As residents of Moss Point are beginning to rebuild, the American Red Cross is closing its shelter. The Red Cross hit the ground running after the June 19th EF2 tornado swept through Moss Point. The organization provided shelter and food for many residents, but now moved to accommodate those in need. Officials say case work has been done for all…
Beyond the mouthwatering seafood, the Our Lady of the Gulf Crab Fest is providing a platform for vendors from near and far. More than 20 vendors have gathered for the 39th annual Crab Fest. This year’s line up includes both local and out-of-state vendors, each offering their unique twist on creations on jewelry, crafts, and fashion. While supporting the festival,…
A welcome surprise awaits travelers as gas prices have hit their lowest point of the year. The drop in gas prices could result in an increase in travel, providing extra incentives for families and friends to hit the road and enjoy the festivities without breaking the bank. Local businesses are destined to benefit from the increased traffic. More than 43…
Harrison County Supervisor Kent Jones is being accused of embezzling thousands of dollars to turn a youth baseball field press box into a makeshift apartment. Our media partner is reporting that the company that holds his liability bond is revoking it, ending his tenure as a supervisor unless a new bond is secured. Jones is losing the $100,000 bond he…
A new study says women have a harder time asking for financial help than men. And expect lower gas prices this July 4th weekend. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Mitchell Distributing is organizing an inaugural golf tournament to benefit Folds of Honor. Here to tell us more about that cause and how you can get involved is Anna Grace Tanner. The Folds of Honor Golf Tournament takes place July 10th at Windance. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a 10 a.m. shotgun start. For more details call 601-934-1352. Categories:…
75 years and counting, a 4th of July tradition returns to the Coast this weekend! Each year, the Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo offers a little something for everyone. The carnival rides and games are already set up at Jones Park in Gulfport. There will also be live music and fishing. Anglers of all ages will be competing in an…
As an extreme heatwave sends temperatures soaring across the country, everyone’s tempted to crank up the AC to stay cool. Mississippi Power saw its peak customer demand Wednesday afternoon. While temperature remain in the triple digits, Mississippi Power wants customers to know the company’s generating facilities are ready to meet the demand. Mississippi Power customers are also urged to stay…
Picayune police are searching for a suspect in at least two shoplifting cases at area Walmarts. The most recent happened Tuesday night when a male suspect entered the Picayune Walmart, filled a shopping cart, and left through the fire escape door he disabled in the garden center. The suspect loaded the stolen items in this Chrysler minivan that didn’t have…
If you’re in the market for a new home, there are certain steps you should take. Keelser Federal Credit Union’s Director of Mortgage Sales, Tom Quinn is here to help us navigate home loans and plan options. Categories: Expert Talk
A EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING is in effect through this evening. High pressure is centered off the coast, and doesn’t look to be going anywhere this afternoon. The area of high pressure will begin to weaken slightly on Saturday and start its slow progression east. Similar to Thursday afternoon, the threat of a shower and thunderstorm will be rather low but…
If you’re looking for building supplies, one local company can help you with siding, doors, windows and more! WXXV and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce shine the June 2023 Chamber Member Spotlight on ABC Supply in Gulfport. Categories: Chamber Member Spotlight
Just like the past couple of days…high pressure is still centered off the coast, and doesn’t look to be going anywhere today. The area of high pressure will begin to weaken slightly on Saturday and start its slow progression east. Similar to Thursday afternoon, the threat of a shower and thunderstorm will be rather low but not zero. As expected,…
Over the past two days, junior golfers from the state of Mississippi and Louisiana gathered at the Diamondhead Country Club for the Gulf States Junior PGA Championship. Over 140 junior golfers picked up their clubs and hit the links for the Gulf States Junior PGA Championship. With the tournament taking place on Diamondhead’s Cardinal Course, a lot of local talent…
Biloxi Shuckers hosting the Mississippi Braves for game two of the home stand. Shuckers win 7-6. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
The very hot pattern will continue into the end of this week as we close out June. An Excessive Heat Warning will be in place from 10 AM until 8 PM. Heat index values will top 110 degrees again. The ridge of high pressure causing this heat will break down through this weekend. Isolated rain chances can be expected this…
As the 4th of July holiday approaches, Audubon Delta is urging everyone to prioritize the well-being of our feathered friends during the celebrations. The festivities, marked by fireworks, barbecues, and beach gatherings, can be a threat to local beach-nesting birds, like Least Terns, who lay their eggs directly on the sand to rely on survival of their offspring. But loud…
Excitement is mounting in Bay St. Louis as locals and visitors gather for Our Lady of the Gulf’s 39th annual Crab Fest. The festival features crafts booths, a midway with rides for the kids, and live music, but the star of this show is the food. With its enticing aromas, lively atmosphere, and mouthwatering gumbo prepared by Mayor Mike Favre,…
The very hot and humid conditions will persist into the end of this week. Expect an uncomfortable evening and overnight as temperatures won’t cool too much. Excessive Heat Warnings remain in place until 8 PM tonight and will be in effect again tomorrow from 10 AM until 8 PM. Tomorrow will be much like today. A stray shower cannot be…
Are you bored this summer at home and absolutely need something to do? Well, Ocean Springs is guaranteed to have something fun for you and the family. The 99 Days of Summer for tourists and locals has begun. The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce Main Street and Tourism Bureau begins the campaign from Memorial Day and it runs through September….
The City of Moss Point is still in desperate need of assistance and state and federal aid. One Jackson County nonprofit organization is calling on officials to act faster with rising concerns over shelters. Comeback Coolers out of Ocean Springs is a nonprofit organization that provides support and aid to those in need when disaster strikes. The nonprofit provides food,…
Airline travel delays are already starting and we aren’t even in the holiday weekend yet and calls to the Social Security Administration are leading to a lot of frustrations. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Primary election day for statewide, legislative, county, and district races is August 8th. That will be here before you know which means now is the time to learn more about your candidates. Stone County is hosting a Meet the Candidates Rally this weekend. Organizers Dick O’Neal and Lyndy Berryhill are in studio with more.
Port Bienville and Hancock County Port & Harbor Commission has been awarded a $2.2 million grant by the state Department of Environmental Quality for the the port’s well and tank project. The $4.5 million project, which will be located on Webre Road near Calgon Carbon, will provide a new well with a proposed rate of 1,500 gallons per minor and…