Jackson woman wins 2023 Nissan from Mississippi Lottery
One lucky woman drove away from Gulfport Nissan in a brand new truck, thanks to the Mississippi Lottery Corporation! Cassandra Woods of Jackson is the winner of a 2023 Nissan Titan…
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The Fly Llama hosting Brews & Tattoos this Saturday
This Saturday from noon until 7, The Fly Llama is hosting Brews & Tattoos. Tattoos will be available first come, first serve. Tattoo placement will only be available on arms or…
State Supreme Court again denies appeal for man convicted of killing Ja'Naya Thompson
The man convicted of the 2014 rape and murder of a 5-year-old Gulfport girl has been denied a rehearing in the case. Alberto Julio Garcia asked the court to set aside his guilty plea and re-hear his appeal, saying the…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Simpson County
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Simpson County Sheriff’s Department that occurred on Thursday afternoon at the Quick Stop gas station on Highway 49 in Simpson County. MBI received notification at about noon of…
Joppa Shrine to hold benefit to raise funds for center
The Joppa Shriners in Biloxi are hosting their 14th annual BBQ and Sportsmans Giveway next weekend to help raise money for the Joppa Shrine Center. Shriner Pearce Sunderland visited…
Private company leases use of A2 test stand at Stennis Space Center
Relativity Space, a 3D printed rocket company, has signed an enhanced use lease agreement on the vertical test stand at the A-2 complex at Stennis Space Center in Hancock County. The agreement marks the first time a commercial tenant has…
FEMA, MEMA opening mobile recovery center in Moss Point
FEMA and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency will be closing the Disaster Recovery Center housed at the Riverfront Community Center to open a mobile recovery center. The Disaster Recovery Center inside Riverfront will close permanently at 6 p.m. today. In…
Hancock County man arrested for making terroristic threats
On September 6, Picayune Police became aware of a social media post made to Facebook by Dustin Taylor of Hancock County. Taylor made direct threats to the Picayune School District in which he stated he intended to destroy a school.…
Kiln man charged with assaulting deputies during traffic stop
Hancock County deputies have charged a Kiln man with assault after he objected to a traffic stop. Sheriff Ricky Adam said 18-year-old Sage Lauga is charged with two counts of simple assault on a law enforcement officer, malicious mischief and…
Picayune Police nab commercial, auto burglary suspect
A man accused of breaking into multiple businesses and stealing a vehicle is behind bars. Police say 19-year-old Terry L. Fowler has been charged with two counts of commercial burglary and motor vehicle theft. On Monday about 4:27 a.m., officers…
Longest alligator in Mississippi history captured by hunters
YAZOO CITY, Miss. (AP) — A group of hunters have captured the longest alligator ever to be recorded in Mississippi, according to the state Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks. Four state residents — Donald Woods, Will Thomas, Joey Clark…
In Mississippi, a tiny fish is reintroduced to the river where it disappeared 50 years ago
BY STEPHEN SMITH AND KEVIN MCGILL PINOLA, Miss. (AP) — A species of tiny fish that once flourished in a river running hundreds of miles from central Mississippi into southeastern Louisiana is being reintroduced to the Pearl River after disappearing 50 years ago.…
Bay High principal reassigned in wake of misdemeanor arrest
The Bay-Waveland School District is looking for a new principal at the high school. The move comes in the wake of Amy Yarbrorough Necaise's August arrest on misdemeanor shopping charges at Waveland Walmart. Necaise is accused of taking $123 in…
100 Men Hall hosting Booker Fest
We’re joined today by Rachel Dangermon with 100 Men Hall. She’s here to tell us about this weekend’s Booker Fest, celebrating the musical genius of James Booker. Booker Fest takes…
St. Patrick promotes Kevin Burdine to head baseball coach
St. Patrick Catholic High School has announced the promotion of Kevin Burdine to head coach for the Fighting Irish varsity baseball team. Burdine has been the assistant coach since 2021. “I think he will do an excellent job as our…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Southaven
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is on the scene of an officer-involved shooting involving the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. The shooting happened about 6:40 a.m. Wednesday morning at a residence on Clark Avenue in Southaven. Deputies with the SWAT Team…
Ingalls awarded contract to modernize USS Zumwalt
Ingalls Shipbuilding on Tuesday was awarded a $154.8 million contract to modernize the USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000). “It is an honor to serve the sailors of Zumwalt and to welcome them to our community,” said Ingalls Shipbuilding DDG 1000 ship construction manager Bruce…
Gulfport Police searching for suspect in stabbing case
Gulfport Police are searching for a man in connection with a stabbing Monday afternoon. Officers responded to a stabbing call about noontime in the 2600 block of 19th Street. On scene, they found a victim who had been stabbed and…
Democratic nominee for Mississippi secretary of state withdraws campaign amid health issues
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Shuwaski Young, the Democratic nominee for Mississippi secretary of state, will withdraw his candidacy ahead of the November general election as he battles health issues. Weeks before Young’s Sunday announcement, he had secured the Democratic nomination…
Gautier Utility employee charged with embezzlement
A former Gautier Utility Department employee has been arrested in an embezzlement case investigated by the state Auditor. Auditor Shad White said Alicia Landaverde, 40, was arrested Monday and charged with embezzlement and false statements. She was taken to the…
Police investigating shootings overnight in Gulfport, Biloxi
Gulfport and Biloxi police departments are investigating separate shootings overnight. In Gulfport, officers responded to the 400 block of Kahler Street about 2:15 a.m. No other details are available from Gulfport Police. In Biloxi, officers responded to the 200 block…
Marshals, task force arrest suspects in Mobile murder cases in Moss Point
A pair of fugitives wanted for murder in Mobile, Alabama, were arrested Friday morning in Moss Point by US Marshals working with the Gulf Coast Regional Fugitive Task Force. 22-year-old Devanta Hall was taken into custody near the 4900 block…
St. Martin standout Noreel White chooses Ole Miss
St. Martin 4-star standout Noreel White has decided to "stay at the crib." White announced that he has committed to Ole Miss -- and captioned a Twitter post "staying at the crib." https://twitter.com/NoreelWhite_/status/1695094617790906721?s=20 White chose the Rebels over Arkansas, LSU…
Woman driving in 2021 wreck that killed Waveland officer indicted
A Carriere woman has been indicted two years after she was behind the wheel in a wreck that injured two others injured and another dead. District Attorney W. Crosby Parker said 44-year-old Angela James was indicted on four counts of…