Southern Harvest Cluster Dog Show this weekend

Joining us this morning is our friend Lacey the Doberman and her friend Carl Grotton. They’re here to tell us about this weekend’s Gulf Coast Kennel Club’s dog show at the Harrison County Fairgrounds. The show starts Friday and runs through Sunday. There are 894 entries for Saturday and Sunday shows representing 200 breeds. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulf Coast…

11/3 – The Chief’s “Warming Trend Ahead” FriYay Morning Forecast

It’s another cool or coldish morning across the forecast area as the air mass has been slowly modifying. In the upper levels, an area of high pressure to the NE will be the main factor shaping the overall weekend forecast. The upper level pattern is transitioning just slightly with a weak disturbance moving into the central Gulf States today. The best…

Gulfport ties a bow on the regular season with a big win over Harrison Central, 49-7

Both the Gulfport Admirals and the Harrison Central Red Rebels have punched their tickets into the playoffs, but there’s truly no better way to end the regular season that with a rivalry. The Admirals defeat the Red Rebels with a final score of 49-7. Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Gulfport High School, harrison central high school, high…

Governor Tate Reeves makes campaign stop in Pass Christian

Following the November 1 debate in Jackson, Governor Tate Reeves returned to the Gulf Coast for his final campaign stop in the region before Tuesday’s election. The event was hosted in Pass Christian by Mayor James Rafferty and attended by many notable Gulf Coast elected officials. That includes Mayors George Bass of Long Beach, Nancy Depreo of Diamondhead, Mike Favre…

403rd Wing holds changing of command ceremony

Airmen gathered to commemorate a change of command for the 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base. In observance of a deeply-rooted military tradition, the change of command was symbolized by the passage of the unit’s banner from outgoing commander Col. Stuart Rubio to the incoming commander, Col. John Benson. The ceremony was presided by Brigadier General Melissa Colburn. She…

USM students provide help to locals

Southern Miss social work students partnered with the Gulfport Library and local organizations to help those in need. They hosted a resource fair called ‘Finding the Hope in the Library Garden’ where local resources and nonprofits were on-site to showcase the services they provide. Patrons were given warm socks and scarfs for the winter as well as food bags and…

Gulf Coast business leaders visit Jackson County

The Gulf Coast Business Council visited Jackson County this morning to hear about the successes in that area of the Coast. Speaking at Pelican Landing in Moss Point, George Freeland, the executive director of the Jackson County Economic Development Foundation, and Mary Martha Henson, the deputy director, spoke to business leaders about the continuing economic development in the county. Moss…

11/2 – Trey’s “Sunny, Cool & Breezy” Thursday Afternoon Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

This afternoon will bring warmer temperatures but only by a few degrees. Aloft, the upper levels will begin to shift to a more zonal pattern through the day and at the surface winds will gradually become more easterly with time. With the slight uptick in pressure, and a low level wind shift taking place, The thinking is that today will start…

United Way of South Mississippi Nifty 50 Raffle

United Way of South Mississippi is holding the Nifty 50 Raffle with a top prize of $50,000. United Way CEO Kathy Springer is here to tell us all about the raffle and how the funds will be used. For more information or to purchase tickets visit unitedwaysm.org. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: united way of south mississippi, United Way of South…

Grand Magnolia Fall Festival

The Grand Magnolia Fall Festival Music series wraps up this month with a trio of shows in Pascagoula. Louisiana Slide Guitar icon Sonny Landreth will play November 10th with Steve Conn and his band. Mac McAnally returns to Pascagoula on November 12th for a sold-out show. Jimmy Buffett’s longtime collaborator sold out his Pascagoula show in just 12 minutes. Then,…

Three Picayune baseball players sign their letters of intent to continue their careers at Pear River Community College

It was truly a day of celebration for Picayune Memorial high school athletics. The Maroon Tide baseball program met at the Picayune gym Wednesday morning  to honor three players who signed their letters of intent to continue their athletic careers with Pearl River Community College. The three seniors who put pen to paper for the Wildcats include shortstop Kyler King…

Picayune’s Jamonta Waller receives the Maroon Tide’s first ever Under Armour All-American Jersey

When researching what it takes to be an All-American, one result says it’s a person who demonstrates outstanding achievements both on and off the field in several different categories, and that definition perfectly describes Picayune’s Jamonta Waller. The Picayune Memorial high school gym was filled with proud teammates, coaches, family members, and friends as the senior outside linebacker and defensive…

Morning Business Report: November 2nd, 2023

One food delivery app says your meal could take longer if you don’t tip and Americans can stick more cash in their 401K plans next year. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: morning business report

Live Oak Cemetery Tours in Pass Christian

There’s a chance for you to dive into some local history in Pass Christian starting tomorrow. Joining us this morning to talk about the Live Oak Cemetery Tours is Lori Fischer. The cemetery is located next to Trinity Episcopal Church on Church Street. Tours begin at 5 p.m. this Friday and Saturday. Admission is $5 per person and it is…

Long Beach schools receive significant donation

The Long Beach School Board convened a special meeting today, joined by several honored guests, in recognition of a significant donation to its “Excellence in Education” foundation. The donation was made by the family of Mr. Glenn Mueller, a businessman, philanthropist, and Long Beach parent whose contributions to the community span decades. Other notable attendees included State Representative Richard Bennett…

Over $83 million headed to Mississippi for military construction projects

Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith announced Senate passage of legislation that directs more than $83 million for military construction projects in the Magnolia State. The projects are set for Keesler Air Force Base here on the coast, but there are also construction projects at Columbus Air Force Base and a few army and national guard bases. Keesler is receiving a little under…

Memorial Health System holds Heart Failure Patient reunion

It was a reunion of the hearts at one local hospital in Gulfport. Memorial Health System held its heart recovery reunion for local heart failure patients treated at the hospital. It was a chance for patients and members of their health care team to reconnect and celebrate their stories of heart recovery. Guests in attendance listened to personal testimonies from…

Make-A-Wish grants four-year-old Gulfport girl’s wish

Make-A-Wish is giving one four-year-old a massive present by sending her to Walt Disney World. They say if you wish upon a star, your dreams come true! Alyvia Parker has conquered more than most adults and her one true wish is to be a princess. Alyvia was born with hypoplastic right heart syndrome and tricuspid atresia, meaning her heart did…