coronavirus

Hancock County community masks giveaway

Over in Hancock County, community leaders are also making sure their residents are safe by giving out free masks. The Hancock County Community masks drive thru giveaway will take place Saturday July 11th across multiple locations around Hancock County including…

Biloxi mayor encourages everyone to wear a face mask

The mayor of Biloxi is getting serious about having everyone wear a mask. Last night, Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich took to Facebook to voice his concerns and he launched a new campaign called ‘Mask up Biloxi,’ encouraging all citizens to…

Governor Tate Reeves addresses COVID-19 spikes

The full reopening of the state of Mississippi has been put on pause. For weeks, Governor Tate Reeves said the plan was to fully reopen the state of Mississippi by July 1st. That is no longer happening now that Mississippi…

COVID-19: 680 new cases, 14 new deaths statewide

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 680 new coronavirus cases in our state and 14 new deaths including one in Harrison County. The statewide total stands at 27,247 confirmed cases and 1,073 deaths. Here are the numbers for our…

COVID-19: 675 new cases, 20 new deaths statewide

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 675 new coronavirus cases in our state today, along with 20 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 26,567 confirmed cases and 1,059 deaths. Here are the numbers for our area: Hancock County…

Southern Miss cancels commencement set for August

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (AP) — Class of 2020 graduates from the University of Southern Mississippi are facing yet another delay in getting their diplomas. The university said Friday that it was forced to cancel graduation ceremonies that had been scheduled for…

Bill proposes $50M to expand broadband access for students

By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Legislation in the Mississippi House proposes using $50 million of the state’s federal coronavirus relief funding to improve broadband access for students in underserved areas during the pandemic. “These kids have…

COVID-19: 1,092 new cases, five new deaths state wide

Today, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported a record number of coronavirus cases in our state. They reported 1,092 new cases of COVID-19 and five new deaths. The statewide total stands at 24,516 cases and 1,016 deaths. Here are…

COVID-19: 526 new cases, 22 new deaths statewide

Yesterday, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported the latest coronavirus cases and deaths in our state. They reported 526 new cases of COVID-19 and 22 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 23,424 cases and 1,011 deaths. Here are…

Upcoming COVID-19 testing events in Jackson County

The number of coronavirus cases is still on the rise. This week, we’ve seen the largest single day jump of confirmed cases in Mississippi. The increase in confirmed coronavirus cases is why local healthcare experts say it is now more…

Plasma donations helping COVID-19 patients

The Red Cross has been stepping up in the fight against COVID-19 in numerous ways, but they can’t do it alone and need your help. In coordination with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Red Cross is seeking people…

CDC to make updated recommendation on masks ‘soon’

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is planning to update its recommendation on masks. CDC researchers have been conducting a scientific review about the masks during the coronavirus pandemic. Scientists wanted to find out if masks protect people…

COVID-19: 489 new cases, 23 new deaths statewide

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 489 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 23 new deaths. However, 16 of those new deaths are from between May 23rd and June 11th, including one in Hancock County and one…

Red Cross testing blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies

Yesterday the American Red Cross began testing all blood, platelet, and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. During these unprecedented times officials with the Red Cross hope that testing for COVID-19 antibodies will provide donors with insight into whether they may…

COVID-19: 353 new cases and 20 new deaths

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 353 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 20 new deaths including 24 new cases reported within our six southern counties. The statewide total stands at 20,152 cases and 915 deaths. In…

COVID-19: 283 new cases, four new deaths statewide

The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 283 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and four new deaths. That includes 37 new cases reported within our six southern counties. The statewide total stands at 19,799 cases and 895 deaths.…

COVID-19: 608 new cases, 13 deaths statewide

The latest number of COVID-19 cases has been released today after technical problems. As of today, the Mississippi State Department of Health reported 608 new cases of COVID-19 in the state and 13 deaths. The statewide total stands at 19,091…