The Historic Ocean Springs Association launches new interpretive sign project

The Historic Ocean Springs Association has launched a new community project installing interpretive signs at landmark locations throughout the historic districts. HOSA has recently placed more than 30 small interpretive informal ‘landmark/history trail’ signs in this first phase of what they hope will be an on-going project for the organization. To support this project, the HOSA organization submitted a grant…

Singing River board votes to put hospital up for sale

The Singing River Health System’s Board of Trustees voted today to put the Mississippi coast hospital up for sale. This vote allows the board to “pursue a fully integrated model or sale with a like-minded healthcare organization that will invest in and grow our system.” The next step in this process is for the board to present a resolution to…

Mississippi residents can now apply for medical marijuana

Today is the first day people can apply for medical marijuana cards or get into the medical marijuana business. Attorneys for Moore Company are in the process of applying the Department of Health and the Department of Revenue to ensure that the company is able to distribute medical cannabis to Mississippi patients. Former Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson, who has…

Morning Business Report: June 1st, 2022

Home prices surged at a record pace this spring and retailers may find themselves stuck with too many things to sell. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

‘Hoops 4 Hope’ this Saturday at Pascagoula Rec Center

Saturday local police officers will trade in their handcuffs for headbands. They’re ready to play some basketball with teens in the community. Here with us to explain is Pascagoula and Moss Point police chiefs Matt Chapman and Brandon Ashley. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Hoops 4 Hope, law enforcement, moss point pd, Pascagoula, pascagoula pd

Hancock County EMA offers tips to prepare for hurricane season

Today marks the first day of hurricane season and that means there is no time like the present to prepare for what could come our way. Storm surge, gusting winds, and heavy rainfall can be a devastating mix for Coast residents. News 25 stopped by the Hancock County Emergency Management Agency this morning to speak with EMA Director Brian Adam….

Biloxi Shuckers vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos

Biloxi Shuckers are on the road tonight, winners of four in a row, looking to keep it going against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos. Blue Wahoos walk it off with a sac fly and just like that, the streak is over. Shuckers lose 5-4 in ten innings. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports

PRCC stays in Winners Bracket in NJCAA World Series

When it comes to post-season college baseball, double-elimination is a great safeguard against the randomness that is baseball. But truth be told, life is just better in that winners bracket and who doesn’t want a better life? Top ranked Pearl River asserting its dominance once again late last night with a run rule victory over Lansing, it’s second victory in…

Jackson County holding second annual Sand Jam

June 11th at Pascagoula’s Beach Park, the Jackson County Recreation Department will host its second annual Sand Jam 2022 ‘Turtle Up Mississippi.’ The Sand Jam is a celebration of Mississippi’s native wildlife and habitats. This free event has more than 20 activity booths, live turtle ambassadors, kayaking, fishing for children 15 and under, a turtle art competition for all ages,…

Ocean Springs Class of 2022 graduates at the Coast Coliseum

Ocean Springs High School seniors took the stage to accept their diploma. ‘Once a Greyhound, always a Greyhound!’ The Ocean Springs class of 2022 chanted and cheered during graduation practice one final time before crossing the stage in front of family and friends. This year’s graduating class earned and accepted over $14 million in scholarship money. Valedictorian Margaret Brune said,…

5/31 – Night Rob’s “Early June” Tuesday Evening Forecast

A typical summer pattern of afternoon/evening slow-moving storms is on display this final day in May. The southeast flow will continue this scenario through mid-week. These types of storms pop up quickly and tend to rain themselves out while moving slowly, then dissipate shortly after sunset. This means about a 20-30% chance through the work week. Overnight temps will generally…

Beauvoir to celebrate Jefferson Davis’ 214th birthday

This Saturday, Beauvoir is celebrating Jefferson Davis’ 214th birthday. There will be historians on the grounds giving visitors a glimpse of what life was like when Davis lived there. What was once known as Orange Grove is today’s Beauvoir. Construction on the property began in 1848 and on it sits Jefferson Davis’ home, which is the first ever beach house…

Superintendent Wayne Rodolfich reflects on time at Pascagoula-Gautier School District

Wayne Rodolfich spent 17 years as superintendent at the Pascagoula-Gautier School District and is set to retire at the end of June. While being superintendent, he was able to complete $135 million worth of upgrades and new technology including the Pascagoula High School Performing Arts Center. In March, the district was one of only two districts named ‘a district of…

Using gardening to offset inflation

Grab your gloves and shovel and get to gardening. With rising prices from inflation making it harder for people to afford groceries, gardening can be a key factor when it comes to offsetting that inflation. At Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art, they have seven different gardens on the museum campus where people are allowed to pick up fresh and healthy food….

Consumers can expect higher shrimp prices this year

Mississippi waters recently reopened for shrimp season. Over at Quality Poultry and Seafood in Biloxi, they have more than 75 years of experience in selling fresh seafood in their market. They are optimistic for a plentiful shrimp season. Past years were affected by the Bonnet Carre Spillway and fresh water intrusion. One concern for the market is how shrimper’s fuel…

Congressional Primary Elections next Tuesday

The Congressional Primary Elections for Mississippi are one week from today. Residents of the Fourth Congressional District can head to the polls and vote in either the Republican or Democratic primary. The incumbent, Steven Palazzo, will be challenged by six other Republicans. Palazzo is facing off against Raymond Brooks, Carl Boyanton, Mike Ezell, Kidron Peterson, Clay Wagner, and Brice Wiggins….

Morning Business Report: May 31st, 2022

Gas prices hit yet another record high and flight cancellations piled up on a busy Memorial Day 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