72-year-old man found safe in Stone County
The Stone County Sheriff’s Office reports that 72-year-old James Kirker has been located and is safe.
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Frosty Mug in Wiggins celebrates 64 years
The Frosty Mug in Downtown Wiggins celebrated in style for its 64th birthday. Many came out for the restaurant’s first ever block party birthday celebration. Guests enjoyed lived music,…
New campaign invites visitors to 'Explore Stone County'
Whether it’s embarking on a restful escape or navigating the creek on a kayak, Stone County has one-of-a-kind destinations and events ready to explore. That message is the focus of a new brand and advertising campaign released today by the…
Two Wiggins Businesses Receive Façade Grant Funding from SCEDP and Mississippi Power
Thursday, June 20, 2024— Two businesses located in Downtown Wiggins participated in a check presentation ceremony today following receipt of façade grant funding from the Mississippi Power Foundation and the Stone County Economic Development Partnership (SCEDP). Post on Pine Irish…
Stone County industry expanding solid rocket motors plant
Anduril Industries is expanding its solid rocket motor production facility in McHenry as part of the company’s efforts to address the country’s most urgent capability gaps quickly, including its limited supply…
Small Town, Big Crowds: Wiggins and Stone County bring in record number of tourists
You may be surprised to hear tourists are loving the little city of Wiggins. Dubbed the "gateway to the gulf coast" and the…
GoFundMe set up for six-year-old dog attack victim in Stone County
A fundraiser has been started for a six-year-old Stone County child who was attacked by a dog earlier this month. According to the Stone County…
Stone County prepares for Pine Hill Festival
The final preparations for Wiggins' biggest festival of the year are underway on Pine Avenue. The Pine Hill Festival is over 40 years old and originally began as a local event with only…
Stone County hosting hazardous waste collection event
A Stone County hazardous waste collection event is set to run from 8 AM to noon on Saturday, April 13. Hazardous waste will be collected at the Stone County rubbish collections site. For safety reasons those who drop off waste…
Stone County hosting ‘Shoe’ Us the Love Drive
Stone County leaders are asking for gently worn shoes over the next two months. The county is hosting ‘Shoe’ Us the Love Drive for anyone to donate used…
Arrests made in deadly Stone County shooting
Two men have been arrested in connection with a shooting in Stone County last week. Sheriff Todd Stewart said 21-year-old Zylan Joshua has been charged with one count of murder. 23-year-old Jukriston Thompson has been charged with accessory after the…
Stone County investigating Wednesday night fatal shooting
A Stone County man was shot in the head Wednesday night and the Sheriff's Department has a person of interest in custody. Sheriff Todd Stewart said 21-year-old Tyrese Moye was found at a residents on East Avery Road when deputies…
CASA of South Mississippi Swears in New Volunteers for Hancock, Harrison, and Stone Counties
CASA of South Mississippi met at the Hancock County Courthouse on Thursday to swear in new volunteers CASA or Court Appointed Special Advocates of South Mississippi is here…
Stone County Library hosting celebration for Mr. Rogers' birthday
It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Wednesday, March 20 is Mr. Rogers' birthday and the Stone County Library is celebrating with fun crafts, stories, and other fun ways to celebrate. The celebration will run from3:30 to 4:30 in the…
Proposed wood pellet plant on hold as company files for chapter 11 bankruptcy
A wood pellet company with a plant in George County and another planned in Stone County has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy. Enviva…
Two dead, deputy injured in domestic situation in Perkinston
Two people are dead and a deputy was injured Sunday afternoon in what MBI called a domestic situation in Perkinston. Stone County Coroner Wayne Flurry identified…
Newly elected Stone County Sheriff aiming for change
Newly elected Stone County Sheriff Todd Stewart is working to make changes in both the Stone County Sheriff's Department and Stone County community. The sheriff is focusing on…
Gulfport woman dies in fatal wreck on Highway 49 in Stone County
Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a Saturday night crash in Stone County that left one person dead. MHP responded to the crash at 5:30 p.m. on Highway 49. A Volkswagen driven by 71-year-old Patrick Kilduff of Perkinston was traveling north…
UPDATE: Pearl River Valley Electric restores power to Big Level area
More than 4 thousand customers woke up to no power in Stone County this morning, according to Pearl River Valley Electric. The company's outage map shows that 4,095 customers in the Big Level area from McHenry to north of Wiggins…
Shooting at club party early Sunday leaves three injured, one dead
Forrest County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting early Sunday at a club party that left an Oak Grove woman dead. Deputies were called to Club 195 on Old Highway 49 in the early morning hours in response to a…
Todd Stewart has defeated Lance Pearson in the Stone County Sheriff's Runoff Election race
With 100 percent of precincts reporting, the unofficial results are in. Todd Stewart has won the Stone County sheriff’s runoff election race. Stewart received 2,223 votes and Lance Pearson received 1,536.
Highway 26 in Stone County closing to move 100-year-old building
A traffic advisory for motorists traveling Highway 26 in Stone County. Highway 26 East in Stone County will be shut down from 1st Street to Flint…
Stewart, Pearson go to runoff for Stone sheriff
Stewart and Lance Pearson are headed to a runoff to decide who will be the next sheriff of Stone County. Stewart and Pearson were the top two candidates voters cast…
Teens picked the wrong house for alleged home invasion
Two Hattiesburg teenagers are in jail after allegedly choosing the wrong house for a home invasion. The teens 15 and 17, are being held in the Forrest County Adult Detention Center charged currently with home invasion of an occupied dwelling.…