Jackson County Sheriff's Race
With only a day left, incumbent Sheriff Mike Ezell and Pascagoula Officer Bob Cochran hit the streets one last time, vying for the public’s vote in tomorrow’s election.
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Jackson County Gets Ready for Elections
The Election Commission is busy prepping for the big day. Today, they’ve been busy packing up the ballot bags for each district.
Fatal Car Crash in Jackson County
Less than 24 hours after the tragic car accident that killed 48-year-old Millicent Sue Smith, mourners have placed flowers and balloons at the site of the crash.
Victim in Fatal Jackson County Crash Identified
The man who died in a single vehicle accident on interstate 10 in Jackson County yesterday has been identified as 47-year-old Timothy Michael Strege.
Jackson County Circuit Clerk Joe Martin to Retire at the End of the Year
After 36 years of serving Jackson County, Circuit Clerk Joe Martin will retire at the end of this year.
Body of Missing Man Found in Jackson County
The body of a missing 78 year old man was found this morning in Vancleave.
Four Jackson County Students Receive Scholarships from Mississippi Association of Supervisors
Four out of 15 Mississippi Association of Supervisors scholarships were awarded to students from Jackson County.
Jackson County Board of Supervisors Host ‘Meet and Greet’ with SRHS Officials Next Week
The Jackson County Board of Supervisors is inviting state lawmakers and the public to a “meet and greet” with Singing River Hospital officials next Monday.
Jackson County Board of Supervisors Filing Suit against SRHS Former Audit Firm
Today, the Jackson County Board of Supervisors announced they are moving forward with a lawsuit against Singing River Health Systems’ former audit firm.
Fire in St. Martin Destroys Home
Today, a St. Martin family of five have lost their home, but escaped with their lives.
Jackson County Voters Have Approved the Tourism Tax
Jackson County voters have approved a 2% tourism tax. Residents took to the polls today on the issue, which received an overwhelming support by voters. Roughly 71% were in favor versus 28.89% against it.
Tourism Tax Election Takes Place Tomorrow
Tomorrow, Jackson County residents will head to the polls to vote on a 2% tax on tourism.
Twenty Mortar Pyrotechnic Shells Stolen in Jackson County
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is warning the public about the danger surrounding the theft of 22 mortar pyrotechnic shells.
Graveline Bridge in Jackson County to be Renovated
A small bridge in Jackson County on Graveline Road at LaMotte Bayou will soon receive a much needed makeover.
Tourism Tax Looks to Increase Visitors to the Coast
Tourism is an important part of the Gulf Coast’s economy and a proposed tax in Jackson County will help more people than ever before find their way to South Mississippi as a vacation destination.
SRHS Retirees Say One County Worker is a Conflict of Interest
At today’s Jackson County Board of Supervisors meeting, the retirees asked for one county worker to step down, citing a conflict of interest, but the supervisors disagreed.
First Responders Honored at Appreciation Dinner
As a way to show respect to first responders in Jackson County, the Pascagoula Keesler Federal Credit Union branch and Hilton Garden Inn gave away awards to men who go above and beyond for their community.
Special Election for Tourism Tax Ready for June 23rd Date
In less than two weeks, Jackson County will hold a special election to vote on whether or not to impose a 2 % tourism tax.
Jackson County Teens Arrested for Burglary
Two teenage boys are facing serious charges today in a ring of car thefts and burglaries.
DeMorst Found Guilty of Capital Murder in the Death of Hunter Miller
Today Jackson County jurors found Nicholas Marcel DeMorst guilty of capital murder in the shooting death of Hunter Miller.
Jackson County Murder Trial Continues
The capital murder trial in the death of Hunter Miller is going on in Jackson County.
Man Arrested for Stealing Jackson County Police Car
A D’iberville man is in jail facing charges of carjacking and felony pursuit.
Lt. Gov Tate Reeves Visits Jackson County
There was plenty to talk about at Jackson County Economic Development’s spring investor’s meeting today, as Jackson County continues to sit in the driver’s seat of Mississippi’s economic engine.
Suspects Arrested in Jackson County Armed Robbery
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department has arrested two suspects on charges of armed robbery.