The City of Biloxi is receiving a $2 million grant from the Mississippi Development Authority for the revitalization of downtown, specifically the Saenger Theatre. The grant agreement was made at the city council meeting where Mayor Gilich also talked about the progress of the Saenger. So far, the outside is nearly complete, which means the city will be moving forward…
Alongside the pursuit of funds for Moss Point, the recovery continues as local and out-of-state construction workers rebuild homes. One Stop Construction Enterprise out of Biloxi has led the way for the rebuild for citizens of Moss Point. The company and its crew of about 16 workers are donating their labor. They’ve helped many residents to place tarp on their…
Children at the library in Orange Grove had a wild experience this afternoon. The Harrison County Library in Orange Grove had some special guests from the Hattiesburg Zoo for all ages. Everyone at the family camp had the opportunity to meet Hattiesburg’s eastern box turtle, Allie! Allie is a full grown 30-year-old turtle and the kids got to get up…
The classes of 2036 and 2037 at Pass Christian Elementary are getting a head start on a productive school year. Pass Christian Elementary invited all of their registered pre-K and kindergarten students to attend transition camp where students were able to get a glimpse of what their classroom experience will be like when they start school on July 28th. Students…
A Heat Advisory remains in effect until 7 PM. Heat indices of over 100 degrees will be around into portions of this evening. Skies will clear out overnight but it will remain warm with upper-70s out the door tomorrow morning. Much of the same conditions will continue for the middle portion of the week. Strong high pressure will remain in…
Lighthouse Academy for Dyslexia has moved to a new location in Ocean Springs. The school is now located on West Commerce Street! The school, which opened in 2020, outgrew its old location due to the rapid growth of the school, which specializes in helping students with dyslexia. Volunteers from Keesler Air Force Base came out this morning to help with…
Despite the report that tornado damage in Jackson and Jasper counties has not met the threshold for federal assistance, MEMA is not giving up. The state agency is actively asking for additional damage assessments from Jackson and Jasper counties. MEMA said last week that the damage was listed at $4.1 million, about a million short of the needed $5.2 million…
Get ready to move and groove as Latin Night returns to the Mississippi Coast! After a long hiatus, the community is ready to embrace the rhythms of salsa, bachata, and more. At DTC Studio in D’Iberville, the Latin dance community is gearing up for an unforgettable experience. Studio Owner Daniel Thomas said, “It’s more than just dancing at a regular…
The cost of international travel isn’t stopping Americans from going overseas and the teamsters union is telling the White House to stay out of negotiations with UPS. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
David Delk and Kay Cappell are in studio to talk about a benefit concert to help raise funds for the Bethel Free Clinic. The benefit concert takes place Saturday, July 22nd at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church of Gulfport. $20 suggested donation. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Bethel Free Health Clinic, Curing the Coast
The Powerball jackpot has now climbed to one billion dollars! There was no winner in last night’s estimated $900 million jackpot. The next drawing is set for Wednesday. The new jackpot would be the third highest in U.S. history and will keep growing until someone wins. Powerball is played in 45 states as well as Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and…
Tiger Nation will gather for a celebration to kick off the new school year. Moss Point School District’s annual Back to School Rally kicks off at 6 tonight at Jerry Alexander Stadium near Moss Point High School. There will be plenty of fun activities for Moss Point School District kids and families at the celebration. There is also a free…
Already a hot and humid day across the Southern 6 counties. A HEAT ADVISORY is in effect until 7pm as heat indices will max out between 105 to 110 degrees. High pressure is the dominant feature this afternoon, however there is a weakness in the overall pattern to the Northwest, which will not directly impact our forecast as it moves…
Another hot and humid day is expected across the Southern 6 counties. A HEAT ADVISORY goes in effect from 12pm until 7pm as heat indices will max out between 105 to 110 degrees. High pressure is the dominant feature this morning, however there is a weakness in the overall pattern to the Northwest, which will not directly impact our forecast….
Change of plans for Biloxi High School alum Duran Parish, who is back on the hardwood with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. The freshman hoops star originally signed with Vanderbilt back in December for football, but is now closer to home with the Bulldogs. He should make an immediate impact for Gulf Coast, led by first-year Head Coach Owen Miller,…
Southern Miss alum Matt Wallner doesn’t really have much left to prove at the Minor League level and the Minnesota Twins agree, having recalled the USM home run king over the weekend. On Saturday, Wallner returning to the Big League club, still awaiting his first game action since late May. In a limited 11-game stretch earlier this year, Wallner tore…
Skies will be mostly clear the rest of the night and temperatures will be somewhat mild. Northwesterly winds will keep the humidity bearable for a little longer as this hot pattern builds in. Tuesday will feature a lot of sunshine and very hot temperatures. A Heat Advisory will be in effect from 12 Noon until 7 PM tomorrow. High pressure…
Travelers of Canal and Landon Road may experience some traffic this week. Just before 3:30, an accident involving two vehicles occurred at the traffic light at Canal and Landon Road. A truck rolled to its side, hitting a utility pole which then caused the traffic lights to fall. Both people involved were taken to nearby hospitals. The intersection has been…
Many locals are getting in on the chance to win millions as the Powerball jackpot nears in on a billion dollars. The Powerball jackpot was jumped up to over $900 million after there was no winner Saturday night. The Mega Millions pot is expecting to grow to $640 million for Tuesday’s drawing. Fellow locals are clutching their tickets in hopes…
Spotty to isolated rain chances will be around this evening. Coverage will be around 20% or under partly cloudy skies. Skies will clear out overnight and winds will be light out of the northwest. This will help provide some relief by keeping humidity somewhat tame. It will be warm out the door tomorrow morning, but mild compared to what’s coming….
Abney Grace Pittman of Wayne County was crowned the 2023 Mississippi Miss Hospitality in Hattiesburg this weekend. She will serve as the 74th Miss Hospitality, succeeding Hannah Grace Crain and will be known as the Goodwill Ambassador for the state. All 41 contestants participate in one-on-one and panel interviews, speeches, on-stage interviews, and an evening gown component to determine who…
Schools across the Coast are gearing up for a productive school year as registration continues. Gulfport School District is preparing for their first day this Friday while others are looking forward to starting between next week and the beginning of August. Teachers are preparing creative learning environments as parents ensure their children are set up for success. Vancleave Middle School…
Summer break is winding to a close for many Coast students as some schools start this week. School gets back in session for Gulfport students this Thursday. Administrators and teachers are ready to welcome students with open arms at Anniston Avenue Elementary. Returning to school means students need to be prepared with enough supplies to last the school year. Assistant…
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi is starting the court-ordered process of letting people cite religious beliefs to seek exemptions from state-mandated vaccinations that children must receive before attending day care or school. In April, U.S. District Judge Sul Ozerden ordered Mississippi to join most other states in allowing religious exemptions from childhood vaccinations. His ruling came in a lawsuit…