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HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WLOX) - Drivers on Hwy 603 in Hancock County can expect delays Wednesday morning following a crash that tore up a section of concrete guardrail on a small bridge. The crash involved one vehicle that rolled over and injured the driver. It happened around 9 a.m. near...

The Pearl River County Genealogy Club will be presenting “Everyone Has a Story” by Mike Fitzwilliam.  This presentation is designed to help the public with its research into family histories and contains a variety of photos and resources.  The presentation will take place on Saturday, June 17 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the […] The post Pearl River County Genealogy Club: “Everyone Has a Story” by Mike Fitzwilliam appeared first on Picayune Item.

Too many pools and beaches but not enough lifeguards has become a national issue, but it’s one an Ocean Springs woman is working to change. The humidity is a little higher. We are going to see higher dew point temperatures which will keep our overnight lows a little milder in the 70s. Wednesday will be partly to mostly cloudy, hot and humid in the afternoon with high temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s. Thursday, our rain chances increase as a disorganized area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico moves closer to the northern gulf. At this time, the low looks like it will bring rainy conditions to the panhandle of Florida through the day on Thursday. Models take the system east across the Florida peninsula through the weekend and into the Atlantic by early next week. Our rain chances decrease on Friday, as the low is anticipated to move away from South Mississippi. We will keep an eye on it and keep you posted.

After 11 years of working in the Picayune Police Department and a combined 34 years in Public Service, Stacey Stubbs Dantzler called it quits. Dantzler is officially retired and received a surprise retirement party. Before working with the Picayune, Dantzler worked for Hinds County n Jackson Mississippi. She was surprised on May 30, at City […] The post Surprise Party for Retiring Police Officer After 34 Years of Public Service appeared first on Picayune Item.

A seventh grader’s parents were troubled after their son’s principal at Calvary Baptist private school in Slidell, LA, questioned him about being a gangster after he showed up to school with braids. According to The Times-Picayune, Ashely Thorn said she learned about her son Dalon’s interaction with his...

Three St. Tammany Parish teams made the state quarterfinals this season, and those postseason runs highlighted a year of exciting softball across the parish. Hannan won district once again even as the Hawks moved up in classification. Pope John Paul II claimed an undefeated district crown as the Jaguars continue their softball resurgence, while Fontainebleau surprised with a District 6-5A runner-up finish and an exciting playoff victory.

A woman was arrested for an outstanding warrant and multiple drug charges after claiming another name following a traffic stop. Picayune Police Department’s Neighborhood Enhancement Team made a traffic stop at West Canal Street and Crosby Street for a seat belt violation Friday evening. Officers made contact with the...

WASHINGTON PARISH, La. (WVUE) - A 24-year-old Honduran man drowned while vacationing in Louisiana for the Memorial Day weekend, authorities report. The incident happened on Sunday, May 28, at White Sands Lake in Bogalusa, Louisiana. The Washington Parish Coroner’s Office says the man, whose identity is being withheld at this...

Southern Brancorp’s Picayune Branch is paying its respects to the late Joey Temples by holding a memorial event Tuesday, June 13, 2023. The event will take place at 9 East Lakeshore Dr. in Carriere, MS and it will begin at 10:30 am. Those who want to go to the event can RSVP at https://conta.cc/43k8xCA. Temples […] The post Celebrate the Impact of Joey Temples at Southern Bancorp Memorial appeared first on Picayune Item.

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - From graduating from kindergarten, high school and college, twin brothers have completed yet another milestone together by graduating from medical school. Kyle and Kendall Lewis, of Slidell, share a special bond. The Lewis twins obtained their undergraduate degree in Kinesiology at LSU in Baton Rouge. They...

Calling all Saints fans! With the season right around the corner, let’s give a huge shout-out to the newest member of the Cheer Krewe; Poplarville’s very own Alan Holliday! By: New Orleans Saints Sports Information   Alan is extremely excited for his first season as a New Orleans Saints Cheer Krewe member! Before trying out […] The post From Poplarville to the Saints Cheer Krewe: Meet Alan Holliday appeared first on Picayune Item.

