Fireworks play a huge role in the Fourth of July festivities in South Mississippi. However, for some of our veterans on the Coast, fireworks can take a toll. The loud booming sounds can trigger those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder…
Depression and post-traumatic stress disorder have become the most common mental health problems for military veterans. The Biloxi Vet Center held their open house today to promote their services to the community. The Vet Center fights against PTSD and other…
If you are a veteran or an active duty member of our military, you and your family have a special invitation in Biloxi today. The Biloxi Veterans Center will hold an open house from 10 am to 2 pm Monday…
And people across the country are remembering D-day, including here on the Coast. Groups like Crusaders for Veterans are remembering World War II veterans and those who died on this day 75-years-ago. It was the largest seaborne invasion in world…
For widows like Mrs. Sarah Primus Memorial Day is always spent with her husband. Gunnery Sergeant Roscoe Primus served his country in the Marine Corps during World War II, the Korean War, and in Vietnam. He retired from the service…
This morning, golf lovers took to the course to not only have fun, but raise funds for a great cause. Wednesday morning more than 100 golfers hit the links at the Oaks Golf Course in Pass Christian for the annual…
In Pass Christian, resident John Trapagnia served our nation as a helicopter pilot in Vietnam. Now, this man who has given so much to our country needs our help. John, who goes by Jack now, is 70-years-old living with three…
The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System held their annual Creative Arts Competition today. The competition features multiple categories of art, including creative writings, dance, drama, and music. All veterans who are enrolled in the health system were allowed to enter.…
Giving back to those who gave the country their all: that’s the main goal at Healing Reigns Equine Center in Ocean Springs. United States Navy Veteran Gary Himes said, “We are all cooped up in a hospital all the time.…
This morning, Stacey Pickering, director of the Mississippi Veterans Affairs Board, made a big announcement regarding long term care for veterans. He announced a new care facility for veterans that will be located at Tradition. According to Pickering, there are…
Sunday marked the 76th anniversary of the sinking of the Dorchester Army transport ship. More than 670 soldiers lost their life that day. Long Beach Post 1995 of the American Legion honored four of those brave men who willingly gave…
Tonight, millions will celebrate the countdown to the New Year with family, friends, and fireworks. For some people, like veterans, the loud booming can spark something much deeper. The sound of fireworks often triggers memories of war for those who…
The Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home has been collecting sweaters and coats for close to four weeks now for homeless veterans in our area. Today, the funeral home delivered the warm clothing to the VA Hospital. The VA Hospital will now take…
For the past six years, members of the community have been placing wreaths on the headstones at the Biloxi National Cemetery. This year is going to be bigger and better than ever. For many a wreath is a symbol of…
A new type of therapy for veterans has hit the Gulf Coast. They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what about a horse? Well, according to many experts, a horse is just what the doctor ordered.…
To show appreciation for veterans on the Coast, the Safe Harbor United Methodist Church hosted a Thanksgiving dinner in their honor. The American Legion Post 160 Honor Guard presented the flags before the dinner was served. The veterans were the…
The salute continues along the Gulf Coast, honoring our veterans for all that they’ve done for our country. Tonight, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Perkinston Concert Choir, Mississippi Sound, and the Perk Woodwind Ensemble performed a Veterans Day concert…
What better place to honor our veterans than at the VA? Veterans from all branches of the military were guests of honor at the Veterans Day Program at the Biloxi VA Medical Center’s recreational hall this morning. On hand were…
Popp’s Ferry Elementary held their annual Veteran’s Day Program today. With flags waving and voices singing patriotic songs, Popp’s Ferry Elementary honored veterans in a special way. They invited parents to join their Veterans Day Program and Hero Walk. Students…
This morning, Memorial Hospital in Gulfport held a ceremony in recognition and remembrance of veterans and their service to our country. Memorial Hospital staff members came together outside by the flag pole and were joined by Gulfport High School Junior…
In honor of Veterans Day approaching, today the Riemann Family Funeral Home took a group of veterans to the National World War II Museum in New Orleans. For the seventh year in a row, veterans on the Coast shared laughs,…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College decided they wanted to spend the entire week leading up to Veterans Day honoring those who served our country. This morning at the MGCCC campus in Jackson County, school officials held a complimentary breakfast for…
‘Operation Vet Sail- A Salute at Sea’ is a national initiative by the American Sailing Association and charter boat owners to honor our veterans that has been launched right here in South Mississippi. Dwayne Russell has spent 22 years flying…
Some 55 cars and floats paraded down the streets of Ocean Springs on Saturday to honor those that have served our country. The Ocean Springs American Legion invited anyone who would be of interest to participate in the parade. They…