Ocean Springs community gathers for 75th National Day of Prayer
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WLOX) — The community gathered at Greyhound Stadium Thursday evening to mark the 75th annual National Day of Prayer.
May 8, 2026Open source
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Ocean Springs Art House to reopen in partnership with St. John’s Episcopal Church
The Ocean Springs Art House is preparing to reopen after rising rent prices forced it to close its doors last year, ending more than two decades on Cash Alley.
May 8, 2026Open source
Ocean Springs considers $7.2M transportation projects, including Greyhound Way expansion
The funding totals approximately $7.2 million for road and traffic-related projects.
May 6, 2026Open source
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Gas prices causing Mississippians to adjust family budgets, scale down summer plans
“It might not seem like a lot to some,” said Linda Baker in Jackson on Monday. “But an extra $25 is a lot to me.”
May 12, 2026Open source
MDEQ issues Water Contact Advisory for Comynie Bayou, portion of Pascagoula River
On Monday, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) issued a contact advisory for Comyie Bayou and a portion of the Pascagoula River in Jac...
May 11, 2026Open source
One more day of rain chances
16 WAPT Meteorologist Brendan Weathers has the latest most accurate weather forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi
May 11, 2026Open source
Trainers prepare horses for a better future
Trainers at Mississippi Horses are preparing for the Heart of the Horse Trainers Challenge happening at the Kirk Fordice Equine Center in Jackson from May 14...
May 10, 2026Open source
Quiet pattern looks to return
16 WAPT Meteorologist Brendan Weathers has the latest most accurate weather forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi
May 10, 2026Open source
MEMA: 100+ homes impacted by Wednesday’s storms
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - More than 100 residential structures were impacted by Wednesday’s severe weather, according to the Mississippi Emergency Management...
May 9, 2026Open source
Mississippi Capitol Police arrest man after alleged shooting, vehicle pursuit in Jackson
Mississippi Capitol Police arrested a man Friday after an alleged shooting and vehicle pursuit through Jackson, authorities said.
May 9, 2026Open source
NWS merges 2 EF-3 tornadoes, estimates over 65-mile continuous track
PINE BELT, Miss. (WDAM) - The National Weather Service in Jackson has confirmed that the two EF-3 tornado tracks in Southwest Mississippi are one continuous...
May 8, 2026Open source
Normal operations resume after Child Protection Services building evacuated
The Mississippi Department of Child Protection Services building in downtown Jackson was evacuated after what was believed to be a gas leak.
May 8, 2026Open source
Tornadoes cut across Mississippi as severe storms injure at least 17 people, damage 500 homes
There were no immediate reports of deaths after the storms cut across the state
May 7, 2026Open source
Black Americans face a new fight after Supreme Court ruling on congressional mapUpdated 5 mins ago
JACKSON, Miss. — At 16, Edward Blackmon Jr. was arrested during a protest for voting rights in his Mississippi hometown. He was loaded with schoolmates int...
May 4, 2026Open source
AG says use of force justified in four officer-involved shootings
JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Use of force in four officer-involved shootings dating back to 2022 was justified.
May 4, 2026Open source
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Ninth annual Lighthouse Artisan Festival draws vendors to Biloxi Visitor’s Center
Rain moves outdoor vendors inside, but organizers say plenty of Mother’s Day gift options remain
May 10, 2026Open source
CPR Fest rocks Biloxi Coast Coliseum after storms send show indoors
Saturday’s rainy weather put a damper on a lot of outdoor events happening across South Mississippi, but CPR Fest 22 was in full swing at the Coast Coliseum.
May 10, 2026Open source
Special Olympics swimmers compete at Biloxi Natatorium
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) — Special Olympics swimmers from across Mississippi competed at the Biloxi Natatorium as part of the Special Olympics Mississippi Summ...
May 9, 2026Open source
This famous New Orleans po-boy shop will invade a Biloxi fine dining restaurant for one night only
Parkway Bakery & Tavern is serving up New Orleans po’ boys for one day only at this Mississippi Coast restaurant. Here’s all the details.
May 3, 2026Open source
Mississippi Gulf Coast beaches closed to swimming due to bacteria
Health officials warn of elevated fecal bacteria levels at the beaches in Bay St. Louis, Gulfport and Biloxi.
May 16, 2026Open source
Mississippi Dept. of Health expanding substance use disorder treatment statewide
“Mississippi is showing what is possible when clinical leadership, public health infrastructure, and technology are aligned around patients," said State He...
May 12, 2026Open source
Mississippi seeks end to federal oversight of its child welfare system
"Time and resources that would be better spent on developing and sustaining a competently administered system focused on the best interests of the children i...
