Mississippi Power and Southern Company announced this morning a partnership to build the first smart neighborhood in the world exclusively featuring the Tesla solar roof in Lauderdale County. Enzor Place Homes will feature power wall batteries, energy efficient equipment and appliances, and smart home automation. Earlier this summer, Mississippi Power and Tesla installed the first solar roof in the state…
They say that Real Men Wear Pink and earlier this evening those men were honored for their contributions in the fight against breast cancer. Twenty-eight ambassadors from the Coast raised over $100,000 this year for the American Cancer Society’s Real Men Wear Pink campaign. Among pink lighting and in front of community members dedicated to breast cancer awareness, those men…
A Long Beach mother-daughter florist team has been given the chance of a lifetime. A touch of Long Beach will be on display at the nation’s capital this holiday season where Long Beach florists Theresa Cuevas and her daughter Courtney Cuevas will take their decorating talents to the White House. Both Cuevases applied separately for the unique opportunity to assist…
Local organizations are doing all they can to make sure no one on the Gulf Coast goes hungry this Thanksgiving. Feeding the Gulf Coast in partnership with Southeastern Grocers is hosting a drive-thru food distribution for approximately 500 families Wednesday in Biloxi. Each family will receive necessary food items to make a traditional Thanksgiving meal, including a turkey. Vice President…
This week’s Pet of the Week is Kealer, a male pointer/lab mix about two years old. He is good with kids and dogs. Kealer is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots. He walks great on a leash, likes to ride in a car, and is crate trained. You can find Kealer at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Categories:…
Teachers and staff at D’Iberville Elementary were decked out in blue this afternoon after receiving one of the highest awards a school can earn. The school held a celebration event in recognition of their 2020 National Blue Ribbon Award and was recognized with a proclamation by the City of D’Iberville and a letter from President Donald Trump. Blue Ribbon Awards…
Students at Our Lady of Fatima Elementary chased the turkey today at their inaugural Turkey Trot. The Turkey Trot is a one mile run where students chased their running club coach, also known as the turkey. OLF’s Running Club had planned on participating in the mayor’s cup but plans changed because of COVID. The Turkey Trot was a way for…
November marks six years since Kimberly Watts was murdered in her Long Beach home. In that time, no arrests have been made. Her murder shocked and devastated those who knew her. Forty-eight year-old Kimberly Watts was many things: a nurse at Memorial Hospital, a devoted mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. Though her life ended tragically, her family will always…
The Mississippi Highway Patrol investigated a fatal crash that happened on Highway 43 near Burnt Bridge Road in Pearl River County claiming the lives of two juveniles. It appeared a vehicle was traveling south when it crashed into three juveniles that were walking in the southbound lane of Highway 43. Two of the juveniles, 13-year-old Gavin Bennett and 17-year-old Brandon…
With winter approaching and hopefully consistently cooler weather, you might want to ditch your sandals for some sneakers and join the Gulf Coast Running Club. The club has been established for over 30 years and puts on multiple races throughout the Coast. They strive to build relationships between individuals encouraging health and fitness. They are also less than a month…
The holidays are typically a time for joy, but for many they can bring mixed emotions of sadness over loss of a loved one, memories of past holidays, pressure to be happy, or financial stress. This year is no exception, especially with the added pandemic, many are planning on spending the holidays alone to help slow the spread of the…
Gulfport police have identified Tracey Leon McKinney as the man dead in an officer-involved shooting. The shooting took place last Friday near the intersection of Glover Street and Adams Avenue in Gulfport around 4:45 p.m. Gulfport police officers responded to a call of shots fired. Upon arrival, those officers observed a female lying on the ground with an apparent gun…
The Biloxi Police Department needs your help identifying two people wanted for questioning. The suspects are wanted in reference to a burglary that occurred at the 1800 block of Beach Boulevard in Biloxi on November 11th. Anyone with information regarding this incident or any other incidents should contact the Biloxi Police Department at 228-435-6112. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags:…
The Singing River Health System is celebrating the addition of another facility to service patients in the North Gulfport area. Singing River Health System rolled out the red carpet for its newest care facility on the Coast. “It was a perfect fit. It was like it was meant to be.” Representatives from Singing River and Ochsner Health cut the ribbon…
Gulfport residents are still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Zeta including disabled vet Brian McDowell. During Zeta, a tree fell on McDowell’s mobile home and cracked the roof on his and his wife’s bedroom. McDowell says he waited five days after the storm to report the damage to Harrison County because he knew they would be overwhelmed with reports….
Hurricane Zeta left many things on the Coast battered and destroyed including multiple traffic signals some of which are still not back up and running. In a continued effort to restore traffic signals along the Coast, Biloxi Public Works Department assisted Gulfport Monday morning to get signals at Debuys and Pass roads back working. The City of Biloxi also announced…
First it was quarantine snacks, then hurricane snacks, and now we have Thanksgiving and Christmas around the corner. If you’re thinking of a healthier lifestyle for your New Year’s resolution check out the ‘Y Fit’ Program. Starting January 9th, with weigh-ins one week prior, the YMCA’s ‘Y Fit’ program is an eight-week fitness challenge geared to creating a healthier you….
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 589 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths. The statewide total stands at 134,898 confirmed cases and 3,545 deaths. Here are the numbers for our area: Hancock County has 1,071 cases and 34 deaths Harrison County has 6,453 cases and 101 deaths Jackson County has 5,763 cases and 105 deaths Stone County has…
The holiday season is here, a time for giving thanks and sending love to friends and family, but for many the holiday season is a golden opportunity for theft. This year, more than ever, many are taking their shopping online to stay safe from coronavirus which means thieves can expect a plethora of packages at residents’ doorsteps. To keep gifts…
One of the most cherished parks in the City of Gulfport was heavily damaged during Hurricane Zeta. Jones Park is currently closed as repairs are underway. You might be wondering what will happen to the park’s newest attraction Zeta brought along with a boat resting on the fence of the harbor. A contractor is coming out to restore the marina…
It’s drop-off week for ‘Operation Christmas Child’s’ annual shoebox distribution. Due to COVID-19, this year’s drop-off is curbside only at 11 locations throughout the Gulf Coast. In just a few weeks, ‘Operation Christmas Child’ will make a difference in the lives of countless children around the world with their annual shoebox donation. But first local volunteers like the ones at…
Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves says he’s releasing information about his state budget proposals for the year that begins July 1st. He says his ideas include the possible elimination of the state income tax. Legislators often ignore budget proposals from any governor. Reeves could be facing bigger challenges than usual because of uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The individual income…
Harrison County Fire Rescue is on the scene of multiple wildland fire incidents. The largest is off of Reese Drive in the Saucier community. Official ask the public to please use extreme caution when burning trash and debris. Officials state that citizens should remember that they are responsible for any damages or injuries that result from any fire they start….
Captain Al’s restaurant hosted a classic car, bike, jeep, and truck show over the weekend while getting the community to donate toys for kids this Christmas season. Captain Al hosted the second annual ‘Toys for Tots’ Fundraiser this weekend. Boxes and boxes of toys, bikes, and prizes were donated for children in need. Captain Al says he was never prepared…