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A color photo of the sky with the sun shining through vast, billowing, white clouds in West Virginia during the final week of Summer in 2025. There are shadows of trees at the bottom of this capture.
September 19, 2025 at 7:47 AM
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Harrison County is grappling with a staggering foster-care crisis, with over 250 children in custody and a critical shortage of homes after the state axed the Rescue 100 program.

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WLOX report: removal of Rescue 100 licensing program, statewide foster shortages hit Harrison County hardest
A WLOX investigative segment played for the committee said the state ended the Rescue 100 faith-based licensing partnership in 2022 and cited more than 3,800 children in state custody; speakers said Harrison County faces a local shortfall of more than 250 children in custody and needs additional foster homes.
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September 22, 2026 at 7:38 AM
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#ICE is back in #HarrisonCounty #WV again today. Local pastors and others are following and monitoring.
January 7, 2026 at 6:45 PM
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Hospitals are sounding the alarm over a critical lack of a direct after-hours CPS hotline, putting vulnerable newborns at risk and hindering emergency responses.

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Committee hears hospitals say they lack direct CPS after-hours contact
Hospital and committee members said hospitals have struggled for years to get a private CPS after-hours hotline; Memorial Hospital described new communication processes with CPS that members suggested could be modeled by Singing River.
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September 22, 2026 at 7:45 AM
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Harrison County has seen a dramatic drop in children in state custody, but is it a sign of progress or just a shift in reporting practices?

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Committee questions data showing sharp drop in Harrison County children in state custody
Committee members reviewed a timeline of custody counts showing Harrison County falling from about 792 children in 2019 to roughly 248 in 2026; participants disputed whether the decline reflects improved outcomes, population changes, or reporting differences introduced after 2022.
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September 22, 2026 at 7:43 AM
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At just 14, Keira Weidner faced not only an assault but a youth court system that failed her at every turn, leaving her to wonder how justice could slip through the cracks.

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Keira Weidner tells Harrison County Blue Ribbon committee youth court 'failed me' in assault case
At a Blue Ribbon committee meeting, Keira Weidner recounted being assaulted at 14 and described multiple procedural failures in youth court, including missing forensic interviews and a prosecutor later acting as a defender. Committee members responded with sympathy and pledged continued scrutiny.
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September 22, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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Homeowners in Gulfport are fighting back against severe erosion and strict wetlands regulations that threaten their properties—will the county step in to help?

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Gulfport Residents Debate Wetlands Designation and Property Erosion Issues
Residents voice concerns about property erosion and wetlands regulations in Gulfport meeting.
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October 7, 2025 at 4:18 AM
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Leonard Benz has been reappointed to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Board, ensuring experienced leadership for the next five years!

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Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Board Reappoints Leonard Benz Senior for Five-Year Term
Board votes to reappoint Leonard Benz Senior to serve District 4 and 5 until 2030.
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September 5, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Harrison County is buzzing with economic growth, showcasing $350 million in projects, including a groundbreaking aviation school and a massive outpatient surgery expansion!

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EDC: Harrison County markets aviation and technology; staff cite about $350 million in projects under way
Amy Wilson of the Harrison County Economic Development Corporation told commissioners the county and region are promoting aviation, health care and data-center prospects, reported two current prospects and said staff estimate roughly $350 million in projects underway locally.
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May 15, 2026 at 8:29 AM
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Harrison County is taking decisive action to extend its storm disaster declaration, ensuring that cleanup efforts and debris removal continue smoothly after the recent severe thunderstorm.

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Harrison County extends disaster declaration and accepts TCEQ approval for two debris sites
County leaders extended a June 16 storm disaster declaration for 30 days to continue cleanup, and accepted TCEQ approval for temporary debris management sites at Buckshored Road pit #1 and Months Cutoff pit. Road & Bridge described ongoing debris removal and chip-sealing schedules.
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July 3, 2026 at 12:28 AM
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A heated debate unfolded in Harrison County as residents and developers clashed over a proposed 53-lot subdivision, culminating in a narrow 3-2 vote by the Board of Supervisors.

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Harrison County supervisors hear hours of testimony before split vote on 53‑lot subdivision
After hours of testimony for and against a proposed 77‑acre, 53‑lot subdivision north of the Pine Grove landfill, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors completed a contested set of motions; the transcript records a final 3‑2 vote count after motions to both deny and grant the developer's appeal.
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February 6, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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A tragic case known as "Baby DJ" has exposed alarming gaps in Mississippi's child-protection system, prompting urgent calls for legal changes and systemic reforms to ensure safety for vulnerable newborns.

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Harrison County blue ribbon panel urges legal tweak after infant death, presses statewide system fixes
A Harrison County blue ribbon committee described gaps in child-protection practice revealed by the death of an infant known as "Baby DJ," urged a narrow change to Mississippi law on newborn drug tests, and reported improvements in hospital–CPS coordination while pushing for broader statewide system reforms.
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October 18, 2025 at 5:11 PM
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Pottery & Pines vs. Cattle & Brush. One creates art; the other creates cowboys.
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Piney Woods & Vaquero Heritage This match-up spans the state from the Louisiana border to the South Texas brush country. Harrison County, in the lush Piney Woods, is a land of Caddo Lake bayous, historic pottery, and deep cultural roots. Jim Hogg County, centered on Hebbronville, is the heart of ranching country, known as the "Vaquero Capital of Texas." One is defined by its old-south charm and wetlands; the other by its mesquite scrub and cattle legacy. Both are essential threads in the fabric of Texas culture.
December 15, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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The Harrison County Board just denied a major appeal for a 230-lot subdivision, sparking heated debates over flooding and community safety!

