Cruisers roll out for the Biloxi Block Party

Cruisin’ the Coast has been going strong all week long and the fun continued in Downtown Biloxi today. Live music, good eats, and thousands of cars lined up for spectators to come and admire during the Biloxi Block Party.  Feature car owner Tasha Graham said, “I love driving my car down the strip, seeing the water in the background. It’s…

10/5 – Rob Knight’s “Changing Weather Pattern” Midday Forecast

This afternoon will bring sunny skies with a few upper-level clouds as high pressure to the northeast continues to shape the forecast. Clear and mild conditions overnight as winds will continue out of the south and southwest ahead of a cold front. Temperatures will respond accordingly with mid-80s expected during the day and increased humidity. It will feel like 90…

10/5 – The Chief’s “Warmer” Wednesday Morning Forecast

After mixed clouds yesterday, we are only left with some upper-level cloud coverage. The small disturbance has pushed west and now with less moisture in the mid-and-upper levels, there will be less clouds and more sunshine for today. High pressure remains in control of our weather pattern for today and Thursday with winds shifting from northeast in the morning to…

10/4 – Brittany’s “Cool & Muggy” Tuesday Night Forecast

If you are looking for rain, try again. For just under 3 months there was rain just about everyday and now we may not see any appreciable rain for at least another week to possibly 10 days. However, we will likely see another shot of drier and possibly cooler air which will keep things on the more comfortable side at…

High School Volleyball: Gulfport vs. Ocean Springs

As the high school volleyball regular season comes to a close, two local district champions giving us a potential preview of what’s to come in the playoffs. Doesn’t get much better than Gulfport and Ocean Springs, Region 8 Class 6A champs hosting the Region 7 champs. Lady Hounds take the first set 25-10, 25-22 OS in the second, 25-10 in…

Cruisers compete in flamethrowing contest at the Island View Casino Resort

The excitement was blazing tonight at the Island View Casino Resort for this year’s Flamethrowing Competition. Cruisers who signed up for the event each took turns showing off their best moves while spewing scorching flames from their exhaust pipes. This year featured two competitions: one for Cruisin’ cars and another for the larger trucks. People from all over the country…

10/4 – Brittany Warden’s “Warmer Temps Ahead” Tuesday Night Forecast

A weak disturbance from earlier this afternoon has push through the area but the upper level clouds will continue overnight. Upper clouds coupled with increased moisture will bring warmer temperatures tonight and through Friday. Northeast winds will be in place through tomorrow, switching to the SE during the afternoon. The more humid/moisture flow will continue through Friday. Humidity will be…

Cruisers cruise into Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi

Cruisers from all over drove into Margaritaville today in Biloxi to continue their fun. The Margaritaville parking lot was packed full of guests checking out unique cars and taking advantage of the nice weather. There was plenty for Cruisers to enjoy including vendors, live music, cool cars, and giveaways. There was also a special guest appearance from Joe and Amanda…

USM holds listening session for input in search for new president

The University of Southern Mississippi is searching for a new president and today they held a listening session in Long Beach to get public input. Currently, Dr. Joseph Paul is serving as interim USM president while the board completes its search for the university’s 11th permanent president. At the listening session, members of the board search committee heard from students,…

Cruisin’ the Coast Schedule for Wednesday, October 5th

Today was another fun day of Cruisin’ the Coast, but Wednesday offers even more chances to admire vintage cars and watch events around the Coast. The Biloxi Block Party starts in the downtown area at 8 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m. Cars will be lined up on Lameuse and Main Street, public parking is offered near city hall and…

Flying High and Cruising Low at Trent Lott International Airport

What’s better than viewing classic cars? Teaming them up with aircrafts! Flying High and Cruising Low is a new addition to the Cruisin’ calendar, combining the love of vehicles and aviation. The new event is a partnership between Trent Lott International Airport, Southern Sky Aviation, and the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce. Participants were able to view the classic cars…

Cruisers head to Moss Point for Cruisin’ the River City

Moss Point joins America’s Largest Block Party! Moss Point’s Cruisin’ the River City was a downtown riverfront experience with 50s and 60s music along with live entertainment. There was nothing but Cruisers in sight all over downtown Moss Point. People of all ages and their pets walked the roads as they admired all the beautiful vehicles. One couple came all…

El Saltillo to open location in El Agave building in Gulfport

El Saltillo will open another restaurant, this time in the old El Agave building in downtown Gulfport. The restaurant chain announced its plans on its social media pages, saying the restaurant will be ready to open in about six weeks. El Agave closed its doors last month after nine years at that location. El Saltillo is also on the verge…

Morning Business Report: October 4th, 2022

The Dow spiked 764 points to kick off October and home prices are falling at the fastest rate since the financial rates. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

10/4 – The Chief’s “Warmer/Humid Flow” Tuesday Afternoon Forecast

A weak disturbance along the North/Central Gulf will continue to push upper level clouds across the area…at times putting south Mississippi under partly/mostly cloudy skies. the upper clouds will continue tonight and coupled with a more humid flow, warmer overnight low temps can be expected. Highs will reach the low-80s across the viewing area and lows tonight will get to…

10/3 – Brittany’s “Stunning” Monday Night Forecast

Temperatures should continue to cool off well at night with mostly clear to partly cloudy skies and low dewpoints allowing decent radiational cooling. Should be near normal across northern areas and slightly above normal across the south shore. Afternoon highs on Tuesday rise into the low to mid 80s. In summary, nice weather persists through the short term. Not much…

Former USM baseball coach Chad Caillet hired by Jones College

A familiar face is getting back to his Magnolia State roots with former USM Associate Head Baseball Coach Chad Caillet joining Wes Thigpen’s staff at Jones College. In June 2019, Caillet left to take an assistant job at Texas A&M for two years before spending the 2022 season at South Carolina. Caillet wore many hats during his 12 years in…