7/7 – Jeff’s “Unsettled At Times” Weekend Forecast

Some clearing will take place towards daybreak with still-humid conditions. Tomorrow will feature partly cloudy skies and isolated rain chances. Sunday will provide for more unsettled conditions and the potential for very heavy rain. Rain chances for Sunday and Monday will be around 60%. The unsettled pattern sticks around into the new week. Ridge of high pressure will build in…

7/7 – Jeff Vorick’s “Warm/Humid” Friday Evening Forecast

Isolated thunderstorms will be possible at times this evening. Other than that, it will remain humid overnight with isolated rain clearing the area. Cloud coverage will thin somewhat towards the morning. Into tomorrow, expect isolated thunderstorms during the afternoon. The pattern will become much more unsettled for Sunday. Rainfall will be much more widespread Sunday through Tuesday. There is a…

7/7 – The Chief’s “Spotty T-Storms” Friday Afternoon Forecast

Another day of mid/late afternoon showers/t-storms, as high pressure to the south will continue to pump in the moisture. Temperatures may be a little higher than forecast…but with the expected cloud cover, should remain generally in the lower 90s. High pressure is still centered in the central Gulf with additional ridging to the west over Texas and New Mexico. We…

7/6 – Jeff’s “Wet Pattern Continues” Thursday Night Forecast

Cloud cover will remain overnight with mostly cloudy skies around for daybreak. Some isolated thunderstorms are possible through tonight but coverage will be isolated in nature. Temperatures will be somewhat mild but the humidity will remain. Scattered thunderstorms will be in the picture for your Friday. Coverage will peak in the afternoon. More sunshine will be possible this weekend. That…

Mississippi Power brings STEM lab to Kroc Center

You may not be familiar with Louie the Lightning Bug, but local kids at the Kroc Center in Biloxi are thanks to a contribution from Mississippi Power. Mississippi Power partnered with the Kroc Center to welcome kids to the Louie’s STEM Lab at the center. The lab consists of six computer stations and tons of building toys designed to get…

Gulfport Police Department hosting fishing camp

School is out and summer camps are in. The Gulfport Police Department is partnering with the city of Gulfport to hold a fishing camp this week. Camp begins with a trip to the aquarium. During the week the children learn how to fish in freshwater and saltwater. The camp is free and open to children between the ages of eight…

Humane Society kicks off Empty the Shelter campaign

If you are thinking about adopting a pet, July is the perfect time to bring home a furry friend. The Humane Society of South Mississippi is on a mission to empty the shelter. They are discounting adoption fees for all pets through the end of July. Volunteer coordinator Cece Collins says the goal of the project is to help pets…

Collaboration allows kids to read to furry friends

Young readers in Hancock County had the opportunity to share their favorite stories with dogs! In collaboration with Visiting Pet Teams of South Mississippi, Hancock County Library System is now hosting Sit-Stay-Read. It will be used to develop children’s reading skills in a judgement free space and a chance for therapy dogs to further their socialization skills. Kids took turns…

Protecting senior citizens against the heat

The Lyman Senior Center is advising senior citizens make sure they are protected in heat. The center nurses are making sure their patients drink tons of water before and after being outside – teaching them how to stay cool while performing activities outside. According to the CDC, those at greatest risk to heat-related illnesses are infants and children up to…

7/6 – Jeff Vorick’s “Isolated Thunderstorms” Thursday Evening Forecast

Isolated thunderstorms will be around for portions of this evening. They will be capable of producing lightning and very heavy rainfall. Winds will gradually shift to a northerly direction overnight which will allow for somewhat milder temperatures. Cloud coverage will remain dominant. Tomorrow will provide for similar conditions with thunderstorms on the table again. Rain chances will be around 50%…

Beat the heat walking through the mall!

By simply walking, you can increase your cardiovascular fitness. But in this heat, even walking seems unbearable. “It’s too hot to be outside walking even on the beach, you have to think of safety,” Patricia Wheaton, a Gulfport resident, said. “We usually walk the beach but it’s oppressive in the heat,” Suzanne Shelley, another Gulfport resident, said. Go for a…

7/6 – The Chief’s “Hot & Wet” Thursday Afternoon Forecast

Showers/t-storms will once again ramp up this afternoon with daytime heating. High pressure is still in place but there has been just enough of a weakness along with a continued surge of moisture that has allowed rain chances to remain elevated in the afternoon hours. I don’t see anything at this point that is going to change that general thinking….

7/6 – The Chief’s “Wet Pattern Ahead” Thursday Morning Forecast

Spotty Showers continue through the area this morning, as radar is indicating activity in the vicinity. This activity will continue through this morning with the activity ramping up once again this afternoon with daytime heating. High pressure is still in place but there has been just enough of a weakness along with a continued surge of moisture that has allowed…

Bay High’s Ziron Brown commits to Stanford University

Bay High rising senior Ziron Brown announced his commitment to Stanford University. The 4-Star offensive lineman received offers from Cincinnati, Houston, and other big programs, but Stanford is where he truly felt at home. Brown said the reason he chose Stanford out of all his blessings is because it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to get to one of…

7/5 – Jeff’s “Rain Chances Continue” Wednesday Night Forecast

Mostly cloudy skies will be around overnight. Rain chances will gradually come to an end. Rain chances can be expected to begin again around noon tomorrow. Your Thursday will be much like earlier today with a 60% chance of thunderstorms. Partly cloudy skies in the morning will turn mostly cloudy as thunderstorm chances elevate. Thunderstorms will be capable of frequent…

Biloxi Shuckers announce Heart of a Shucker Community Fund

  The Biloxi Shuckers announced its new Heart of a Shucker Community Fund on Monday. This fund will donate money during each homestead to organizations from as far as Mobile to New Orleans, but with a strong focus on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The idea for the fund started in October 2022 and was anticipated to take three to five…

MHP hosting job fair this Saturday

Mississippi Highway Patrol will hold a job fair this Saturday at the Troop K substation at 10 AM on Highway 67. Those interested can fill out an application at the job fair. State recruiters will be at the event to meet with applicants – those interested much be 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license, and be a Mississippi…

Where you should go for minor concerns vs. serious concerns

If you’re feeling under the weather and trying to decide where to go for help, Memorial Health System offers a few avenues. Walk-in clinics and tele-health appointments are appropriate options for minor illnesses. Examples of minor health concerns could include mild stomach discomfort, UTIs, or sprains. More serious concerns such as head injuries, heat exhaustion, or loss of consciousness should…

Construction causing delays on I-10 West

If you’re commuting down I-10 going west, build in enough time for traffic delays. The construction of the popular travel center, Buc-ee’s, was causing significant delays for drivers earlier. The world’s largest gas station is coming to Pass Christian. While the Menge Avenue exit is closed for construction, Mississippi Highway Patrol spokesperson Cal Robertson urges drivers to pay attention to…

Community cleans up beach after holiday celebration

While fireworks create unforgettable moments of celebration, they often leave a trail of debris on the beach. After a night of celebrating Independence Day – Hancock County’s beach crew, The Boys and Girls Club, Bay St. Louis officers, and other volunteers gathered for a beach cleanup day. The beach was filled with firework debris, plastic bottles, and other trash. The…