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Proposed Restaurants Act provides $25B in relief if U.S. Congress approves

March 2, 2021

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A devastating number of small, locally-owned restaurants have not been able to withstand the financial storm unleashed by COVID. Mississippi’s United States Senator Roger Wicker has set the table for some possible much needed relief for restaurants and other similar establishments through the Restaurants Act U.S. Congress is now considering. COVID’s effects have been far-reaching, something South Mississippi business owners…

Pet of the Week: Cobb needs a loving home

March 2, 2021

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Today’s Pet of the Week is Cobb, a five-year-old, 60-pound, heartworm negative pup who loves living life to the fullest. He comes off as a bit high strung when you first see him in his kennel, but as soon as you get him outdoors in a fenced area he turns into the perfect dog. Cobb knows how to sit for…

Black Beach Weekend rescheduled to August 2021

March 2, 2021

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The COVID-19 pandemic has forced the rescheduling of another annual event. Black Beach Weekend has been a major event on the Gulf Coast since 2014. Events usually kick off the second week of April, but due to COVID-19, organizers say all events are now scheduled for August 27th, 28th, and the 29th. The new dates come with a new name…

Gulfport School District vaccinating teachers

March 2, 2021

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With Mississippi teachers becoming eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine on Monday, the Gulfport School District distributed vaccines to teachers with the help of their community partners. Gulfport Central Middle School Teacher Haley Whittermore said, “I got the vaccine today on my arm. It was great to get it because we have been waiting on it. All of the teachers…

Body of missing Pascagoula boater found

March 2, 2021

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After almost 48 hours, authorities have found the body of the missing boater in Pascagoula. Fifty-four year-old Grady ‘Buck’ Williams was last seen Sunday when he reportedly lost control of his boat near Pascagoula Point Park and went missing after attempting to swim back to it. The Department of Marine Resources located his body in Yazoo Bayou which runs into…

OSSD employees to receive COVID-19 vaccinations

March 2, 2021

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Employees with the Ocean Springs School District are excited to partner up with Singing River Health System Thursday to receive their first dose of a COVID-19 vaccine. More than 200 Pfizer first dose COVID vaccines will be administered to those who signed up. Now, convenience is key when it comes to the vaccinations. That’s why the time slot is from…

MSDH reports 301 new COVID-19 cases and 44 new deaths

March 2, 2021

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The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 301 new COVID-19 cases and 44 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 295,295 cases and 6,724 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area: Hancock County has 3,479 cases and 75 deaths Harrison County is at 16,722 total cases and now 280 deaths Jackson County has 12,592…

Rep. Steven Palazzo accused of ethics violations by the Office of Congressional Ethics

March 2, 2021

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Mississippi Representative Steven Palazzo is accused of ethics violations by the Office of Congressional Ethics. According to our media partner, the Sun Herald, the Office of Congressional Ethics says there is ‘substantial’ evidence to suggest that U.S. Representative Steven Palazzo converted campaign finance funds for personal use. In a report released March 1st, 2021 by the OCE, Palazzo is accused…

Preparations underway for Fort Bayou Drawbridge closure in Ocean Springs

March 1, 2021

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Ocean Springs is preparing for the impending Fort Bayou Drawbridge closure which is scheduled to take place at the mid-point of this month. MDOT has announced the bridge will be closed to replace bridge shafts and is expected to last around 45 days. In the meantime, the city is notifying residents of detour routes through Highway 57 and Highway 90…

Singing River hosting job fair for the Environmental Services

March 1, 2021

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Singing River is hiring! The environment services department is looking to hire about 30 people this week. Today in Gulfport, Singing River hosted the first of three job fairs this week. The environmental services team is looking to hire eight to ten people per location. All that’s needed to apply is a GED or high school diploma, ID, and social…

NOAA considering earlier official start date for hurricane season

March 1, 2021

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The official start of hurricane season could be earlier this year. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced they will consider an earlier official start date. Hurricane season in the Atlantic Basin usually runs from June through November. The revised season would begin May 15th. Devastating early storms in the last nine years are driving NOAA to take a look…

Construction begins on Bayview Boardwalk project in Biloxi

March 1, 2021

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Progress is being made on a new recreational development located on the Back Bay of Biloxi. Construction has begun on the Bayview Boardwalk project which will run as a concrete walkway from the Forest Avenue fishing pier all the way to Kensington Drive. Right now, the project has an estimated completion date of September and crews are currently putting sheet…

Filing your 2020 tax returns with Mercy Housing in Gulfport

March 1, 2021

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Just 45 days left to go as the clock ticks down to the April 15th deadline to file your 2020 tax returns. The sooner the better, especially considering the likely next round of stimulus money that may be approved. Mercy Housing in Gulfport is now accepting tax returns for the 2020 VITA tax filing program, but there are a few…

Teachers, first responders now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

March 1, 2021

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Teachers and first responders joined the line to get their COVID vaccinations today. Today marked the first day teachers and responders were added to the those eligible to get the COVID vaccination throughout the state in Mississippi. Leaders of the Coast Coliseum tell News 25 the process has been going pretty smoothly since they opened up part of the coliseum…

