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OCEAN SPRINGS RECORD NEWS BRIEFS: Week of July 1, 2024
The Ocean Springs Weekly Record is currently publishing News Briefs with SHORT NEWS BRIEFS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS for those who want their news on the run! The newspaper will continue to publish longer features and news items, but news briefs are for all readers to use as reminders or AM coffee reading.
Here's a Look at the Fourth of July Fireworks Celebrations in Ocean Springs
The City of Ocean Springs, along with Jackson County, are inviting the public to Celebrate America together this year, and crews have been hard at work preparing beaches for the crowds. Residents can also join in to help clean up our beaches on July 6th-Just meet at the Harbor. After...
What's on the City's Agenda? Mayor and Board of Aldermen Meeting Highlights for July 2, 2024
The Ocean Springs Weekly Record is now publishing separate Agenda Highlights and Agenda Items up for Discussions coming from City Hall. The newspaper will publish voting measures and records pertaining to the City of Ocean Springs Mayor and Board of Aldermen meeting minutes, along with Planning, Zoning, and the other boards and commissions.
Sheriff: Suspect in high speed chase abandons still-running vehicle leaving it to crash into church
A Mississippi man was arrested last week after he led deputies on a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle. During the chase, the suspect abandoned the vehicle while still running, leaving the car to crash into a nearby church. On Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Nicholas Larmon Steele of Gautier was...
Beat the Heat at Your Local Library: JGRLS July Events
It’s hard to believe it is already July! JGRLS has all the activities to keep visitors cool and entertained this month! Check out what’s happening at your local branch listed below:. Libraries to Close for 4th of July holiday. Pascagoula, MS __All Jackson-George Regional Library System branches will...
Louisiana man pleads guilty after intending to sell fentanyl to individual at Coast casino
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - A New Orleans man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. Yancy Johnson, 45, pleaded guilty in the U.S. District Court in Gulfport. According to court documents, in 2023, an investigation was initiated into a possible drug trafficking organization operating in Louisiana...
Gulfport PD searching for man wanted on counts of second-degree murder, aggravated assault
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - The Gulfport Police Department is currently searching for a man wanted for second-degree murder and aggravated assault. On December 17, 2023, at approximately 7:26 p.m., officers responded to the area of 39th Avenue in reference to a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located two victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Boil water notice for Moss Point residents north of I-10
The City of Moss Point Public Works Department is in the process of repairing a broken water main and hopes to have service restored soon. Any resident in the affected areas that have lost water pressure are under a precautionary boil water notice until further notice. Residents north of I-10...
Mississippi man pleads guilty in Arkansas to threatening US judge, federal officer
A Mississippi man has pleaded guilty to threatening a United States judge and federal law enforcement officer, according to a news release from the U.S. Attorney's Office Eastern District of Arkansas.
A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear.
The agency issued a general statement about its commitment to implementing the policy – with no details about any outreach, public education or provider training to date. The post A new law to improve pregnancy outcomes took effect Monday. But how someone can receive timely prenatal care is still unclear. appeared first on Mississippi Today.
A guide to surviving the dog days of summer
JACKSON — Summertime brings a lot of fun, but Mississippi has a host of hazards that everyone needs to be prepared for and protect themselves from. The Mississippi State Department of Health is launching a new campaign called “Summer Survival” that will provide tips for everything from heat to food safety, mosquitoes to sunscreen. Each […] The post A guide to surviving the dog days of summer appeared first on Daily Leader.
Texas Ranked In Top Ten Of Worst States For Summer
The Texas summer is full swing as we all know. While the state enjoyed a lot of rain at the beginning of the year, the sun is now making its presence known. Air conditioners are constantly running, and Texans are doing everything they can to stay out of the sun for as long as possible. But Texas isn't the only dealing with this right?
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