The Easter Bunny was spotted in Hancock County, hiding eggs, and putting a smile on children’s faces. The City of Waveland partnered with Hancock County Tourism Development to host its first ever Easter Parade and Egg Hunt under the direction of Mayor Jay Trapani. Children of all ages were able to get their faces painted, interact with the animals at…
It was an all-day celebration for the grand opening of a new marina in Jackson County. The River Road Boat Club held its inaugural Tank Music Fest on Saturday. The festival included several live bands, all the crawfish and jambalaya you could eat, vendors, and more. Some stayed on their boats, soaking in the good vibes on Krebs Lake. For…
Since 1992, the City of Moss Point has been the home for soapbox derby racing in South Mississippi. A little bit of inspiration can motivate us to do great things. For Deborah Washington, it was bringing soapbox derby racing to the Coast. Deborah’s mom, Gladys Zeretta Von said, “Deborah was watching the finals, I’d guess you’d say, and on television…
The first ever Art in the Pass event started 25 years ago in someone’s backyard. Now, art vendors from all across the country come to Pass Christian to be a part of this unique art show. Food, music, and art are the ingredients needed for one of the most respected art shows amongst the art community. Assemblage Artist John Walrod…
The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce held its 5th annual Craft Beer Fest at MGM Park over the weekend. Guests were seen sampling many local craft beers from area breweries. New at the festival this year was a cigar lounge for enthusiasts. Festivalgoers were able to learn the difference between IPA beers, lagers, ales, and other types of beer. Urban South…
In South Mississippi, the weekend provided an opportunity for children of all ages to learn a little more about the environment around them. Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival is held each year on the first Saturday of April at War Memorial Park in Pass Christian. Guests were able to explore more than 35 exhibits to learn about wildlife and…
Today, we are talking about occupational therapy, what it is, and why it’s important for patients. Joining us is Occupational Therapist with Spot Therapy Jessica Carter. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Occupational Therapy Month
A Hancock County middle school student was taken into custody on Sunday night after threatening to “shoot up the school” on the social media app Snapchat. The student was identified and taken into custody Sunday night. In addition to being subject to youth court and charges there related to making threats, the student also faces alternative school or expulsion for…
Skies will be clearer this afternoon and temperatures will be quite warm. Very elevated humidity content will be in the picture for the rest of the week. Clouds move in overnight and some could settle low enough to cause patchy fog trouble. More sunshine will be around tomorrow and temperatures will warm into the 80s. A storm system to our…
An upper level disturbance Memphis is moving quickly eastward in zonal flow across the southern states. Another strong upper disturbance is moving onshore in the Pacific Northwest. At the surface, the warm front that moved through during the evening has progressed northward to about Interstate 20. Over the local area, isolated to scattered showers were moving northeastward, with perhaps a…
Warm and muggy conditions return overnight as a disturbance in the atmosphere makes its way east. It will provide for scattered thunderstorms overnight and into the first portion of Monday. Rain chances will lower and skies will clear out somewhat into partly cloudy conditions in the afternoon. It will be breezy and warm as well. Warm and humid conditions will…
On the softball diamond, St. Patrick hosting Bay High. Lady Tigers win 9-2. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: High School Softball, softball, sports
Vancleave hosting East Central in a Region 8 Class 5A baseball matchup. Vancleave gets the revenge win, 4-3 over East Central. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, High School Baseball, sports
Tonight, high school baseball teams from across the Gulf Coast taking the diamond for the last time in March for some pivotal district games. One of them just so happens to be Senior Night for Gautier High School. Gators playing host to their Region 8 Class 5A foe George County as the Class of 2023 soaks it all in before…
Hundreds of high school students looking to further their educations were in Pascagoula today, learning what one Mississippi Historically Black College has to offer. Historically black colleges and universities, commonly referred to as HBCUs, are an experience like no other. They are well known for producing world leaders, great musical programs, and unique Greek life. Tougaloo Vice President of Enrollment…
When you wish upon a star, it may just take you on a trip. Make-A-Wish Mississippi hosted a party at Mullet Hop in D’Iberville to tell sweet Sawyer that his wish has been granted. Sawyer was diagnosed with pulmonary valve atresia, which means he was born without the right side of his heart. Doctors went in with a series of…
An upper level trough dropping out of the Rockies will deepen as it tracks across the northern/central Plains today. It`ll continue east through the upper Mississippi Valley and across the southern periphery of the Great Lakes Saturday. This track, and lack of southward digging, means that the cold front associated with this system will struggle to even reach the CWA….
You and your dog can have a barking good time this weekend! The Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club is hosting Bark’N Good Time all weekend. There will be dog sports running all day, such as fast cat, dog shows, and more. Even children can get involved in the pee-wee division. All breeds are welcome to compete, making it the pawfect…
After nearly three years, Sky Zone Trampoline Park in Biloxi is finally ready to open its doors. Sky Zone welcomed their first guests with applause after cutting the ribbon. The indoor trampoline park also has slides, ziplines, and more. It is located near the food court at Edgewater Mall. Prices start at $20 for an hour-and-a-half of jump time. Memberships…
If you are driving over the Biloxi-Ocean Springs Bridge this weekend, expect to see some colorful sails in the Sound. The Hobie Midwinters East and April Fools Regatta is officially underway in Ocean Springs. Sailors from across the country are in Ocean Springs right now, competing in the annual regatta. The Ocean Springs Yacht Club is hosting the competition and…
The Rotary Club of Gulfport partnered with St. Peter’s by the Sea Episcopal Church to help raise money for the Casting Nets program. Today, people were able to take a stroll around Jones Park at the 2023 Rotary Walk. Registration was $35 and walkers received a t-shirt and donuts. Casting Nets is a ministry of St. Peters that serves students…
Gulf Ship and Gulfport Marine Service celebrated the official launch of a new apprenticeship program that has been certified by the Department of Labor. More than 70 employees at Gulf Ship signed an agreement that marked the start of Gulf Ship’s new Department of Labor approved apprenticeship program. The program will cover workers across four separate trades, including welding, ship…
In honor of it being the end of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a Coast favorite shares his story! Steve Johnson, also known as Scuba Steve, was diagnosed with stage three colorectal cancer in 2015 and was told he had six months to live. After preparing for his life to end and closing down his store, his doctor told him that…
In recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, the City of Bay St. Louis planted pinwheels and decorated Hancock County Courthouse blue to raise awareness. Experts from diverse fields including psychology, social work, law enforcement, education, and healthcare joined together. This approach ensures that every aspect of child abuse prevention and intervention is addressed, from identifying and reporting child abuse to…