Ocean Springs

Need sand bags? Here's where you can pick them up

Several cities and counties in South Mississippi have set up self-serve sandbag stations for residents who need them to protect property. Gulfport said that while residents should be prepared to fill their own sandbags, there will be staff on hand…

Boat explosion near Fort Bayou Launch

Smoke filled the air this afternoon in Ocean Springs from a boat explosion. This is video sent in by a viewer of heavy smoke coming from under the bridge near the Fort Bayou Launch. Fire officials say no injuries have…

Ocean Springs prepares to move forward safely

With Governor Tate Reeves’ ‘safer at home’ order set to end June 1st, cities like Ocean Springs are preparing with safety in mind. In his new ‘safe return’ order, Governor Reeves laid out the latest stage of his measured and…

Woods fire near residential area in Jackson County

Tense moments for some residents in Ocean Springs today as a woods fire grew out of control. The Forestry Commission and Central Jackson County Fire and Rescue crews battled a blaze that claimed 110 to 120 acres of land. Authorities…

Jackson County parks reopening Tuesday, May 12

The Jackson County Board of Supervisors voted to reopen County maintained parks from 9 a.m. – 7 p.m. beginning Tuesday, May 12. Those who plan to use the parks are asked to adhere to the following guidelines: No more than…

National Day of Prayer being observed despite COVID-19

Today is designated as the National Day of Prayer and at least one group has found a way to observe the day without violating the social distancing regulations in place because of COVID-19. The first Thursday in May has been…

Small local business owner gets ready to open doors

Under Governor Tate Reeves new ‘safer at home’ order that went into effect on Monday, retail shops are now allowed to reopen. Under the new orders, non-essential businesses are allowed to reopen, but are limited to 50 percent occupancy to…

MDEQ Lifts Beach Water Contact Advisory in Ocean Springs

The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted a water contact advisory Thursday for Station 15 (Shearwater Beach). Water samples at this station show the area has attained acceptable bacteria levels. There are advisories still in effect…