MSDH reports 199 new COVID-19 cases and no new deaths

March 1, 2021

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The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 199 new COVID-19 cases and no new deaths. The statewide total stands at 294,994 cases and 6,681 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area: Hancock County has 3,473 cases and 74 deaths Harrison County is at 16,710 cases and now 278 deaths Jackson County has 12,592 cases…

Search continues for missing man after accidental drowning in Pascagoula

March 1, 2021

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The search continued today for a missing boater in Jackson County. Sunday at 3 p.m., Marine Patrol responded to an unmanned fishing vessel in Yazoo Bayou across from the Point Pier in Pascagoula. Officers obtained video footage and noticed the owner lost control of his boat and then attempted to swim after the boat. He was seen on video going…

Women’s History Month: Growth in women business owners, address pay gap

March 1, 2021

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Knowing that March is Women’s History Month, it’s time to put a spotlight on women making history in South Mississippi. Things have changed in terms of women taking charge and leading the way in many ways in South Mississippi. For example, it is not unusual to see more female driven prominent roles in the business world. Currently in the United…

Gulfport residents came out to eat at the Scratch Kitchen food truck

March 1, 2021

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Long lines awaited customers at the Scratch Kitchen food truck in Gulfport Sunday afternoon. The Scratch Kitchen was established in May 2020 after Owner Brittany Alexander took a road trip across country. The food truck has a home location in Ocean Springs, but travels to different areas along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Scratch Kitchen is known for its signature…

Harrah’s Gulf Coast held a job fair this weekend

March 1, 2021

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Harrah’s Gulf Coast held a job fair for seasonal pool positions Saturday inside Magnolia House. Harrah’s was seeking to fill over 20 positions. The job fair offered an exclusive opportunity for onsite interviews with department leaders for full and part-time positions including pool bartenders, pool security, pool attendants, pool servers, and more. Many candidates were offered positions on the spot….

Mystic Moon Festival took place at Beauvoir this weekend

March 1, 2021

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Families were able to get out and enjoy the weather this weekend as Emerald Coast Productions held their inaugural Mystic Moon Festival at Beauvoir. Over 20 vendors participated in the festival including two food vendors. Entertainment was provided by The Jollies, Red McWilliams, and the Gypsy Chicks. A little magic was performed with a contortionist, magician, Juggler Joey 5, along…

Veterans receive COVID vaccine at the Biloxi VA Medical Center

March 1, 2021

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The Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System held its second mass COVID-19 vaccination event at the Biloxi VA Medical Center over the weekend. “I felt really good about it today.” L’Quitha Brock and other veterans rolled up their sleeves, ready to help stop the spread of the coronavirus by taking the first dose of the vaccination. Getting the COVID vaccine…

Empire Fighting Championship returns to the Biloxi Civic Center

February 26, 2021

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MMA fans on the Gulf Coast are in for a treat Saturday. Empire Fighting Championship has returned for the ninth time to hold another action-packed event. Thirty fighters will participate in 15 different fights during the show at the Biloxi Civic Center. Empire Fighting Championships Promotor Kristian Guirola says they are operating within COVID guidelines, but still expect a great…

COVID-19 update from Singing River Health System

February 26, 2021

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Singing River Health System is sharing some encouraging news in the continued fight against COVID-19 here on the Coast. In an update released by CEO Lee Bond, Singing River says they’re caring for just 21 COVID-positive inpatients across the system’s hospital, compared to nearly 100 patients two weeks ago. They also have no patients on ventilators as of right now….

Harrah’s Gulf Coast Job Fair Saturday

February 26, 2021

WXXV Staff,

Harrah’s Gulf Coast will host a job fair for seasonal pool positions inside Magnolia House tomorrow from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Harrah’s is looking to fill over 20 positions. The job fair offers an exclusive opportunity for onsite interviews with department leaders for full and part-time positions including pool bartenders, pool security, pool attendants, pool servers, and more. Harrah’s…

Proposed Restaurants Act provides $25B in relief if U.S. Congress approves

Pet of the Week: Cobb needs a loving home

Black Beach Weekend rescheduled to August 2021

Gulfport School District vaccinating teachers

Body of missing Pascagoula boater found

OSSD employees to receive COVID-19 vaccinations

MSDH reports 301 new COVID-19 cases and 44 new deaths

Rep. Steven Palazzo accused of ethics violations by the Office of Congressional Ethics

Preparations underway for Fort Bayou Drawbridge closure in Ocean Springs

Singing River hosting job fair for the Environmental Services

NOAA considering earlier official start date for hurricane season

Construction begins on Bayview Boardwalk project in Biloxi

Filing your 2020 tax returns with Mercy Housing in Gulfport

Teachers, first responders now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine

MSDH reports 199 new COVID-19 cases and no new deaths

Search continues for missing man after accidental drowning in Pascagoula

Women’s History Month: Growth in women business owners, address pay gap

Gulfport residents came out to eat at the Scratch Kitchen food truck

Harrah’s Gulf Coast held a job fair this weekend

Mystic Moon Festival took place at Beauvoir this weekend

Veterans receive COVID vaccine at the Biloxi VA Medical Center

Empire Fighting Championship returns to the Biloxi Civic Center

COVID-19 update from Singing River Health System

Harrah’s Gulf Coast Job Fair Saturday

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