We are starting to see fireworks tents and stands popping up, preparing for the upcoming July 4th celebrations. This holiday is all about celebrating our independence with family and friends and closing out the day with fireworks, but the biggest thing to remember with fireworks is safety. To ensure a fun and safe time, remember to keep water close, keep…
We are just one day away from that hotly contested Republican primary election runoff for Mississippi’s Fourth Congressional District. Incumbent Congressman Steven Palazzo will appear on the ballot alongside Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell. In the first round of voting on June 7th, Palazzo received just under 32 percent of the vote compared to Ezell’s 25 percent in a Republican…
AT&T and Verizon are raising prices and U.S. airports had the busiest pandemic day on Friday. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Wildlife rescue organization Whisper of Hope made a trip to the Railroad Museum in Gulfport to show off some of the animals in their care. The organization makes the trip to the museum once a month to show off a wide variety of animals to the museum’s guests. Often, animals such as crows, snakes, turtles, and skunks make the trip…
The Gulf Coast Sportsman Club held its annual children’s fishing rodeo in Bay St. Louis over the weekend. The club has organized this event since its creation 37 years ago. The rodeo gives children 13 and under the ability to learn the basics of fishing and to let them get their feet wet in the fishing competition world. Trophies were…
Jubilee Havens held its annual Freedom Tea fundraiser over the weekend. The event helps Jubilee Havens in its mission to support human trafficking victims, giving them the best possible safe haven. Several speakers took the stage to discuss the organization’s future plans and other outreach programs. The event also hosted a lunch with a wide variety of teas and a…
With the overturn of Roe v. Wade, Catholic churches across the country are celebrating the decision. News 25 visited St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport to meet Father Ryan McCoy about his thoughts on the decision. Father McCoy says he never thought he’d see the day Roe v. Wade would be overturned, but he says “this is a major step…
Low riders and bass boosters rode into the Mississippi Coast Coliseum in Biloxi this weekend for the annual Scrapin’ the Coast. Guests from all over the country came to the Coast to take part in all the fun. Their were several events such as a drive-thru car show, a cornhole tournament, musical performances, award presentations, and more. Several organizations took…
We’re just days away from the 38th annual Our Lady of the Gulf Crab Fest in Bay St. Louis. Delicious crabs and seafood, rides, games, raffles, a fun run, you’ll find it all this weekend. Here to tell us more about why this festival is so important is the chair for the event Jimmy Osborne. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Our…
Today on Mom to Mom, we have an easy DIY 4th of July project for your kiddos. Tags: 4th of july, Mom to Mom
The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo is this weekend, with fishermen ready to reel in big prizes and maybe even a state record. The tournament runs July 1 to July 4 at Barksdale Pavillion in Jones Park. Fishing begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday and scales open at noon. Gates open at noon and close at 10:30 p.m. daily. Admission is…
An Upper level low-pressure over the north central Gulf of Mexico will continue to drift slowly westward over the next few days, with blocking pattern finally breaking down. Air-mass is going to remain pretty saturated over the next 3-5 days. If there`s going to be a “drier”, it’ll probably be on Tuesday, when there is a brief period where moisture flow…
The good news is that the threat of heat related issues has diminished for the next several days. However, that also means dealing with showers and thunderstorms, and the threats that they bring. Upper low-pressure over the north central Gulf of Mexico will continue to drift slowly westward over the next few days, with blocking pattern finally breaking down. Air-mass…
Tonight through Tuesday, an approaching frontal boundary mixed with Gulf moisture influx will enhance rain chances for our area tonight. And a lingering boundary will set up overnight through Tuesday, which will enhance rain chances for the area especially during the daytime heating hours daily. There is plenty of moisture availability thanks to the influx from the Gulf, and decent…
Heat will be the biggest concern through Saturday. There will be the potential for an isolated to scattered shower/storm tomorrow late afternoon and early evening, which could limit the heat potential. The main threats from these storms will be frequent lightning, hail, and gusty winds. Sunday, the high pressure starts to break down over the area. A plume of moisture in…
Last night, the Pensacola Blue Wahoos wrapped up the Southern League South First Half crown with a head-to-head win over the Biloxi Shuckers. But still three games left before the mid-way point of the season, and the Shuckers have a chance to finish above .500. Game four action on tap between the Shuckers and Blue Wahoos. Dillard walks it off…
Heat will be the biggest concern this afternoon through Saturday. The high pressure is still building/staying over our area, and general convection appears to be similar to yesterday, meaning an isolated t-storm could be possible, but most areas will be dry. As a result, heat index values are forecast to be above 108 with some locations, especially along the MS…
It’s National Pollinator Week. In honor of the annual event, the Mississippi Aquarium has decided to throw a pollinator party Saturday. The aquarium’s butterfly garden is located beside its founder’s wall. They’re hopeful party guests will spread their wings and learn more about the delicate insects. There will be a variety of guest educators like Rachel Bond with Pine Hill…
Ole Miss baseball is in the championship series for the first time in program history. Mike Bianco and his crew have been close so many times and a lot of the players on the current roster had to deal with some tough Super Regional losses, but now, for them it is all worth it. Ole Miss will play a best…
Jubilee Havens provides a safe haven for victims and survivors of human trafficking and to help raise awareness and money, they are hosting a Freedom Tea. The 4th annual Freedom Tea will showcase the services provided by Jubilee Havens including their whistle stop which is a temporary respite for victims rescued from human trafficking. The tea is a way to…
A press conference was held today at the Gautier Municipal Court announcing that the Gautier Police Department made the federal shortlist for critical equipment funding. The City of Gautier is in line for almost $507,000 in funding for essential equipment for the police department. The vital equipment includes dispatch radio systems and both body and vehicle cameras to ensure the…
Pro-Life Mississippi was excited about the decision made today in the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Case. Overturning the Roe and Casey decisions now returns the abortion issue back to the state legislatures where they expect a quick response to uphold the Mississippi laws against abortion. The organization expects the abortion industry to make every effort to avoid the…
The Supreme Court choosing to overturn Roe v. Wade has created a lot of noise in the state of Mississippi. The American Civil Liberties Union believes the ruling is shameful. ACLU sees the overturning as “an unprecedented attack on women’s rights and reproductive freedom.” They feel that this decision “is turning back the clock and putting Mississippi on the wrong…
Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith both gave statements regarding the reversal of Roe v. Wade. Senator Wicker authored a congressional brief supporting Mississippi’s case. He said the state should be proud of their role in the effort. Senator Wicker said he will continue to support efforts to protect unborn life at the federal level. Senator Hyde Smith gave the…