Summer is here, and so is the 2023 Pearl River County System Summer Reading Program. Both Crosby Memorial Library and the Poplarville Public Library will host interactive reading programs for kids ages 3-12. Sign-ups have already begun with the programs beginning on Tuesday, June, 6 and running every Tuesday until Friday, July 11. Sign up using […] The post 2023 Pearl River County Library Summer Reading Program appeared first on Picayune Item.

Police say that a woman at the scene complained that she'd been recorded on a stranger's cell phone while she was in the dressing room.

Blake Stein, of the Oakland Athletics, had a no-decision last Friday in his fourth Major League pitching appearance. Stein, a Covington High graduate from Folsom, started and went the first five innings in a 5-3 loss to the Kansas City Royals. Stein (1-2) gave up seven hits and two walks and was charged with both K.C. runs in the fifth. He struck out five and left the game with a 3-2 lead. Oakland gave up three markers to the Royals in the bottom of the seventh. Stein now has a 3.96 earned run average.

Prizes include lots of cash, a Nissan Titan from a Gulfport dealership and a party boat. Here’s how much Coast residents have won so far.

NEW ORLEANS — We had another comfortable afternoon today with high temperatures from 85-88°, light variable winds, and a heat index that ran from mild to fairly hot. (Heat Index - Felt Like 70-88°). By mid-afternoon, we had isolated showers south of the Metro from Marrero eastward to Terrytown and spread south to Timberlane. Rain rates were only .06 -.20" inches per hour. Up on the Northshore, isolated light showers developed along the I-12 from Ponchatoula and Hammond eastward to Folsom, Bush, and into Mississippi toward Picayune, Kiln and south to Gulfport. The showers in Hancock County, MS were light to moderate. The chance for late evening showers is just 10%.

An Ozone Alert has been issued for Sunday, affecting several areas including Saint John the Baptist Parish, Saint Bernard Parish, Plaquemines Parish, Jefferson Parish, and Saint Tammany on the North Shore. The orange level warning signifies unhealthy ozone levels for sensitive groups such as individuals with respiratory diseases, the elderly, and active children and adults. Outdoor exercisers should take caution and avoid overexertion. Nonetheless, the weather is anticipated to be warm, with temperatures ranging from 85 to 89 degrees, slightly higher than Saturday, and suitable for outdoor relaxation. Low humidity, a 10% chance of rain, and mostly dry conditions are expected, with the possibility of a pop-up shower. The UV index is extreme at 11, making sun protection essential, especially for those attending events like the last day of Greek Fest. High ozone levels and the extreme UV index call for extra caution. Temperatures will remain in the mid to upper 80s throughout the evening, with overnight temperatures dropping to the mid-60s on the North Shore and around 70 degrees on the South Shore, providing a comfortable start to Memorial Day. Warmer temperatures are forecasted for Memorial Day, nearing or even reaching the low 90s, with a continued 10% chance of rain and low humidity. For those spending time on the lake, the UV index will be very high at 10, necessitating sun protection measures. Beachgoers can expect temperatures in the low to mid-80s but should also be aware of the high UV index. The week's temperature trends show temperatures in the 80s, with some reaching 90 degrees. Humidity is predicted to remain low through Memorial Day and into Tuesday and Wednesday, increasing later in the week.

A Mississippi man was found guilty of murdering a man who went missing in 2020 in Pearl River County. Austin Brookshire, of Rankin County, was found guilty in the death of Willie “Chill” Jones, of Picayune. Jones was reported missing to the Picayune Police Department on July 6,...

Today, a solemn gathering took place at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery in Slidell, where families of fallen service members came together to honor and remember their loved ones' sacrifices. The ceremony showcased stories of some of our nation's heroes, highlighting their courage and dedication. Among those honored were Army Specialist Caleb Collins, Staff Sergeant Caitlin Marie Dinardo, Navy Petty Officer First Class Damon Williams, and Marine Corps Sergeant Michael Guillory.

The New Orleans-area real estate portfolio is a dazzling mix of dwellings of all types, drawing on the city's rich heritage of influences, from the Old World styles of France, Spain and England, to New World styles of the Caribbean, Creole and contemporary architecture and design. For an investment of...