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…
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…
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…
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…
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%…
We’re still a month away from Mississippi’s primary elections, but there are some important deadlines we need to remind you about. If you want to vote in the upcoming August 8th primary election, you have to register to vote by this coming Monday, July 10th. You can register in person at the circuit or municipal clerk’s office by 5 PM…
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…
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….
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 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…
There is currently not a whole lot of action when it comes to our local sports right now, but it is also the time where some of our athletes are given some much deserved recognition. Get to know this year’s Gatorade Player of the year, Gulfport’s very own, Mary Frances Symmes. Earlier this summer, Gulfport soccer alum Mary Frances…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
For the first time in more than 20 years of firework shows in Biloxi, a fire broke out on Deer Island. The fire was extinguished in about 15 minutes according to Biloxi fire officials. Biloxi’s fire boat was already nearby just in case, which helped with the quick response when the flames erupted between 8 and 9 last night. The…
Thunderstorms will wind down this evening as the peak heating of the day goes away. Cloud coverage will remain dominant overnight. Winds will shift to out of the northwest tonight thanks to high pressure moving somewhat. A touch of drier air will allow for somewhat milder temperatures. Tomorrow will essentially be a repeat of today. More sunshine can be expected…
Another afternoon filled with the chance of showers and thunderstorms today. This afternoon high pressure will generally remain in place across the area, especially over the northern Gulf of Mexico. There is just enough of a weakness across the lower plains and that along with surging moisture should combine to allow for elevated rain chances today and tomorrow. As mentioned,…
Not as much activity on radar when compared to this time yesterday morning. Expect things to continue to be fairly quiet throughout the rest of early morning hours before starting to pick up by late morning. High pressure will generally remain in place across the area, especially over the northern Gulf of Mexico. There is just enough of a weakness…
Gulfport High School’s Nico Williams has received a Division One football offer in the form of Southeastern Louisiana. It is important to clarify football because this guy is dominant both on the gridiron and the baseball diamond. Congratulations Nico! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: football, Gulfport, high school football, Nico Williams, Southeaster Lousiana
St. Stanislaus rising senior Jacob Bradford announced his commitment to the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs. As a Junior last season, the defensive lineman finished with 112 tackles, 30 tackles for loss and 9 and a half sacks breaking the all-time St. Stanislaus sacks record. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: high school football, Jacob Bradford, Lousiana Tech, St. Stanislaus, st. stanislaus rock-a-chaws
One local soccer team is making a name for themselves not only across the state, but the entire nation! The South Mississippi Soccer Club’s Elite ’09 girls team are writing their names in the history books, and they’re not done yet. Layla Martinez plays right back for the squad, and she could tell the team was something special when they…