NASA conducted their first hot-fire test of a new RS-25 series on October 17. This begins the final round of certification testing ahead of production of updated engines. This hot=fire test marked the first in a series of 12 scheduled to stretch into 2024. These engines will help power future Artemis missions to the moon and beyond. The engine was…
Clear skies and cool, but milder conditions will be present much of tonight. Some clouds move in towards daybreak but other than that, expect a pleasant start to your Thursday. Clouds will be around more so tomorrow with an average of partly cloudy skies in play. Rain chances do make their way into the near-term outlook too. A storm system…
The Women’s Resource Center is accepting donations for their Fall Yard Sale. The yard sale helps raise money for families to receive car seats, diapers, and other necessary items when they have a baby. You can drop off donations at the Women’s Resource Center Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to…
Some clouds that were around this afternoon will clear out overnight. Southerly flow will remain in place which will provide for a modestly warmer overnight as humidity sticks around. Clouds ahead of a storm system could move in as early as the pre-dawn hours so expect an average of a few clouds tonight. Tomorrow will be warmer and slightly more…
Memorial Health System set out to encourage people to get checked for breast cancer at their Mammogram-a-Thon. Memorial Health System is using Breast Cancer Awareness Month to remind locals about the importance of testing and early prevention. Memorial representatives were on site at Walmart to answer any questions people may have about testing, prevention, and finances. Memorial Health also partnered…
Joining us this afternoon is Lekeisha Cotten to tell us about the upcoming Gulf Coast Gospel Music Awards. The awards take place November 4th at 4 p.m. at the Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast Church. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulf Coast Gospel Music Awards
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles traveled to Mobile last night to play the South Alabama Jaguars for a Sunbelt Conference matchup. Great crowd on hand at Hancock Whitney Stadium, former South Alabama star Jalen Tolbert in the house, the receiver enjoying his second season with the Dallas Cowboys. Southern Miss fell short to the Jaguars with a final score of…
First-graders at East Hancock Elementary presented ‘Barnyard Moosical’ this morning for parents, teachers, and kindergarten students. Each first-grade class learned the main song, then another song about their characters. Each group took turns taking center stage for the performance. They had chickens, goats, pigs, cows, and farmers! Music Teacher Carlos McKibben said it was easy and fun for the first-graders…
Gautier has entered a partnership with a Nashville booking agency to bring top-tier entertainers to the city to perform at the Sound Amphitheater. The agreement with 46 Entertainment, signed today, will guarantee a minimum of 10 ‘A-Level’ artists to perform at the amphitheater once it opens in early next year. According to a press release from the city, A-level artists…
Home sales are nearing 2008 levels and car thefts are up this year and which models are most vulnerable? 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 almost time for an annual event celebrating equality and pride here in South Mississippi. Joining us this morning is John Perkins to tell us all about this weekend’s Equality Fest in Biloxi. The event takes place Saturday at Harrah’s Great Lawn at 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The theme this year is ‘true colors.’ Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulf…
High pressure yesterday just west of Shreveport/Bossier City La has shifted to our NE. This will innate the return flow from the Gulf of Mexico. Warmer more humid conditions are ahead with temperatures warming above seasonal norms. It’s going to be difficult to get much in the way of clouds, let alone precipitation, through at least tonight. The area could…
There is a shortage of healthcare workers in the United States right now, but a few have just graduated and are headed for the coast. “Difference maker. You are in a position now where you can make a difference,” said Dr. Randy Roth, Chief Medical Officer. “Whether it’s in a hospital, or clinic, or lab.” The Singing River Health Academy’s…
It will be slightly less chilly overnight but overall, the same conditions will hold true with clear skies and light winds. Some spots could see fog develop but it won’t be a widespread issue. It will generally be about 5 degrees or so warmer out the door, especially along the beachfront. Temperatures will be slightly warmer tomorrow afternoon with southerly…
Things will be looking a little spooky at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art this Thursday. Running from 5:30 to 6:40 in the evening, B’OOMA After Hours will be hosted. Admission is free after 5, so be prepared to show up in your best costume! Speaking of costumes, dress as your favorite artist for a chance to win fun prizes! The…
The City of Biloxi accepted a grant from the Mississippi Transportation Commission to fix the draw on Popp’s Ferry Bridge. Over the years, the draw has gotten out of alignment, which caused it to not close or open completely. The city announced plans to completely re-do the bridge and add an extension, but there is not enough funding or a…
One theatre in Biloxi is getting ready to debut a new addition by putting on a play. Center Stage Theater is finishing construction on a new extension of their lobby which will improve upon the theatre’s original 1989 structure. While the additional space may seem small, it allows for a new ADA accessible ramp, entrance, and a row of freshly-painted…
The breeze will be less of a factor this evening as we will continue to enjoy nice conditions. Overnight, clear skies and light winds dominate and it will be slightly less chilly tomorrow morning. Some spots could see fog develop but it does not look to be a widespread issue for your Wednesday morning. Tomorrow will be slightly warmer with…
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Ocean Springs held their annual first responders luncheon. Today marks six years that the Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Ocean Springs has been serving up home-cooked meals for local first responders. 60 pounds of potato salad, six gallons of green beans, three different protein options, and tons of desserts, that’s how much food it takes…
Parents took to social media last night and today to complain about the lack of lights at the Popps Ferry Soccer Fields in Biloxi. Last night was the first evening of play for the soccer teams in the recreational league and the teams were playing under makeshift lights that left much of the field dark and in the parents’ view,…
The Southern Miss Golden Eagles will travel to play the South Alabama Jaguars tonight for a Sunbelt Conference matchup. The Golden Eagles are in a bit of a slump as they have dropped the last five games, most recently a tough loss to Old Dominion 17013. The Jaguars are an even 3-3, taking a win over UL Monroe in week…
Lovely…but below seasonal temperatures will continue this afternoon as high pressure slides eastward to the Atlantic Coast by Wednesday afternoon, eventually turning low level flow onshore by Wednesday afternoon. This will cut off any cold air advection later this afternoon and overnight, with dew points moderating late in the day Wednesday. It’s going to be difficult to get much in…
The Jackson County Fair continues today in Pascagoula with a focus on families. Tonight is Family Night at the fair. Kiddie Land rides open at 2 this afternoon and then discounted rides run from 4 to 9 p.m. There are plenty of other themed days the rest of the week. Thursday is Old Settler’s Day, Friday is Children’s Day, and…
Work from home rates drop to the lowest level since the pandemic and Netflix may hike prices after success of password-sharing crackdown. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report