Connect with us

Mississippi News

5 guys rescued after being stranded in the Gulf — faith and this device saved their lives

Published

6 months ago

on

www.wjtv.com – Whitney Leibold – 2024-05-29 12:59:26

SUMMARY: Five friends from Biloxi, Mississippi, went fishing 35-40 miles offshore when their boat sank due to engine failure. Easton Barrett, who recorded the incident, described how the boat was submerged by 9:30 AM, leaving them floating with only lifejackets and coolers. Using an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB), they alerted the Coast Guard after floating for over four hours. Despite initially being missed by rescuers, continuous signaling with the EPIRB eventually led to their rescue. The men were safely returned to shore, and Barrett emphasized the life-saving importance of an EPIRB on boats.

Read the full article

The post 5 guys rescued after being stranded in the Gulf — faith and this device saved their lives appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 29-December 1

Published

6 hours ago

on

November 29, 2024

By

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-29 06:19:00

SUMMARY: This weekend (November 29-December 1), Mississippi offers a variety of festive events. Highlights include Food Truck Friday in Jackson, a Jazz night in Natchez, and a Holiday De-Stress Walk in Vicksburg. Family-friendly options like the Journey to the North Pole and Dinosaurs Around the World in Jackson will entertain all ages. Natchez hosts a Christmas Pilgrimage Tour and a Teddy Bear Tea, while Vicksburg features a tree lighting and a comedy show. In the Pine Belt, enjoy a pancake day in Ellisville and a candle-making workshop in Hattiesburg. Activities promise joy, relaxation, and holiday spirit across the state.

Read the full article

The post Events happening this weekend in Mississippi: November 29-December 1 appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Continue Reading

Mississippi News

Judge grants motion to continue trial in Jackson bribery scandal

Published

3 days ago

on

November 26, 2024

By

www.wjtv.com – Kaitlin Howell – 2024-11-26 12:27:00

SUMMARY: A federal judge has granted a motion to delay the trial for Jackson Mayor Chokwe A. Lumumba and two other local leaders implicated in a bribery scandal. The decision was made due to the case’s complexity, with significant evidence needing review. Lumumba, Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens, and City Councilman Aaron Banks face charges related to conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering linked to an alleged bribery scheme involving over $80,000 in payments from fictitious developers. The trio has pleaded not guilty. This scandal adds to ongoing issues in Jackson regarding water and policing disputes.

Read the full article

The post Judge grants motion to continue trial in Jackson bribery scandal appeared first on www.wjtv.com

Continue Reading

Mississippi News

How the TSA plans to handle record air travel

Published

3 days ago

on

November 26, 2024

By

www.wcbi.com – Kailey Cox – 2024-11-26 10:53:00

SUMMARY: As Thanksgiving approaches, U.S. air travel is expected to hit record levels, with nearly 80 million Americans traveling, predominantly by car. The TSA anticipates screening 18.3 million passengers during the holiday week, with Sunday likely breaking a record for airport traffic. Despite ongoing air traffic controller shortages, TSA staffing is high enough to maintain manageable security wait times. Weather remains a wildcard, with rain and snow predicted in several regions. Travelers are advised to arrive early to airports and avoid lithium-ion batteries in checked luggage. Traffic congestion is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, easing by Thanksgiving Day.

Read the full article

The post How the TSA plans to handle record air travel appeared first on www.wcbi.com

Continue Reading

Trending