Federal defense officials visit Keesler Air Force Base
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Federal defense officials made a visit to Keesler Air Force Base this week. Acting Assistant of Defense for Health Affairs' Dr. Stephen Ferrara toured the…
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Local students build boats and race for Free STEM Saturday
A unique learning opportunity was held for South Mississippi youth as they explore the worlds of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Presented by the Department of…
Reeves creates Governor’s Office of Military Affairs, appoints director
Gov. Tate Reeves on Wednesday announced the creation of the Governor’s Office of Military Affairs, within the Mississippi Development Authority, to coordinate our military and national security efforts in and around the state. The office will align and integrate the…
Gulfport CAO Kelly to retire June 30
Dr. John R. Kelly, City of Gulfport Chief Administrative Officer, will retire after 15 years with the city, effective June 30. Kelly has served Gulfport, and more broadly the Coast, as a community leader committed to improving the quality of…
Biden makes pitch for retired general to be Pentagon chief
WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden is making his case for retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin to be secretary of defense. Biden urges Congress to waive a legal prohibition against a recently serving military officer running the Pentagon. With concern rising in Congress about maintaining civilian control of the military, Biden is suggesting he feels […]
Department of Defense putting safety measures in place at Seabee Base
As those at the Seabee Base are mourning the loss of one of their own, they are also taking precautions when it comes to preventing the spread of COVID-19. The Department of Defense has put numerous safety measures in place…
Coast to Hire Military Consultant
Tuesday, city councils throughout Harrison County voted to fund a Washington D.C. consultant to come down to south Mississippi.