SBA loan deadline two weeks from now

A heads up for Moss Point residents impacted by June’s tornado, there’s two weeks left to apply for Small Business Administration loans. As we’ve reported, SBA approved $1.5 million in funding for low interest disaster loans for business owners and homeowners, along with non-profits. For those who received physical property damage, your deadline to apply is October 11th. To apply,…

9/29 – The Chief’s “BEAUTIFUL Weekend” Friday Afternoon Forecast

A BEAUTIFUL Friday afternoon ahead with high-pressure to the NW and a weakling stationary front well to the south. Models pinpoint enough moisture above a well-mixed layer to support showers, but is situated below strong low to mid- level compressional warming/subsidence helping to keep a lid on further inland activity. Like yesterday, there is a decrease in rain chances to…

Southern Miss president speaks to Gulf Coast Business Council

Southern Miss President Joe Paul was honored last night in Gulfport. There was a full room of business leaders gathered at Centennial Plaza eager to hear Dr. Paul speak about the impacts of Southern Miss on the region and the university’s commitment to the blue economy. During his speech, Dr. Paul shared his excitement to continue growing the Gulf Park…

Morning Business Report: September 29th, 2023

Only half of hourly employees feel they will be able to retire comfortably and a government shutdown could impact the stock market. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report.

Walk for Love at Point Cadet

Joining us this morning is Gulf Coast District of Pro-Life Mississippi Board Member Chris Spear who is here to tell us about a walk tomorrow to raise awareness called the ‘Walk for Love.’ Registration for the walk begins at 7:30 a.m. and the walk starts at 9 a.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Walk for Love

9/29 – The Chief’s “Sunny & VERY Nice” Friday Morning Forecast

The main story remains to be a weak inverted trough situated over the northern Gulf just south of a weakening stationary front. This continues to supply persistent easterly flow as we’ve seen for a couple of days now, with a distinct separation of deeper Gulf moisture over coastal Mississippi and adjacent marine areas. Models pinpoint enough moisture above a well-mixed…

Memorial Health System offering breast cancer reconstructive surgery

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month starting in October, Memorial Health System Gulfport is offering a number of services for those battling the disease. Memorial’s Gulfport Surgery Clinic is offering breast reconstruction surgery, 3D mammograms, and innovative breast cancer diagnostics to reduce the risk of catching cancer. It’s one of the only clinics on the Coast providing a wide…

Public art expanding throughout Downtown Gulfport

A pop of color is coming to Downtown Gulfport. The Gulfport Main Street Association has been working with local artists to expand art outside of Fishbone Alley. Downtown will now have seasonal window art installations and possibly permanent murals. The Main Street Association says the public art brings in visitors while also brightening up the area for locals. Brie Mayfield…

City of Biloxi alters Cruisin’ the Coast preparations

After an officer and four citizens were shot during spring break, the City of Biloxi decided to crack down on how special events would be conducted. They were met with conflict as organizations like Cruisin’ the Coast were preparing for upcoming events. Biloxi is preparing for another special event after one in April ended in gunfire. Despite that, Director Woody…

9/28 – Jeff Vorick’s “Clearing” Thursday Evening Forecast

Clouds will thin this evening and it will feel pleasant outside thanks to daytime heating being limited. The same general routine of mild temperatures and overnight clearing will hold true yet again. Your Friday will start off very nice and there will be more in the way of sunshine around. A stray shower cannot be ruled out but rain chances…

Two-car crash on Highway 49

There were no injuries this afternoon after two cars collided on Highway 49 and South Swan Road. An SUV rolled on to its side after colliding with a truck.  Both drivers appeared to be okay as first responders arrived on scene. The crash happened just before 1:30 p.m. in the southbound lanes. While no one was injured, it is a…

Mississippi delegation backs ‘Pay our Troops Bills’

Representative Mike Ezell and Senator Roger Wicker are co-sponsoring bills in both chambers of congress that would make sure military service members are paid in the event of a government shutdown. Ezell co-sponsored the ‘Pay our Troops’ Act which is led by Congresswoman Jen Kiggans of Virginia, a Navy veteran. The bill would appropriate funds for all members of the…

Mississippi Antique Showcase at MGCCC

Mississippi Public Broadcasting is bringing the Mississippi Antique Showcase to MGCCC in October. We’re joined by Angela Ferraez, the executive director of the MPB Foundation, to tell us more about it. The showcase takes place October 13th and 14th at the Hospitality Resort Center at MGCCC. For more information visit mpbfoundation.org/msshowcase. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Mississippi Antique Showcase, mississippi public…

9/28 Chris’s “Seasonal Day” Thursday Afternoon Forecast

A stalled stationary front in the northern Gulf of Mexico, continues to flare up showers well to the south. High pressure to the northwest will be the dominate feature and it will begin to push the front further south over the next couple of days. In between the aforementioned systems, expect breezy conditions times with winds out of the east…

Gulfport Holiday Classic expanding reach

High School basketball on the Gulf Coast and the holiday season have always been two things that just go together and this year is no different as the Gulfport Holiday Classic hits 40 years. But some eye-popping changes in store for this year’s milestone tournament. Gulfport Athletic Director Matt Walters hosted a press conference at Bert Jenkins Gymnasium, alongside senior…

Kiwanis Club of Gulfport holds 2023 Installation Banquet

The Kiwanis Club of Gulfport held its annual community awards last night. Government officials, community leaders, and Kiwanis members filled the Great Southern Club at Hancock Whitney Bank for the banquet. It’s a night of inauguration and recognition for officers, board members, and community leaders. Several awards were also given out at the event, including educator of the year, public…

Morning Business Report: September 28th, 2023

Almost nine in 10 parents admit they’ll never stop worrying about their child and the UAW again threatens to expand strikes at the automakers if progress isn’t made by Friday. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Vicari Auctions at Cruisin’ the Coast

We’ve got Cruisin’ the Coast coming up in just a few days and one of the highlights is always the Vicari Auto Auction. This year, however, Vicari has added a rock n roll memorabilia auction during Cruisin. Here to tell us more about that is Steve Williams. The auction runs Wednesday through Saturday at the Coast Coliseum starting at 10…