branch they served in and the stories they experienced serving the United States. The event is the first of many for the local Quilts of…
It’s time for Meggan Monday and today Meggan is introducing us to a young Seabee who formed a bond with a sweet pup while on deployment and how he brought her to the states so she could have a forever home. Today we want to introduce you to a special pair: Will Mechtly and his dog, Stinky. Will, a builder…
We’re joined this morning by Kevin Cuttill to talk about an upcoming Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony hosted by Crusaders for Veterans. The ceremony takes place Friday, March 29th at 10 a.m. at the Biloxi National Cemetery. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Crusaders for Veterans, Vietnam Veterans Day, Vietnam Veterans Day Ceremony
Harrison County Fire Rescue, CRTC, and Gulfport Fire Department responded to a two-vehicle accident at Highway 49 and Old Hwy 49 Saturday. Fire crews had to extricate one person and Rescue Five flew one person to a trauma center. Traffic on Highway 49 had to be diverted for a period of time while crews worked the accident. Mississippi Highway Patrol…
Allen Beverages highlights unique local restaurants across South Mississippi. This month Jesus Ramirez and Scott Sutherland take us for a look inside The Blind Tiger’s latest franchise – The TBT Butcher Shop & Depot Deli located in Bay St. Louis’s historic depot district. Categories: Local Eats
We had five coast soccer programs compete in the MHSAA Soccer State Championships, and three of them not only came out victorious, but also defended their previous earned titles. Starting things off on Friday, the St. The Patrick girls soccer team took on Tupelo Christian Prep for the class one State Championship at Madison central. The Lady Irish didn’t even…
Opening day for college baseball took place this past weekend, and the Southern Miss Golden Eagles hosted Marist for their opening series. The Golden Eagles started off the series strong defeating Marist 4-1 on Friday, and then again on Saturday with a final score of 10-5, but they fell short on Sunday with a final score of 3-6. Southern Miss…
There was a significant police presence on Highway 90 at Courthouse Road early this morning. Police scanner traffic originally indicated the activity is a result of a high-speed chase, but Gulfport PD Public Information Officer Jason Ducre confirmed there was no high-speed chase. According to communications on the scanner, the activity happened around 3 a.m. Two cars were involved in…
On Friday, Southern Miss took the first of a three game series against Marist College, 4-1. Vancleave native Carson Paetow and junior Ozzie Pratt both recorded 2 RBI’s. Starting pitcher Niko Mazza pitch just over 5 innings and had 8 strikeouts. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: college baseball, southern miss baseball, sports
NW Rankin defeats D’Iberville, 58-42. Biloxi Indians advance past Brandon, 41-33. St. Martin Yellow Jackets stay hot and take down Pearl convincingly, 60-36. Harrison Central Red Rebels season comes to an end, losing 40-30 against Meridian. Long Beach high school’s season also comes to an end tonight as Terre defeats the Bearcats, 62-16. The Pascagoula Panthers season came to an…
Some dry time arrives overnight but by the time your Saturday could be beginning, light rain will be in the area coinciding with/shortly after a cold front arrives. Gradually, breezy northwest winds behind the cold front will take moisture and rain chances out of the equation by Saturday afternoon. A colder pattern greets us for the second half of the…
Friday was the start of championship matchups in Jackson, MS for a handful of high school coast soccer teams. The St. Patrick lady Irish have been crowned as the Class 1 back-to-back state champions after defeating Tupelo Christian 7-0. The game was called due to mercy rule with 29 minutes. An incredible performance from the Irish and a big congratulations…
The start of the Lenten season for many means Fish Fry Friday. Many churches along the Coast began frying fish today, getting the grease hot for the religious period of Lent. This is due to many Catholics and Christians abstaining from meat on Fridays. Over in Biloxi this afternoon, Our Mother of Sorrows Parish is celebrating its 110th year as…
The West Harrison High Cheer program is a national dynasty after winning another Universal Cheerleaders Association National Title this past weekend. Coach Heather Serpas said, “They went from being underdogs to coming back and winning and it was just, I mean a great accomplishment. We just try to instill that winning mindset and tell them that it is possible and…
A shield of mist and light rain continues to plague our area as a pair of storm systems interact. Light rain will be around into some parts of the evening and overnight hours ahead of a cold front. Some dry time eventually will be around later tonight as we await the arrival of a cold front. Another round of 40%…
35-year-old Alan Moran – the former Diamondhead city councilman accused of making sexual advancements on a 17-year-old boy – was back in Hancock County Circuit Court for his sentencing. Two years after the crime occurred, Alan Moran has officially been sentenced on one count of exploitation and solicitation of a minor and one count of contributing to the delinquency of…
The Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District is hosting the Coastal Mississippi Job Fair. We’re joined by Patricia Morrison and Sherri Smith with more information. The job fair takes place Thursday, February 22nd from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the MGCCC Gym/Fitness Building. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Coastal Mississippi Job Fair, Southern Mississippi Planning and Development District
After the Kansas City Chiefs won back to back Super Bowls earlier this week, a big discussion was if the red and yellow had officially reached “dynasty” level or not. Although back to back years are extremely impressive, there would be no question on the status of a team who has won the state championship three years in a row,…