Morning Business Report: September 12th, 2022

A pending railroad strike could drive up prices even more and Visa, Mastercard, and American Express will now track gun purchases. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Louisiana artist shares seashell art at Biloxi Seafood Festival

Attendees enjoyed seafood and live entertainment at the 41st annual Biloxi Seafood Festival. The festival provides a chance for vendors to showcase their arts and crafts locally and out of state. Louisiana native Elaine Hertleim comes to the Seafood Festival every year to display her seashell work. She’s a retired painter who found a way to create art out of…

Volunteers celebrate Adopt a Grandparents Day along the Coast

It was a happy Grandparent’s Day to all the grandparents here on the Coast. Every family shares their own traditions so naturally ways to celebrate this day vary. Some senior citizens have no one to share the day with. Volunteers along the Coast help some seniors feel included. Andy Bitali, a resident at the Seashore Highlands, is one of the…

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Gold ribbons in September represent childhood cancer survivors and brings awareness to those who lost their battle to cancer. News 25’s Jazell Ladner shares the story of a young man who is in remission from his childhood bone cancer. Austin Lizana is cancer free, nine years and counting. He was first diagnosed in 2013 with bone cancer, causing him limited…

Inaugural St. Baldricks Foundation Fundraiser in Gulfport

The St. Baldrick’s Foundation is a nonprofit aimed at finding better cancer treatment for kids. This Saturday, Bayou View Park will be the home of Gulfport’s very first fundraiser benefiting the organization. In studio with more is a childhood cancer survivor and the event’s volunteer organizer Rebecca Morrow. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: fundraiser, St. Baldrick’s Foundation

Mississippi Gulf Coast Veterans Resource Fair

September is Suicide Prevention Month and today we are shining a spotlight on our veterans. Crusaders for Veterans is hosting a PTSD Awareness Poker Run this Saturday. Here to tell us more about it are Kevin Cuttill and Debbie Benoit from Crusaders for Veterans. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Crusaders for Veterans, Mississippi Gulf Coast Veterans Resource Fair

City of Poplarville declares this week ‘Chapel Hart Week’

This is a big week for the South Mississippi trio Chapel Hart. The group is competing to win America’s Got Talent. Danica and Devynn Hart and cousin Trea Swindle will perform in tomorrow’s live finals, which will air on NBC. You can vote during the show using this link. Results will be announced on Wednesday. In a show of support…

EPA launches investigation into Jackson Water Crisis

The Federal Government is launching an investigation into the water crisis in Jackson. The Environmental Protection Agency confirmed Sunday that a team with the Inspector General’s Office will be collecting data and conducting interviews. The investigation will look into the history of Jackson’s troubled water system. Despite a $42 million federal commitment, the city’s mayor said it is not enough…

The Chief’s “Cooler/Drier Air Mass” Monday Afternoon Forecast

The main story is a cold front overhead moving SE. The upstream support will press east allowing the high to surge the front south and east through our area this evening. Not anticipating a sharp wind shift/moisture gradient as it swings through as overall it is a relatively weaker front, but lower surface dew-points will bleed into northwestern areas later…

9/12 – The Chief’s “Cold Frontal Passage Ahead” Monday Morning Forecast

Early this morning, we will continue to see decaying showers over coastal Mississippi, with a remnant boundary possibly leading to a few re-developing isolated showers over marine areas through this afternoon. Otherwise, it’s a clear and calm start to the day. Taking a step back and looking at the current regional overview, main story is an approaching cold front just to…

High School Football: St. Martin vs. West Marion

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. — The Yellowjackets (2-1) led the Trojans (1-2) wire to wire in their dominating 48-20 home victory. Watch the Friday Night Showcase highlights in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase Tags: high school football, st. martin, Trojans, West Marion, Yellowjackets

High School Football: Picayune vs. Gulfport

PICAYUNE, Miss. — The defending 5A state champion Maroon Tide (3-0) asserting its championship swagger in a defensive 21-7 win over Gulfport (2-1), its fourth straight triumph over the Admirals. Watch the Friday Night Showcase highlights in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase Tags: ADMIRALS, Gulfport, high school football, Maroon Tide, picayune

High School Football: Ocean Springs vs. George County

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. — The Greyhounds (3-0) led the Rebels (0-3) at the half 33-0 and tacked on a field goal in the second half of their 36-0 shutout, cruising to their 13th straight regular season win dating back to the start of 2020. Watch the Friday Night Showcase highlights in the video above! Categories: Friday Night Showcase Tags: George…

Women of Wisdom show appreciate to first responders

With the anniversary of 9/11 this Sunday — an organization shows their appreciate by contributing free lunch to local first responders in Gulfport. WOW, Women of Wisdom, is a non-profit marketplace ministry. Along with community partners and volunteers, the organization fed over 800 first responders along the Gulf Coast in remembrance of 9/11. “I’m really passionate about this, my oldest…

Students pay tribute to first responders

Students at North Woolmarket Elementary paid tribute to first responders as we approach 21 years since 9/11. A police officer and member of the military read to two classrooms today. Given the sensitive nature of the events of 9/11, teachers chose books that focused on the Twin Towers before the tragedy. Emma Brooks, an 8th grader who serves on the…

Ruck march hosted in memory of 9/11 victims

Ruck march hosted in memory of 9/11 victims

On Sunday, the nation will pay tribute to those we lost during the 9/11 terror attacks. The 403rd Wing at Keesler Air Force Base paid tribute to 9/11 victims Friday morning by hosting a ruck march. The security forces squadron led the march 5 miles around the flightline. This event gives airmen and women time to reflect, remember, and honor…

Dinosaurs take over the Coast Coliseum

The largest and most realistic dinosaur exhibit is invading the coast once again, and this time it’s even bigger and better. Dinosaur fans have the chance to experience life-like moving and roaring dinosaurs, dinosaur-themed rides and attractions. There are live dinosaur shows, interactive science and art activities — including a giant fossil dig with real fossils. There’s also something for…

Ocean Springs Library closing for renovations

The Ocean Springs Library is closing for renovations starting tomorrow. The $1.63 million dollar project includes plans to replace the roof, a new heating and air system, LED lighting, paint, carpeting, tile, and a family bathroom. While the library is closed, patrons are encouraged to visit the St. Martin Public Library next to the community center.

41st Annual Biloxi Seafood Fest starts tomorrow

A tasty annual tradition returns to Biloxi tomorrow. Gates open at 10 AM at the Biloxi Town Green. The two-day event features a wide range of local seafood vendors, delicacies, and live music. There will be plenty of other fun to be had as well. Admission is five dollars, but kids 12 and under get in for free!

9/9 – Brittany’s “Warm” Friday Afternoon Forecast

Tomorrow will be quite similar as the overall pattern shows little change. The upper low will still be in place overhead, but likely weakening at this point. Model suggests PW will creep up to around 2″ which will support higher rain chances, thus carrying similar POPs to today. The one plus to higher rain chances and upper low in place…

9/9 – The Chief’s “Friday Afternoon/Weekend” Forecast

A stationary front draped along the coast east through the central Florida panhandle will continue to bring showers/t-storms. A few showers could bring heavy rain as rain rate will be 1.25-1.75″ per hour. A few t-storms will be capable of severity include mainly strong, sub-severe storms with the average threats being 30-40 mph downdraft winds and small hail less than…