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Gulf Coast YMCA expands trunk-or-treat in Ocean Springs

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) — The Gulf Coast YMCA held its annual trunk-or-treat Friday evening in front of the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center. In previous years, the event was held on the YMCA’s grounds in Ocean Springs. This year, it expanded to the area in front of the cultural arts center.

Ocean Springs, MS · 7d

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Gulfport moves forward with $54M road project amid environmental concerns

The Interconnecting Gulfport project will build an overpass west of U.S. Highway 49 to provide another way across Interstate 10 and impact 98.3 acres of wetland.

Gulfport, MS · 9d

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Hancock High graduate named 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholar

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WLOX) — Three recent Mississippi high school graduates are among the 161 students selected for the 2026 U.S. Presidential Scholars. Bryson Soffra of Bay St. Louis, a Hancock High School graduate, is one of the students selected. The other two Mississippi students selected are from...

Bay St Louis, MS · 9d

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Harrison County schools awarded nearly $700,000 for daily student snacks

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — The Harrison County School District has been awarded nearly $700,000 in grant funding for the 2026-27 Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Program, according to a district news release. The grant ensures all elementary and middle school students in the district receive a healthy snack each...

Harrison County, MS · 9d

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Naval Construction Battalion Center honors employee for 53 years of service

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport honored a longtime dining facility employee with a Length of Service award for her 53 years of dedication to serving military personnel. What started as a job in March of 1973 has become a lifetime of service for Mrs. Peggy...

Gulfport, MS · 9d

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Keesler Air Force Base training to bring loud noise, gate delays

BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — Residents near Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi can expect increased noise and activity Thursday as the 81st Training Wing conducts a base-wide exercise. Officials said residents may hear loudspeaker announcements and sirens, experience traffic backups and gate delays, and see emergency-response vehicles moving around...

Biloxi, MS · 8d

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Construction continues on Channel South development in downtown Gulfport

Construction is continuing on the Channel South development in downtown Gulfport, which is expected to be Gulfport’s newest waterfront district.

Gulfport, MS · 10d

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"March to the Polls" event happening Saturday in Gulfport

The march begins near Jones Park and will end at the Harrison County Circuit Clerk's office.

Gulfport, MS · 7d

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Mississippi city restores 15% late fee, raise water, sewer, trash rates

Late fees and utility disconnection policies can hit households already behind the hardest, making it harder to keep access to a basic necessity.

Ocean Springs, MS · 9d

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Flint Creek welcomes Halloween crowds amid campground upgrades

WIGGINS, Miss. (WLOX) — Flint Creek in Stone County will host its annual Trick-or-Treat the Campground on Saturday from 5 to 9 p.m. The Halloween event comes as campground renovations continue. Halloween event. The event will include food trucks, vendors, activities for children, and a lot of candy. “Then...

Stone County, MS · 8d

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Gingham Tree festival returns to Lucedale for 54th year

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Oct. 28, 2026 GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WKRG) — The Gingham Tree Arts and Crafts Festival is returning to Lucedale for the 54th year. The festival, which is scheduled for Nov. 14, will feature more than 300 vendors, children’s entertainment, food, and more. The event is free […]

Lucedale, MS · 9d

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Nov. 3 election offers opportunity to cast ballots for U.S. Senator, Congressman and local judges

The 2026 midterm elections, set for November 3, will determine representation in Congress and other offices across the country. Mississippi’s statewide and congressional races include positions for the U.S. Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3. Harrison County’s published election schedule lists polling...

Harrison County, MS · 9d

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Chicago schedules three Mississippi concerts in March 2027

Chicago will perform three Mississippi concerts in March 2027 — two at the Beau Rivage Theater in Biloxi on March 27 and 28, and one at the Bologna Performing Arts Center in Cleveland, SuperTalk Mississippi reported. “2027 marks the 60th consecutive year Chicago has toured, never missing a year!...

Cleveland, MS · 9d

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Pearl River County Mississippi Department of Transportation updates

The Mississippi Department of Transportation is making significant progress on various projects across southern Mississippi, including in Pearl River County. The first project involves the bridge replacement on U.S. […]

Pearl River County, MS · 10d

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CPS ‘Emergency’: Gulfport joins Harrison County’s call for state intervention

GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) — The Gulfport City Council has voted unanimously to throw its weight behind Harrison County’s emergency declaration regarding Mississippi’s Child Protection Services (CPS), demanding immediate state intervention following reports of foster children being abused and neglected. The resolution, approved during the council’s Oct. 20...

Gulfport, MS · 8d

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Pearl River County involved in Rural Health Initiative

The Mississippi Rural Health Transformation Program has approved 60 projects, including one in Pearl River County. A total of $32.6 million in grants has been allocated to fund these initiatives, […]

Pearl River County, MS · 10d

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SubSea Craft Moving Operations to Hancock County Creating 56 Jobs

Advanced maritime technology company SubSea Craft is locating operations in Hancock County. The project represents a corporate investment of nearly $6.1 million and will create 56 jobs. “The United States is a key market for SubSea Craft, and Hancock County provides an ideal location to meet growing demand for autonomous...

Hancock County, MS · 9d

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Pearl River County voters to decide on expanding alcohol sales

PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) — Pearl River County voters will decide whether to expand alcohol sales in the county through two separate referendums on the Nov. 3 ballot. One referendum asks about liquor sales. The other asks about beer and wine sales with limits. Restaurant owner describes impact.

Pearl River County, MS · 11d

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Picayune skatepark project gains momentum

PICAYUNE, Miss. (WLOX) — Organizers pushing for a skatepark to be built in Picayune say progress is ramping up. A rendering shows what the future park may look like. Picayune leaders, including Mayor Jim Luke, have given full support for the project and have announced the city is pursuing an additional grant to help with funding.

Picayune, MS · 11d