A local resident is gearing up for an exciting weekend as she competes in the prestigious Miss Mississippi competition. Katelyn Perry, a resident of Gulfport, is heading to Vicksburg this weekend to participate in the highly anticipated Miss Mississippi competition. Alongside 31 other women, Perry will be engaging in a week’s worth of events leading up to the crowning of…
With hurricane season approaching, residents in Harrison County are being urged to prepare for potential evacuations. Should an evacuation order be issued, the Coast Transit Authority stands ready to assist Harrison County residents. They take evacuees to shelters throughout the county manned by the American Red Cross. CTA emphasizes the importance of creating an evacuation plan ahead of time and…
What was meant to be an exciting start to the fair season ended up being quite a scare for St. Clare Festivalgoers. Last weekend, over 5,000 people gathered at St. Clare Catholic Church for the fun-filled St. Clare Seafood Festival. Seafood Festival Chairman John Pucheu said, “It’s a community function. We really push family orientation here, and the funds that…
A new study found that job seekers with a Southern accent could make less money than people without one and stocks will digest the debt ceiling agreement reached over the 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
Today we are excited to introduce you to our Pet of the Week: Patty! Maridee Mallette is here from the Jackson County Animal Shelter with Patty. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
A Jeepin tradition kicks into gear tomorrow in South Mississippi. Jeepin the Coast begins with registration at 3 tomorrow afternoon at Jeep Central on Jeff Davis Avenue in Long Beach. At 5, the party really begins with music running until 8 at a kick-off party in Pass Christian. Wednesday kicks off a full schedule of events through Sunday so expect…
Leaders will gather to dedicate a Biloxi post office in honor of a fallen Biloxi police officer tomorrow. The post office at 140 Lameuse St. will be dedicated as the ‘Robert S. McKeithen Post Office Building’ at 2 tomorrow afternoon. President Biden signed House Bill 3175 into law back in December after both houses of Congress passed the bill authorizing…
There is a surface boundary running northwest to Southeast across the area. We are seeing temperatures this afternoon 3-5 degrees warmer than yesterday at this time. Considering today and yesterday are very similar, we still have that chance of a shower or two this afternoon through the early evening hours. The minimal activity that manifest will rapidly dissipate around sunset…
A very weak disturbance was seen this morning just off the coast, which provided just enough instability combined with the sea breeze to produce isolated showers/t-storms both Monday afternoon and overnight. There is a surface boundary running northwest to Southeast across the area. We are seeing temperatures this Morning 3-5 degrees warmer than yesterday at this time. Considering today and…
The Golden Eagles officially have a place to land for the NCAA Baseball Tournament. The Southern Miss baseball team held a Selection Show watch party for the 2023 NCAA Tournament at Mugshots in Hattiesburg. The team was accompanied by hundreds of fans patiently waiting to see where their Golden Eagles would travel to next. Named the number 2 seed, the…
Mild temperatures and some cloud coverage will be around to start off your Tuesday. More sunshine will be around but isolated showers and thunderstorms can be expected again. Towards midweek, a disturbance will move through our region. Humidity will be increasing through much of the week. Rain chances will be more elevated Wednesday, and will peak Thursday. Somewhat drier conditions…
Hollywood Casino Gulf Coast held a Presentation of the Flag Ceremony in remembrance of fallen soldiers on this Memorial Day. Ceremony guests included the color guard and honor guard to make a Memorial experience for our heroes and companions. The ‘Missing Man’ table was present on site to remind viewers of those fallen, missing, or imprisoned U.S. military members. With…
Community members and local leaders gathered in Gautier as they paid tribute to the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice. The Avenue of Flags Ceremony took place in front of the Veterans Tribute Tower by City Hall. Families and friends gathered to honor their loved ones, dedicating flags as a symbol of remembrance and gratitude. Hosted by the American Legion…
The Biloxi National Cemetery stands adorned with 27,000 flags, each one representing a life sacrificed in service to our country. Today, families and loved ones gathered for the Memorial Day ceremony, a poignant reminder of the profound impact of our fallen heroes. Colonel Billy Pope, commander of the 81st Training Wing, delivered a powerful speech at the Biloxi National Cemetery…
Cloud cover has been around much of the day today. Also, showers have popped up bringing isolated chances to everyone. Those rain chances will be out of the picture this evening. Expect some clouds and mild conditions tonight. Tomorrow will provide for more sunshine but more isolated shower/thunderstorm chances are in the picture. High pressure moving to our east will…
As the extra-long Memorial Day Weekend wraps up, families across the Coast are enjoying some quality time together. Families were seen unwinding on Front Beach in Ocean Springs and making the most of the holiday. It’s not just about rest and relaxation for these families. They are taking the time to reflect on the significance of Memorial Day and express…
Authorities in Mississippi are searching for two escaped inmates. Michael Lewis and Joseph Spring, both 31, were discovered missing during this morning’s official headcount at the Raymond Detention Center in Hinds County. Officials later found a breach in the facility and fence damage. Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones said, “We believe that they were able to get access to an…
It’s become one of the largest one-day crawfish events on the Gulf Coast. The fifth annual Budweiser Downtown Ocean Springs Crawfish Cook Off saw over 25 teams competing for the crown of best crawfish in Downtown Ocean Springs. Guests were able to enjoy endless amounts of crawfish, live music, and a tasty beverage. Teams were excited to let guests taste…
The annual St. Clare Seafood Festival in Hancock County had a little something for everyone to enjoy. Hundreds came out to enjoy the delicious food and the carnival rides and games are always a family favorite. On Saturday, several vehicles were on display during the Classic Car Show, featuring hot rods, antique models, and other sweet rides. Vendors and artists…
The Blessing of the Fleet is a tradition that started in 1929 and marks the beginning of shrimp season. The event set sail along the Mississippi Sound on Sunday. Culture, heritage, and legacy are some of the many words you can use to define the Blessing of the Fleet, a ceremony held to kick off shrimping season for fishermen hoping…
The platform to artificial intelligence is underway and will completely transform the way people work. For many, the fix can’t come soon enough. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with a look at an in-depth report on how AI will change the workplace. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
A Louisiana man has been charged with aggravated DUI causing death after a weekend accident on Highway 90 in Biloxi. Thirty-four-year-old Bradley Paul Broussard of Opelousas, Louisiana was driving the car involved in the accident. His passenger was killed. The single car accident happened Saturday morning at Veterans Avenue and Highway 90. Broussard was transported to an area hospital where…
A blocking pattern remains across the eastern half of the country with an upper ridge over the Great Lakes. Yesterday’s double barreled upper low, as expected, has consolidated near the Georgia-South Carolina border. Upper disturbances were moving out of the Rockies into the Dakotas and Texas, and a weaker disturbance over the western Gulf of Mexico. At the surface, weak…
The following is a press release courtesy of Southern Miss Sports Information Director Jack Duggan. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 28, 2023 Southern Miss Wins 2023 Guardian Credit Union Sun Belt Conference Championship MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Justin Storm threw 5 2/3 scoreless relief innings and No. 16 Southern Miss belted three home runs to defeat Louisiana 6-2 in capturing the Guardian…