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Jackson County Sheriff's Department searching for missing Hurley man
SUMMARY: A 60-year-old man, Joseph Ladnier, is missing as of yesterday morning after leaving his home in Hurley to visit family in Moss Point. Officials suggest he has a medical condition that may impair his judgment and are urging anyone who knows his whereabouts or may have seen him to call the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department. Ladnier was last seen driving a 2004 red Toyota Tundra.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department says 60-year-old Joseph Ladnier was last seen Christmas Eve morning as he left his home in Hurley.
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FIRST ALERT: Update on the tropics
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Aaron Colby reported a medium chance of tropical development in the Western Caribbean as of September 19. The remnants of tropical storm Gordon are drifting north, while another system near the Yucatan Peninsula may develop over the next 5 to 7 days. This area of interest is linked to the Central American gyre, which typically brings increased tropical moisture this time of year. Current models suggest possible development, but specifics remain uncertain. Overall, no immediate threats to the Gulf Coast are anticipated, though monitoring will continue as the situation evolves into the weekend and early next week.
Meteorologist Aaron Colby brings the latest update on the tropics.
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MSU Receives Grant to Revive the Red Wolf Population
SUMMARY: Researchers at Mississippi State University, led by Professor Dana Moren, are investigating a coyote population along the Gulf Coast, funded by a $2.1 million grant. The study focuses on Red Wolf ancestry among wild canines in the region. The team aims to determine the best strategies for revitalizing the endangered Red Wolf population, identifying genetic connections and potential pathways for conservation efforts.
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Customers upset after Coast Electric reveals billing error
SUMMARY: Around 4,500 South Mississippians are expressing concerns after Coast Electric revealed a billing error affecting 5% of its 990,000 customers. Customers were charged an incorrect rate of $0.041 per kilowatt hour instead of the correct $0.087 from January to August. Bills ranged from $500 to $11,000, prompting frustration among residents who feel they shouldn’t pay for the company’s mistake. Coast Electric has proposed payment plans for affected customers, acknowledging the issue was due to human error. Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Wayne Carr stated the company is committed to working with those impacted. Customers are encouraged to contact Coast Electric for assistance.
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