Hot temperatures and high humidity will peak this weekend, leading to some dangerously hot weather. We saw some of that weather today as a few areas climbed to near 108 on the heat index. That’s high enough to trigger a heat advisory, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see another over the weekend. That means while this weekend will be…
With the number of COVID cases on the rise in South Mississippi, Memorial Hospital in Gulfport has opened more vaccination sites to help increase the population of vaccinated Coast residents. As of today, Memorial Hospital is reporting 29 COVID-19 patients, nine of which are in the ICU. With the delta variant popping up across the nation and the state, Memorial…
The new year-round school schedule in the Gulfport School District could confuse drivers as school zones have become active earlier than usual. The Gulfport Police Department wants to bring safety awareness to drivers and students to avoid any accidents. If you are caught speeding through a school zone, you will receive a fine. Motorists should also remember that passing a…
Today, MSDH is reporting an additional 1,317 cases of COVID-19 in Mississippi and eight deaths. Mississippi’s total of COVID-19 cases is now 333, 180 with 7,502 deaths. Among cases and deaths already reported, MSDH has identified five additional COVID-19 cases in residents of long-term care facilities and two deaths. There are currently 62 ongoing outbreaks of COVID-19 in long-term care…
Families and kids had some fun in the sun today as part of a summer enrichment program in D’Iberville. The Mississippi Center for Autism and Related Development Disabilities held their first-ever summer fun day for their summer clients. Kids had the chance to cool off from the heat on the water slide and participate in interactive events like potato sack…
Coast Transit Authority has been offering free rides all day. Free rides were offered on all services they operate which includes trolleys, the beachcomber, the casino hopper, as well as its hybrid buses. CTA wanted locals to experience how riding public transportation can save you money, boost the economy, and promote a greener community. The free rides were also a…
School is in session for the ten schools in the Gulfport School District. Thursday marked the return of sixth and ninth graders while today was the first day back to school for the rest of the district. Gulfport is one of the few school districts in Mississippi returning to school early this year on a flexible schedule. Bayou View Elementary…
Health screenings are free at Walmart Saturday, July 24th until 2 p.m. More than 4,700 Walmart pharmacies will offer free glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index, and vision screenings. The pharmacy team will also offer ‘affordable immunizations’ as well as educational health resources and consultations. Immunizations covered during the event include measles, mumps, rubella, chickenpox, HPV, tetanus, and whooping…
On the last day of their summer program, the Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County took time to show its appreciation for members of the community that has helped make the program possible, including Supervisor Melton Harris. This afternoon, the Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County recognized Moss Point and Jackson County leaders for their help with getting…
Many gathered at the Jackson County Civic Center to lay to rest Jackson County Supervisor Melton Harris Jr. Harris was first elected to the board in 2008, representing Moss Point and parts of Pascagoula, and was serving as the board’s president at the time of his death. Harris served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War era, earning an…
CASA in Hancock County is holding its eighth annual Poker Run. Here to tell us all about it, we’ve got two of the event title sponsors, Brittanny Fortmayer and April Parker. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: CASA of Hancock County, Poker Run
Today through the weekend HEAT will be the primary concern. At this time it appears that today – Sunday has the best chance of seeing heat index values approaching the 110 mark and greater. With high temperatures expected to max out in the low 90s and no dry air expected heat index values should be at the least comparable to…
Drier today as we didn’t see much rain, but that led to some sweltering conditions with heat indices near 105! That sadly is “the rub” when it comes to our weather. When it gets hot enough, the sea-breeze circulation develops to help keep the inland area cooler with a few spotty showers. On days like today where drier air is…
Like most every team in 2020, the Biloxi Indians had their fair share of highs and lows, but it’s those highs that are starting to define the recent success of the program. So, let’s jump right in at stop number one where making history is always part of the discussion. “We talk every year about making history, making history at…
Some belated praise for Gulfport alum Dillion Brown, now at Point University in Georgia, one of nine players named to the NAIA Gold Glove team one month ago today. In 2020, the junior started 45 games and played in 47, holding down the center outfield spot with a fielding percentage of .992, five outfield assists, and only one error. At…
Two Big 12 powers are reportedly looking to jump ship and are eyeing the SEC as an alternative conference affiliation. The Houston Chronicle first reported Wednesday that Texas and Oklahoma both reached out to the Southeastern Conference about joining the league. The last time Texas was exploring free agency, it sparked a series of conference realignments amongst college sports. Conference…
A local Girl Scout troop is having a great time in the name of an even better cause. This Saturday, Troop 3581 is participating in Questfest, a virtual scavenger hunt app for Girl Scout troops around the country. When the app goes live Saturday, there is a limited amount of time to complete quests which are challenges the girls finish…
Tonight, the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce hosted their July Business After Hours at the Merchants and Marine Bank on Bienville Boulevard. The social networking event allows local business owners and staff to connect, support each other, and become familiar with other businesses in the area. This month, the Merchants and Marine Bank was the highlighted business. With the re-branding…
The non-profit ‘End it for Good’ put on an event this evening for the Gulf Coast community to openly discuss alternatives to the drug war. The Mississippi-based organization hosts discussions across the state to explore how addressing drug use and addiction as health issues could reduce crime, overdose, and deaths. Featured speakers and ‘End it for Good’ founder Christina Dent…
Didn’t see much rain today, but that led to some sweltering conditions with heat indices near 105! That sadly is “the rub” when it comes to our weather. When it gets hot enough, the sea-breeze circulation develops to help keep the inland area cooler with a few spotty showers. On days like today where drier air is limiting that afternoon…
This Saturday, the Gulfport community is coming together to beautify its neighborhoods. Gulfport Police Department is working with Extend a Hand, Help a Friend for their monthly community cleanup. They will be cleaning up the area around Prudie Circle. Anyone who wants to join can meet in the parking lot of the Goldin Sports Complex located at 12136 Prudie Circle…
Twenty-three women graduated from the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, a program through the Mississippi Regional Housing Authority VIII. FSS is a program that enables HUD-assisted families to increase their earned income and reduce their dependency on welfare assistance and rental subsidies. For the past several years, the participants entered into various community colleges and trade schools to help benefit themselves and…
Today was the first day of school for sixth and ninth graders in the Gulfport School District. This year, class is starting earlier than normal for the Gulfport School District because they have adapted a new flex schedule. Students are still in school for their typical 180 days, but the weeks that are taken away from their summer will be…
If you have a golf cart in Biloxi and want to ride on neighborhood streets, here are some helpful safety tips and requirements you’ll need to know. Biloxi has legalized the use of approved low-speed vehicles, primarily golf carts, on city streets with limits of 25 MPH or lower, but it’s not just a matter of jumping in the golf…