State autism office focuses on resources, support gaps

Gaven Wallace • May 11, 2026

One potential area for improvement is adult-focused treatment. While there are resources in the state for both children and adults with autism, Williams said adults have far less support. 

Biloxi DIY Skatepark to host volunteer cleanup May 16

Jaydon Koss • April 30, 2026

The event will be volunteer based with skaters and community supporters helping to clean up the park grounds, repair and fix ramps and paint and refresh obstacles at the skatepark. 

Petal families invited to July 13 resource fair

Jaydon Koss • April 14, 2026

Organizers say the event is meant to help families prepare for the new school year. 

Auction, golf tournament to bring Philip Rivers to Hattiesburg

Jaydon Koss • April 3, 2026

Former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers, who recently re-retired in December 2025, will be the guest speaker at the auction and will share his faith story. 

Grassroots effort brings print newspaper back to Lumberton

JC Roberts, Whitney Argenbright and Nischit Sharma • March 31, 2026

It is meant to make local information easier to find and share, especially for residents who don't use social media or lack reliable internet access. 

Petal rodeo for people with disabilities set for April 11

Jaydon Koss • March 29, 2026

The event will also include food trucks, music, vendors and adapted activities for people with disabilities.

Mississippi counties back sheriff radar enforcement bill

Jaydon Koss • March 8, 2026

The effort is aimed at building support for Senate Bill 2614, which would give county law enforcement the authority to use radar for speed enforcement.

Bill to restrict Public Records Act access dies in committee

Justin Glowacki and Alexa Hatten • March 6, 2026

House Bill 1660 failed to advance out of a Senate ommittee before the March 3 deadline, ending the measure for the 2026 legislative session.

Cornerstone Counseling center opens to provide Mississippians a safe haven

Alexa Hatten • March 2, 2026

Cornerstone Counseling, a Christian counseling center, opened at Venture Church’s Hunt Club campus Monday.

Gulf Coast Community Foundation promotes annual 228 Day giving campaign

Michelle Pinto • February 25, 2026

The Gulf Coast Community Foundation is urging South Mississippi residents to donate to local nonprofits Saturday, Feb. 28, as part of its annual 228 Day giving campaign.

From trust to trafficking: Mississippi survivor shares story of being an ‘invisible’ victim 

Morgan Gill and Sameen Chand • January 20, 2026

MISSISSIPPI — For many human trafficking survivors, exploitation does not begin with violence but with trust — a reality advocates say communities must better understand as law enforcement identifies...

‘It’s nasty’: Gulfport residents, mayor call for litter cleanup 

Justin Glowacki, Makiya Jackson, McKenna Klamm and Michelle Pinto • November 3, 2025

Gulfport cracks down on litter with $1,000 fines, new signs, and community calls to action. Residents can report violations by calling 311.