May 12, 2026Open source
Leaders celebrate completion of Classic Drive Improvement Project in Hattiesburg
City and county leaders celebrated the completion of a project Monday, which included repaving Classic Drive, adding a multi-use pathway and preparing nearby...
May 12, 2026Open source
Fifth Circuit vacates order requiring Mississippi to redraw state Supreme Court districts
Governor Tate Reeves called it "a good day for those who believe in the principle that all Americans are created equal. A good day for law and order. A good...
May 11, 2026Open source
Blueberry season in full swing at South Mississippi farm
CARRIERE, Miss. (WLOX) — Blueberry season is in full swing across South Mississippi, and local farmers are harvesting one of the state’s most important f...
May 11, 2026Open source
WDAM 7’s Delaney Dukes demonstrates what it takes to be a Hattiesburg firefighter
The Hattiesburg Fire Training Academy is now accepting applications for its next recruit class, WDAM 7's Delaney Dukes suits up, and gives a first hand look...
May 9, 2026Open source
Mississippi church destroyed in violent tornadoes. See the heartbreaking photos
A church in Purvis, Mississippi, took a direct hit from a violent tornado Wednesday night.
May 7, 2026Open source
Fatal crash on I-65 claims life of Mississippi man
A two-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 6 a.m. Monday, has claimed the life of a Carriere, Miss., man.
May 7, 2026Open source
Diamondhead Nears Launch of City Police Force
City leaders in Diamondhead, Mississippi, plan to hire a police chief this month as the city moves closer to creating its own police department.
May 6, 2026Open source
7 tall ships and 3,000 sailors coming to New Orleans this week ahead of America's 250th birthday
New Orleans hosts 12 large ships along the Mississippi River for America’s 250th anniversary with Sail 250
May 26, 2026Open source
Minnesota sues 3M again over PFAS pollution
The lawsuit details that 3M has “47 separate industrial and stormwater outfalls that discharge" into the Mississippi River.
May 25, 2026Open source
The Minneapolis Queen is a great way to get out on the water this summer Adam del Rosso and Reg Chapman mad...
Adam Del Rosso and Reg Chapman made their way to Bohemian Flats in Minneapolis to check out the Minneapolis Queen— the ticket for a fun adventure on the Mi...
May 23, 2026Open source
This Gulf Coast city stages a downtown comeback: luxury apartments, hotels, restaurants, more
Restaurants, hotels and a $105 million mixed-use town center including shops and luxury apartments could transform downtown Gulfport on the Mississippi Coast.
May 20, 2026Open source
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Ocean Springs is in Jackson County, Mississippi.
Region: Mississippi Gulf Coast
ZIP Codes
39564, 39566
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7 tall ships and 3,000 sailors coming to New Orleans this week ahead of America's 250th birthday
New Orleans hosts 12 large ships along the Mississippi River for America’s 250th anniversary with Sail 250
May 26, 2026Open source
The Minneapolis Queen is a great way to get out on the water this summer Adam del Rosso and Reg Chapman mad...
Adam Del Rosso and Reg Chapman made their way to Bohemian Flats in Minneapolis to check out the Minneapolis Queen— the ticket for a fun adventure on the Mi...
May 23, 2026Open source
This Gulf Coast city stages a downtown comeback: luxury apartments, hotels, restaurants, more
Restaurants, hotels and a $105 million mixed-use town center including shops and luxury apartments could transform downtown Gulfport on the Mississippi Coast.
May 20, 2026Open source
Today in History: President Abraham Lincoln signs the Homestead Act
On May 20, 1862, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Homestead Act, which was intended to encourage settlement west of the Mississippi River by making feder...
May 20, 2026Open source
Oregon Sen. Merkley joins bipartisan bill to classify nursing degrees as professional, restore student loan...
Oregon Sen. Jeff Merkley and Mississippi Sen. Roger Wicker introduced a bipartisan bill Tuesday to restore federal student loan access for nursing students.
May 20, 2026Open source
What to know: OU softball set to host Mississippi State in Norman Super Regional
The OU softball team is one series victory away from reaching another Women's College World Series as the Sooners look to reclaim their national title status.
May 19, 2026Open source
No. 8 Southern Miss wins 8th consecutive game
Eight Golden Eagle seniors, Colby Allen, Armistead, Higdon, Morrison, Sivley, Russo, Caleb Stelly, and Urban, were honored before the game.
May 16, 2026Open source
Former FCAHS coach charged with felony embezzlement
Thomas Chambliss appeared in the Forrest County Justice Court Friday for his initial appearance.
May 16, 2026Open source
‘We are closer than we’ve ever been’: Eagle One mega site receives $750k boost, ADP leaders say
ADP leaders say the latest funding will help prepare the Eagle One mega site for future industrial projects they hope will bring thousands of jobs to the Pin...
May 16, 2026Open source
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