panhandling

‘Help Cards’ are changing lives on the Coast

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For many, panhandling is a full time job that actually pays pretty well. According to officials, we see many ‘professional panhandlers’ on the Coast. It’s often hard to turn someone down when they ask you for money on the street.…

Biloxi updates panhandling guidelines

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Panhandler requirements in Biloxi will now see changes after some with the permits had criminal records. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller reported that a few panhandlers had criminal records ranging from drug charges to prostitution. The Biloxi police have been…

Panhandling complaints on the decline in Biloxi

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It’s been just over thirty days since the Biloxi City Council passed an ordinance requiring panhandlers to get a permit. While no permits are being issued yet officials with the City of Biloxi tell News 25 that overall complaints have…

Update on Biloxi panhandling ordinance

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Recently the Biloxi City Council passed an ordinance to allow panhandling within the city limits after securing a license for the cost of $25. Some residents are concerned that the ordinance will enable panhandlers by giving them permission to continue…

Panhandling ordinance debate continues in Biloxi

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Recent complaints from Biloxi residents regarding panhandlers in the area have sparked a debate with the City Council. At tonight’s meeting, residents expressed their complaints as City Council members discussed a new ordinance to be put in place to maintain…

Panhandling issue in Biloxi discussed at city council meeting

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Biloxi residents filed into the city hall to discuss the loitering and panhandling issues the City of Biloxi is currently facing. Many residents who expressed their concerns to the city council said they do not feel safe anymore and panhandling…