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Harrison County Sheriff's Department Investigator Hanna Hendry shared trick-or-treating safety tips for families on Saturday, Oct.

31, urging parents to supervise children and follow local guidance for a safe Halloween.

Southern Miss beat ULM 35-21 for coach Blake Anderson's first road win as the Golden Eagles rushed for 249 yards — Steven Robinson 151, Jamarice Wilder 104 — and forced two turnovers.

They will host James Madison on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m. in Hattiesburg on ESPN2.

Ocean Springs High principal Dr. Jacob Dykes was appointed by U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon to the National Assessment Governing Board, which sets policies for the nation’s report card; he also serves on the state education accountability task force.

Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 volunteers picked up trash around Long Beach recently to help keep the city tidy for residents and visitors, & city officials thanked the Running Roos for their service and hard work.

WXXV’s Viewers Choice Awards celebrated local businesses and leaders Thursday night at Ground Zero Blues Club, presenting 180+ awards after about 150,000 community votes.

Nominations for next year will open on July 12, 2027.

The All Saints Fall Festival will take place Sunday, Nov.

1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach, offering family activities, food, and community booths.

The Gulf Coast Business Council's Masters Leadership class delivered a Regional Priorities Alignment Framework at the October general membership meeting that outlines five shared outcomes and directs the Coast Forward Committee to build a funded, regional economic plan and a pre-certified megasite to attract advanced manufacturers.

Coast Electric and Coast Connect will host Family Farm Day on Nov.

1 starting at 2 p.m. at Southern Promiseland Farm, with farm activities for all ages and a screening of Toy Story of Terror at 5:45 p.m.