Governor Tate Reeves announced a series of Medicaid reimbursement reforms in Mississippi. These reforms are estimated to generate approximately $700 million for hospitals across the state. The first initiative, known as the Mississippi Hospital Access Program, will provide payments to hospitals serving patients in the Mississippi Medicaid managed care delivery system. With these directed payments, hospitals would be reimbursed near…
Mississippi State looking for a big-time bounce back performance this week on the road against South Carolina, following a complete dismantling by 12th ranked LSU at home. The Bulldogs losing time of possession by more than 17 minutes while running 26 fewer plays than the Tigers and going just 3-13 on third down conversions. Explosive plays also sealing MSU’s fate…
Moss Point Police are investigating a homicide after a resident called them this afternoon to report a dead body in their yard. Chief Brandon Ashley said a call came into the police department between noon and 1 p.m. from a resident on Elder Ferry Road near Dutch Bayou Road. The caller said they found a dead body in their back…
A few showers and isolated thunderstorm have been ongoing early this afternoon over the Mississippi Sound. This is in response to a weak easterly wave in the Gulf of Mexico, slow drifting west and decaying. This activity will continue mainly over the sound; however a spotty shower could make its way onshore. The possibility of a shower will continue into…
Looking ahead to tomorrow, the City of Biloxi is making final preparations for a visit by a foreign head of state. Croatian President Zoran Milanovic is set to visit the city. He’ll be welcomed by Mayor FoFo Gilich and city leaders at City Hall, then will dine at Mary Mahoney’s Restaurant. Milanovic is also set to meet with members of…
MGM is updating the public on the status of its computer systems following a cyberattack earlier this month. This affected MGM properties across the country, including the Beau Rivage in Biloxi. In a statement released Wednesday, MGM says all hotels and casinos are operating normally and that staff are ready to respond to any intermittent issues that may pop up…
Happening today, an annual festival celebrating our state’s rich musical talent begins in Jackson County. The Mississippi Songwriters Festival kicks off tonight at 7 with a Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Mary C. O’Keefe in Ocean Springs. Jim Weatherly, Jimmie Rodgers, and Elsie McWilliams are just a few of the names that will be indicted. Then, a list…
The City of Ocean Springs held a community meeting to discuss future city development. Many concerned citizens were in attendance for the community meeting comprehensive plan sharing their ideas, thoughts, and opinions on what they would like to see added or taken away in the City of Discovery. Some of the topics discussed were land use, residential, commercial, and industrial…
Nearly half of all young adults live with mom and dad and the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady but hints at more action this year. Monica Malpass is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The VA is changing the way veterans receive and access their health care. Here to tell us more is Biloxi VA Innovation Specialist Elizabeth Williams. An immersive technology experience is coming to the Biloxi VA on September 26th from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Biloxi VA, healthcare, veterans
A few showers and isolated thunderstorm have been ongoing early this morning over the Mississippi Sound. This is in response to a weak easterly wave in the Gulf of Mexico, slow drifting west and decaying. This activity will continue mainly over the sound; however a spotty shower could make its way onshore. The possibility of a shower will continue into…
Temperatures will be slightly warmer tomorrow morning but it will still be a mild start. Partly cloudy skies can be expected Thursday with 20% shower chances from time to time. Two windows of rain chances, one in the morning along the beachfront, and another with pop-up activity are on the table. Appreciable rainfall is not expected this week. The pattern…
A new RV park is being built on the corner of Highway 90 and Cowan Road. The City of Gulfport broke ground on its first luxury RV resort in early September and they are moving quickly. The Gulfport Luxury RV Resort will have a variety of amenities including a resort style swimming pool. Synergy Aqua Tech Owner and Project Manager…
Centerwell Senior Primary Care is officially open in Gulfport. The primary care office focuses on giving care to disabled and elderly patients. They celebrated their grand opening by allowing guests to tour the office and then inviting them to a parking lot party with bingo and vendors. Physician Mitchell Sanford says Centerwell’s system makes it so patients can feel confident…
Stubborn clouds from earlier have cleared out and it will be a pleasant evening. Isolated showers will be around at times with about 10-20% coverage until shortly after sunset. Humidity is gradually working back into the picture. Overnight, temperatures will be mild but slightly warmer and some cloud cover will filter back in. Thursday will bring partly cloudy skies and…
The City of Gulfport called a special meeting today to discuss what they want to do with a plot of land in downtown. The Mississippi Department of Transportation owns the land in west downtown Gulfport and currently, it’s sitting vacant. The City of Gulfport is working with MDOT to get approval for turning the empty land into a grass-park. This…
Tomorrow night is the Renaissance the Runway event which will feature fashions from a new store opening at Beau Rivage. Joining us are Todd Trenchard with Bacot McCarty and Ricci Lopez with MACEOO. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Bacot McCarty, Renaissance the Runway
A dry northwesterly flow aloft continues over the region. An impulse of energy to the south will begin to amplify a bit later this morning and into this afternoon. This feature may help develop showers and thunderstorms, mainly over the coastal waters. To the NW another upper level disturbance will begin to follow the northwesterly flow from the Ozarks and…
Happening today in South Mississippi, the start of the annual Hancock County Fair. The four-day event kicks off at five tonight when the Hancock County Fairgrounds in the Kiln open to the public. Along with the usual fair rides and food, there is a long lineup of musical acts, a petting zoo, and plenty of games for people of all…
Stores holiday hiring plans are the lowest since 2008 and Disney will invest billions in theme parks and cruises over the next decade. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report.
We’re joined this morning by Tiffany Alsbury, Rives Pringle, and Millie to give us all the details on this weekend’s Heart Walk. The Heart Walk is from 8:30 to 11:30 at Jones Park.
Biloxi Fire Department is investigating a fire that started Tuesday night on Bayview Avenue under I-110 when an 18-wheeler trailer caught fire. MDOT District Construction Engineer Scott White said the trailer was parked under the bridge by the city and it contained the city’s traffic control equipment. White said it is believed the trailer was set on fire. Biloxi Fire…
A dry northwesterly flow aloft continues over the region. An impulse of energy to the south will begin to amplify a bit later this morning and into this afternoon. This feature may help develop showers and thunderstorms, mainly over the coastal waters. To the NW another upper level disturbance will begin to follow the northwesterly flow from the Ozarks and…
Temperatures will be cool and comfortable out the door tomorrow with it only being slightly warmer as compared to this morning. Clear skies will dominate through much of the morning with cloud cover increasing at times in the afternoon. A stray shower cannot be ruled out for some but rain chances are less than 20%. Humidity will increase somewhat for…