The legislative session has ended. Here are the big bills that passed. A bill that allows people who donate to food pantries to get a tax cut passed. Medicaid postpartum care was extended to a full year. $100 million will be going directly to public education. Feminine hygiene products will also now be available for free in middle and high…
American Airlines is close to a new agreement with its pilots and gas prices could hit $4 a gallon as OPEC cuts oil production. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report.
The Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art in Biloxi was recently awarded a grant for $1 million. The grant comes from the Mississippi Gulf Coast Restore Act Fund and will help with completing the museum’s campus. The million-dollar grant will allow the museum to finish its grand staircase, the galleries, and to incorporate a pavilion. The museum is set to receive the…
The Jackson County Animal Shelter is full right now and they are making an urgent call for adoptions because they need the space. Maridee Mallette is here with one of their adorable pups up for adoption. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the arrest of 19-year-old Angel May Pierce and 24-year-old Jerry Cornelious Parkman charging them both with one count of 1st Degree Murder. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, Harrison County Sheriff’s Investigators were contacted by Investigators with the Hinds County Sheriff’s Office on March 28, 2023 and advised about a missing person…
The suspect and the victim in the fatal shooting at the Pure gas station in Gautier on Monday have been identified. Thomas Rogers, aka Woody 20-year-old Maurice Shannon, a Gautier resident, has been identified as the victim of the fatal shooting. Detectives have identified Thomas Guy Rogers, as the suspected shooter of Shannon’s death and he is wanted for Murder…
Today will be much like yesterday with clearing skies and very warm temperatures. Overnight, clouds will build back in and light fog is possible. Things begin to change as a cold front approaches our area from the northwest. There is a 20% chance of rainfall tomorrow. The front will stall in our region providing for increased cloud coverage and elevated…
Starting out with early this morning, geez it’s a bit muggy! Moist, onshore return flow continues to pump low to mid 70 dew-points well north into Arklatex/nearing mid MS valley region. Above all, we are on the path to yet another very warm day today. While it won’t be a completely cloudy day, patchy mid/upper level clouds will keep it…
Former Biloxi Shucker Brice Turang hit his first career big league home run today. What a way to do it, grand slam for the Brewers, putting the finishing touches on a seven-run fifth in their 10-0 win versus the Mets. Former Shucker Freddy Peralta also twirling a gem, fixing six scoreless innings with seven strikeouts. Former Shuckers Joey Wiemer and…
They weren’t supposed to be there, they had a weak schedule, it was just Kim Mulkey’s second year as head coach of the LSU Tigers, they arrived too soon. At least, that’s what they said and yet they still arrived as national champions of women’s college basketball. On Sunday, the Purple and Gold cut down the nets at the American…
The community gathered at the Round Island Lighthouse in Pascagoula for CASA of Southeast Mississippi’s first Light of Hope ceremony. CASA placed pinwheels, the national symbol for child abuse prevention, around the area. The Round Island Lighthouse will also illuminate blue at night since April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. CASA is an organization that promotes court appointed advocates…
The City of Gulfport is getting prepared to continue moving forward with the road project on Daniel Boulevard. The plan for this project is to create a road connecting Daniel Boulevard and Canal Road. Tomorrow, Mayor Billy Hewes and his team plans to go to the city council and ask them to expedite the hiring of an engineer to get…
In an effort to find the people responsible for unsolved violent crimes, Moss Point police plans to begin highlighting various open investigations on a monthly basis, beginning with the most recent cases. The department says it is their goal to engage with the community and develop new information that can help bring closure for families and justice for the victims…
Saving lives one pint at a time, Ocean Springs welcomed a new donor center from the Blood Center, even while Ocean Springs Hospital sponsored a blood drive in the hospital’s board room. A new place to donate blood is open on the Gulf Coast. The Blood Center hosted a ribbon cutting for its new Ocean Springs donor center, located at…
Some direct sunlight allowed for temperatures to warm into the 80s for a lot of the area today. Tonight, abundant moisture in the low-levels will allow for clouds to build, then lower. Some fog could develop by daybreak. It will be mild, and humidity will be plentiful with a very muggy feel for our area overnight. Tomorrow will be much…
You can have your book and eat it too at the University of Southern Mississippi’s Edible Book Festival. Each year, faculty and students try their hand at recreating their favorite book out of food. The only requirements are that your piece be edible, related to your book of choice, and the number one rule: punny. Romeo and Julien, Juliet’s balcony…
With Easter coming up this weekend, Stella Maris Gifts has you covered on Christian gifts for your loved ones. They have everything from children’s gifts to books about Stations of the Cross and Lent. The shop has everything you would need to know about the events that led up to Easter, no matter the age. Good Friday commemorates Jesus’ suffering…
One Clean Gulfport is asking for your help to stop littering. One Clean Gulfport is an organization made up of volunteers against littering. They are currently conducting a survey that will help determine behaviors and attitudes toward littering. Early study results show that 16 percent of Gulfport residents are causing 100 percent of litter. 84 percent said they have never…
April is Autism Acceptance Month and the Mississippi Center for Autism and Related Developmental Disabilities has a spirit week taking place to celebrate. Each day, the center has a different theme. Today was magnificent mind Monday, people dressed up in fun hats and wigs. Throughout the month, people focus on sharing stories and providing opportunities to increase the understanding and…
McDonald’s reportedly temporarily shuts down its U.S. offices and prepares layoff notices and OPEC announced surprise cuts in oil production. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
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…