Mississippi Aquarium team members released 13 endangered Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound. Twelve of these turtles are the third wave that was released from a group that was cold-stunned and quickly flown to Mississippi in December of 2022. The 13th was brought down in 2021. Since the turtle’s arrival, animal care facilities, and veterinary teams have been…
A Biloxi hospital took time out today to remember the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our country. The Veteran Affairs Medical Center held a Memorial Day Recognition for those who served in the military and to remember who did not make it back home. Guests and veterans listened to speeches from dignitaries, ending with a special prayer for…
A new boat launch is now open and ready for use in Biloxi. A dedication was held today for the West Biloxi Boat Launch at the Lee Koplin Sun-N-Sand Park. The launch lies at the foot of Camellia Street and Highway 90. It is home to 40 parking spaces for cars and trailers and two boat launches. Tideland funds, city…
Community Action of South Mississippi held its first ever job fair today in Moss Point. Those seeking jobs were able to explore different career fields that Community Action of South Mississippi has to offer. Potential candidates came with resumes in hand and interviews were conducted on the spot. Those in attendance were able to apply for several teacher positions, caseworker,…
The Biloxi Community Market has seen a recent surge in vendors. During the pandemic, the market would have anywhere from 9 to 15 vendors, but today they have nearly 80! Before the pandemic, the market averaged about 60 vendors. After an age of only shopping in a grocery store with limited items, more people have been visiting the market which…
Drier air has worked in so the warm afternoon temperatures don’t feel so bad. A few clouds are around from time to time but rain is off the table for a bit. Temperatures will be cool overnight with low-60s in our area. Winds will remain out of the northeast for the next several days. Tomorrow will be much like today…
The annual Click It or Ticket Campaign has started. It encourages drivers and passengers to buckle up when in a car. The campaign runs from May 22nd through June 4th. State and local law enforcement work together during a heightened enforcement period to protect anyone on the road from being unbuckled. The U.S. Department of Transportation released a roadmap to…
NOAA released its 2023 predictions as hurricane season approaches. NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center predicts near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic for the 2023 season. Hurricane season begins June 1st and lasts until November 30th. It’s forecasting a range of 12 to 17 total named storms with five to nine of them being possible hurricanes and one to…
Shag carpets are among the most ‘cringy’ home decisions made by Americans and Target shares are hit amid a Pride merchandising controversy. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
It’s always a beautiful sight to see all the shrimp boats decked out with flags as they parade down the Biloxi Channel to receive blessings for a bountiful shrimp season. It’s a tradition steeped in heritage. Here to tell us more about this weekend’s Blessing of the Fleet is the 2022 Shrimp Queen Sonia Ross. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Blessing…
The adventures that await are endless! Children are invited to immerse themselves in music and storytelling this summer at the Jackson County Regional Library System! Here to tell us about the summer library program available at the Jackson County Regional Library System is Bethany Carlisle. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: jackson george regional system, summer library programs
What has become a Thanksgiving tradition will continue for at least another year. The SEC has announced the Ole Miss Mississippi State game, the Egg Bowl, will stay on ESPN on Thanksgiving night. The prime-time game will be played November 23rd in Starkville with a 6:30 p.m. kickoff. The game has been held on Thanksgiving night 31 times. The Rebels…
A bit of a scare in downtown Gulfport this morning as a fryer at the Sonic on Highway 49 caught fire. It happened around 9:30 this morning. The blaze caused smoke to billow out of the kitchen, but the Gulfport Fire Department responded and quickly put it out. Work is already underway to repair the fryer, but no word how…
A drier day today as additional dry air advects into the region as northwesterly flow continues to take shape. Temperature will likely be a bit warmer today as more insolation should be realized and slightly higher upper heights gradually spread eastward. This warming trend should continue into Friday, especially western locations. At the surface, through the short term surface winds…
Showers and a few thunderstorms continue over portions of the Gulf waters this morning. This area is also the most favored for convection a disturbance south continues to move south of the region. Further north over the land based zones, expect a drier day today as additional dry air advects into the region as northwesterly flow continues to take shape….
The following is a press release courtesy of Southern Miss Sports Information Director Jack Duggan. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2023 Tanner Hall Dominates as No. 16 Southern Miss Defeat JMU 7-1 Wednesday in Sun Belt Tourney Opener HATTIESBURG, Miss. – Tanner Hall threw the second complete game in his Golden Eagle career as No. 16 Southern Miss defeated James…
An exciting new development is set to transform the downtown Pascagoula area. The newly renovated City Centre welcomed the public for an open house. The City Centre is a newly renovated five-story mixed-use building. Apartments occupy the second, third, and fourth floor. Commercial space occupies the ground floor. This development represents a significant step forward in the city’s ongoing revitalization…
The following is a press release courtesy of Biloxi Shuckers Broadcaster and Media Relations Manager Javik Blake. BILOXI, MS – Lamar Sparks smashed his first home run in the Brewers organization, but four late runs from the Montgomery Biscuits (21-20) gave them a 7-3 win over the Biloxi Shuckers (21-20) at MGM Park on Wednesday night. Shuckers starter Justin Jarvis…
Southern Miss star running back Frank Gore Jr. was named a fourth-team All-American yesterday courtesy of Athlon Sports. The rising junior is coming off a Lending Tree Bowl game performance for the ages rushing for an FBS bowl game performance for the ages, rushing for an FBS bowl game record 329 yards and two touchdowns in a 38-24 win over…
Big time college basketball news in the state of Mississippi! According to sources, Southern Miss and Ole Miss will take the hardwood together next season right here on the Gulf Coast. The game will take place on December 23rd at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. This will mark the first regular season meeting between the two teams since 2011. Categories:…
Between Tim Lynch and now Danny Lynch, there’s been a Lynch brother in the Southern Miss baseball program for the last ten seasons. That will continue for at least one more year with Danny having accepted a graduate assistant position with the Golden Eagles. Coach Berry says it is awesome and that he’s already like a player-coach on the field….
Rain chances will be put to bed for at least the next 2 days following some showers ending this evening. Expect some clearing of skies towards Thursday morning with comfortable temperatures. Skies will become mostly clear, if not cloud-free by tomorrow afternoon. Plenty of sunlight will allow for temperatures to become quite warm. However, humidity will remain quite low for…
The Gulf Coast Symphony Orchestra is gearing up to put on a show this Memorial Day weekend. The annual Sounds by the Sea Memorial Concert will be taking over Jones Park this Saturday. It’s a patriotic-pops concert in remembrance of those who lost their lives serving the military and to honor those still living today. This year, the Grammy award…
Clouds have broken up somewhat which provided for some warmth for the latter portions of today. Very isolated shower and thunderstorm chances will come to an end this evening. Mostly cloudy skies will gradually clear out overnight. Temperatures will be fairly comfortable overnight as northeasterly flow continues. Skies will be much clearer tomorrow. That will allow for temperatures to warm…