Morning Business Report: October 7th, 2021

Spirit Halloween and White Castle announce an exclusive line of Halloween costumes and toy companies are now talking about how long it might be for favorite toys to arrive in stores for Christmas. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Country Cruisin’ Breakfast at the Long Beach Yacht Club

The Long Beach Yacht Club was dishing out their Country Cruisin’ Breakfast this morning. Since 1999, the Long Beach Yacht Club has been serving breakfast during Cruisin’ the Coast. Their breakfast is popular among Cruisers as many come back year after year. It’s a buffet style breakfast serving all of the staples, like sausage, bacon, eggs, and biscuits and gravy….

MSDH reports 1,112 new COVID-19 cases and 10 deaths statewide

Today, MSDH is reporting an additional 1,112 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and ten deaths. Six of these deaths occurred between October 1st and October 5th and four deaths occurred between September 6th and September 29th, identified from death certificate reports. Mississippi’s total of COVID-19 cases is now 493,670 with 9,778 deaths. Categories: Local News, News Tags: COVID-19, health, MSDH

Biloxi Police investigating shooting at Cruisin’ The Coast

Biloxi Police are investigating a Wednesday night shooting at a Cruisin’ The Coast event on Beach Boulevard. Capt. Brian Dykes said Biloxi Dispatch received 911 calls about 9:48 p.m. about shots being fired in the 1600 block of Beach Boulevard. Officers found a male victim suffering from a gunshot would. The victim was taken to a local hospital in serious…

10/7 – Rob’s “Beautiful” Friday-Eve Morning forecast

High-pressure moving into the region along with a much drier air mass will dominate the forecast through the weekend. This will bring skies clear, and winds on the light side. A change from yesterday with model guidance now showing the disturbance to the east and beginning to dissipate out. Cold front will approach the NW region Sunday night into Monday with…

10/06 Ryan’s “More Fog” Wednesday Night Forecast

Beautiful days expected for the rest of the week, but the humid air will lead to more fog in the cooler morning hours.

We saw more blue skies today and will see even more in the days ahead, but we’re still going to be in for more morning fog. This air won’t be much drier at the surface though, so don’t expect a “fall-like” day as it’ll be more “early summer-like.” That means it’ll still be on the humid side, so fog is…

Southern Miss making good use of quarterback depth

Six weeks into the college football season, Southern Miss is already on quarterback number four. Yet the Golden Eagles almost won their first conference game of the year against Rice on Saturday. Jack Walker, Trey Lowe III, now Ty Keyes, out with a left ankle injury that will keep him sidelined for multiple weeks, all out of action for USM….

Seven Coast players selected for Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Game

Seven seniors from the six coastal counties have been selected for the Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Game. Going in alphabetical order, let’s start with D’Iberville’s Colton Deshazo. A converted tight-end now playing half back, Deshazo leads the Warriors in receiving and is second in rushing with 470 total yards and three scores on 60 touches. Next up is George County’s Marquez ‘MoJo’…

National Coffee with a Cop Day

Today is National Coffee with a Cop Day. The D’Iberville Police Department was at Whataburger in D’Iberville enjoying coffee, food, and conversation with members of the community. National Coffee with a Cop Day is a day dedicated to encouraging communication and positive interactions between law enforcement agencies and the public. The day began as part of National Community Policing Week…

Blessing of the Classics in Diamondhead

Cruisin’ the Coast spans 11 cities in South Mississippi and one of its now signature events takes place in the City of Diamondhead: Blessing of the Classics. Over 250 cars paraded seven miles through Diamondhead to be blessed by local faith leaders. Prayers were said over the cars asking for the safety as drivers take to the roads to explore…

Community continues Hurricane Ida relief aid

The City of Gulfport continues to aid Louisiana victims of Hurricane Ida as it collects supplies at its fire stations. School supplies are now needed in Lafourche Parish as kids return to school amid recovery efforts. Any Gulfport Fire Station can be used as a drop off site. The city is encouraging donations of anything that can be found in…

10/06 Ryan’s “Blue Skies” Wednesday Evening Forecast

More blue skies ahead as we finish off the week, but it won't be much less humid.

We saw more blue skies today and will see even more in the days ahead as drier air takes hold. This air won’t be much drier at the surface though, so don’t expect a “fall-like” day as it’ll be more “early summer-like.” That means it’ll still be on the humid side, so fog is still possible in calm, cooler inland…

Vicari Auto Auction kicks off at Coast Coliseum

The Vicari Auction Company is driving big spenders to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum where it’s holding the Cruisin’ the Coast 25th anniversary sale. The trading done in the coliseum’s convention center is a spectacle for some. For others, it is a way of life. Frenetic auctioneers sold classic car memorabilia to enthusiasts who have arrived on the Coast from all…

Hot rod buyers and sellers gather at the Car Corral

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Corvette Club is back at Cruisin’ the Coast for their annual Car Corral. If you are looking to buy or sell a hot rod, look no further than the annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Corvette Club’s Car Corral. The Car Corral is located just east of Treasure Bay Casino on Highway 90 in Biloxi. People from across…

Blessing of the Classics

Cruisin’ the Coast spans 11 cities in South Mississippi and one of its signature events takes place in the City of Diamondhead. Hundreds of cars parade around the city for the Blessing of the Classic Cars. News 25’s Grace Boyles has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Blessing of the Classics, Cruisin’ the Coast

The future of the automobile industry

Cruisin’ the Coast is all about vintage and antique cars, but Mississippi Power, in partnership with Electric Car Guest Drive, wanted to showcase the future of cars. With more car manufacturers pushing for electric vehicles, Mississippi Power, along with Electric Car Guest Drive, allowed those attending Cruisin’ the Coast to test out a range of electric vehicles. Those who already…

Cristy Lee comes to the Coast to join the Cruisin’ fun

Special guest Cristy Lee has made her way down to the Gulf Coast again to take part in the Cruisin’ festivities. Lee is best known for being one-third of Motor Trend’s ‘All Girls Garage Show’ as well as a star on ‘Garage Squad.’ She made her first stop this year at the Biloxi Block Party this afternoon where she signed…

Cruisin’ the Coast: Biloxi Block Party

Downtown Biloxi is always packed with cool cars during their annual Block Party. The Biloxi Block Party runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and cars are lined up and down Lameuse Street for the event. As any experienced Cruiser would tell you, in order to secure a prime parking spot for the event, you’re going to have to get…

Morning Business Report: October 6th, 2021

Pepsi is warning of price increases amid greater demand and the Facebook Whistleblower’s testimony could lead to tougher tech laws. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Sock Hop and open cruise-in at VFW Post 2434

There is no shortage of activities on the Mississippi Gulf Coast this week. VFW Post 2434 is holding a sock hop and open cruise-in. Jim Strzalkowski and Chris Walton with the VFW are in studio with more. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: cruise-in, Cruisin’ the Coast, sock hop, VFW Post 2434