Retired USM Research Vessel Transformed into Artificial Reef in Gulf of Mexico
In most instances, the sinking of a ship would be classified as a tragic event. In the case of the research vessel R/V Hermes, the sinking represented a dignified, memorialized end for a beloved vessel. On Wednesday, May 18, the longtime University of Southern Mississippi (USM) marine trawler was officially transformed into an artificial reef […]
Rankin County criminal interdiction deputies arrest felon with a firearm
On Monday, a deputy with the Rankin County Sheriff’s Interstate Interdiction Unit attempted to made a traffic stop on a blue Nissan passenger car with a Florida tag for a traffic violation on U.S. Highway 49 south of Star. When the deputy activated his emergency lights, the driver of the Nissan immediately accelerated and attempted […]
Driver of alleged stolen car dead after running stop sign, crashing during police chase
A man is dead after he ran from police in a stolen vehicle, according to Byram Police Department. Chief David Errington said a BOLO went out looking for a stolen 2000 green Honda Accord, and a patrolman saw the vehicle and matched the tag at the intersection of Siwell and Terry Road. He tried to […]
Hattiesburg drug raid nets 45 lbs of methamphetamine
On Friday a joint law enforcement operation resulted in the arrest of two people involved in a Drug Trafficking Organization operating from California to Mississippi. Sergio Covarrubias, 36, and Salvador Medrano, 60, both of California, have been arrested on federal narcotics charges, and booked in a jurisdiction that houses federal inmates. Just after 8 p.m. […]
Pearl PD temporarily closes Outlets of Mississippi to investigate bomb threat
Pearl Police Department has temporarily closed the Outlets of Mississippi while a bomb threat is investigated. A release on their Facebook page says they will let us know when more information is available.
USM Summer Field Program Celebrates 75 Years on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Lasting memories. Lifelong relationships. Career-launching experiences. These are just a few of the impacts that the Summer Field Program has had on its alumni. The University of Southern Mississippi’s distinctive Summer Field Program is best described by those who have lived it – past participants and instructors of the intensive program located at USM’s Gulf […]
19th Annual Jackson Black Rodeo Canceled
The Real Cowboy Association has announced that the 19th annual Jackson Black Rodeo has been canceled. A Facebook post canceling the event was circulated over the weekend, reading: “Hello Cowboys, Cowgirls, and Fans. Unfortunately I have to announce that the 19th Annual Jackson Black Rodeo is canceled. Reasons are due to previous incidents on the […]
Group Floating Leaf River In Jones County Rescued Over Weekend
What started out as a fun trip for four individuals floating the Leaf River from Highway 84 to Hwy 588 became a search and rescue effort Saturday night in Jones County. An adult male, adult female, teenage male, and juvenile female became separated during the float down the Leaf River on pool style inflatables on […]
Monday Weather: cloudy, calm, 80s
Expect high temperatures to range from the middle 70s to lower 80s today, with some scattered showers and storms possible over mainly eastern portions of the area this afternoon. Tonight look for low temps to settle in the 60s/70s. Rain looks imminent tomorrow, check back for details. ************* Darkhorse Weather is brought to you by […]
Columbia man arrested in sister’s fatal shooting, standoff
A Columbia man is behind bars after police say he killed his sister and initiated an 11-hour standoff. Keith C. Sandidge, 54, allegedly fatally shot his sister and shot at police multiple times Saturday. Police issued a statement via Facebook asking that residents in that area stay inside their homes during the standoff. A following […]