SUMMARY: Hundreds of millions of dollars are being invested in road and bridge improvements in South Mississippi. Key projects include a $155 million widening of I-10 from Diamond Head to Long Beach, with future expansions planned across the state. Transportation Commissioner Charles Busby highlights the need for additional widening on I-10, especially between Gautier and the Alabama line. However, bottlenecks like the Pascagoula River Bridge pose significant challenges. Conversations about bridge expansions with Louisiana are pending. Meanwhile, the Mississippi State Lottery is funding state-wide road and bridge maintenance, including repaving projects, through lottery revenues.

$155 million is the price tag for widening I-10 to six lanes from Diamondhead to Long Beach.

For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ

Source

SUMMARY: A fire alarm sounded in a mobile home in Harrison County off Highway 53, leading to one person being hospitalized. Multiple fire crews responded, extinguishing the blaze and tearing out the ceiling to ensure the fire was fully out. According to Chief Pat Sullivan, although the fire is still under investigation, it appears to have been accidental. The hospitalized resident is expected to recover.

One person was sent to the hospital following a mobile home fire off of Highway 53 in Harrison County on Saturday afternoon.

For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ

Source

SUMMARY: With the 4th of July approaching, coastal cities like Diamond Head and Long Beach have already begun celebrations with professional fireworks shows. If you plan to have your own fireworks at home, Fire Marshals provide important safety advice: never let small children use fireworks unattended, avoid using fireworks under the influence of drugs or alcohol, never point fireworks at people, and be mindful of where debris falls to prevent fires in dry or wooded areas. Additionally, ensure you are aware of local rules and regulations regarding fireworks before beginning your festivities.

As you are out grabbing fireworks and prepping for the fun, fire marshals warn of a few things you need to keep in mind.

For more Local News from WLOX: https://www.wlox.com/
For more YouTube Content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQZgBHlQMqHUV_hf4_9jLLQ

Source