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Harrison County board denies appeal of 230‑lot West Wortham subdivision
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors denied an appeal by developer Kenneth Jones seeking a conditional‑use permit for a 230‑lot subdivision on a 150‑acre parcel adjacent to West Wortham Elementary and Middle School. Opponents cited flooding, wetlands and traffic; the developer said a Corps wetland delineation exists and pledged engineering studies.
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September 11, 2026 at 11:54 AM
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Harrison County is expanding its Indigent Health Care Program to provide vital counseling services for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues—ensuring support is just a step away!

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Harrison County extends indigent health program to cover counseling and behavioral‑health services
The court approved continuation of the Harrison County Indigent Health Care Program for FY2023–24 and added optional counseling and behavioral‑health services, including outpatient care and up to 30 days of inpatient coverage when placements are available; presenters said the payment figures are driven by Medicaid rates.
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August 24, 2026 at 5:07 AM
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EAST LIVERPOOL – OhioRISE got the word out to Columbiana County families preparing for the new school year that resources are readily available for young people with unique needs. #JCESC #JeffersonCounty #belmontcounty #MontieCounty #harrisoncounty #UpperOhioValley
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August 23, 2026 at 12:21 PM
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Harrison County's ongoing valuation dispute could hinge on pivotal litigation developments in neighboring Lamar County, potentially reshaping the local legal landscape.

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Related cases in Lamar County and mediation could affect Harrison County appeal
County and company attorneys said related litigation in Lamar County is ahead of Harrison County, depositions have been taken, mediation is scheduled in early September and a trial date of Jan. 27 was cited as relevant to local resolution.
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August 22, 2026 at 5:27 PM
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The Harrison County Board is diving deep into AT&T's 2026 tax appeal, raising questions about documentation that could change the game for local assessments.

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Harrison County board takes AT&T's 2026 tax appeal under advisement after dispute over invoices
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors voted to take under advisement AT&T Mobility LLC's appeal of 2026 assessments after a lengthy exchange over whether AT&T must provide vendor invoices and installation costs to verify its fixed-asset renditions.
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August 21, 2026 at 11:49 PM
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The Harrison County board is gearing up for crucial discussions on potential litigation and contract negotiations—what's at stake?

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Supervisors move to executive session to discuss potential litigation, contract negotiations
The board voted to enter an executive session to discuss 'potential litigation and negotiation of contracts,' then asked members to step out briefly; the motion and second were recorded but individual vote tallies and mover/second names were not specified in the transcript.
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August 14, 2026 at 9:51 AM
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Harrison County just secured a groundbreaking $3.5 million grant to elevate its Law Enforcement Training Academy, paving the way for enhanced public safety!

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Board acknowledges $3.5M restoration grant and approves other grants for public safety
The board accepted a $3.5 million Mississippi Gulf Coast Restoration Fund grant (20% local match) for Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy improvements and also accepted a $175,000 Operation Stone Garden award for the sheriff’s office; the county will open a separate account to receive the restoration funds.
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July 24, 2026 at 4:32 AM
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Local officials have declared a local emergency as Tropical Depression 2 inches closer, with gusty winds and a potential coastal surge looming ahead.

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Officials proclaim local emergency as Tropical Depression 2 approaches
Local officials approved a proclamation of a local emergency and partially activated the emergency operations center as Tropical Depression 2—expected to become Tropical Storm Bertha—approached, citing gusty winds and a potential 2–4 foot coastal surge; no evacuations or shelters were recommended at this time.
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July 21, 2026 at 6:12 AM
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The tragic death of "baby DJ" has sparked urgent calls for legal reforms and better communication between hospitals, Child Protective Services, and law enforcement to prevent future tragedies.

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Blue Ribbon committee urges law changes, better information-sharing after ‘baby DJ’ death
Committee members and Detective Clifton described how communication gaps among hospitals, Child Protective Services and law enforcement — and wording gaps in Mississippi code — contributed to the death of an infant known as "baby DJ." The group plans a letter to legal groups and follow-up meetings with prosecutors and law-enforcement leaders.
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July 18, 2026 at 9:57 PM
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Harrison County is gearing up for major rail-trail improvements and bridge repairs, with plans to revitalize areas impacted by mining — but will the funding and permits align in time?

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Commission hears multi‑year rail‑trail and bridge timeline; approves abandoned‑mine grant application
County staff briefed commissioners on multi‑year rail‑trail work, bridge repair obstacles and environmental permitting; commissioners approved a resolution to apply for an Abandoned Mine Land economic revitalization grant for Phase 1 of the Route 19 master‑plan property.
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July 8, 2026 at 7:04 PM
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The Harrison County Commission made significant decisions including approving budget revisions and setting a crucial election-contest hearing for July 1, 2026.

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Harrison County Commission approves routine items, schedules election‑contest hearing
At its June 17 meeting the Harrison County Commission approved the consent agenda and multiple budget and project payments, accepted two wills for probate, authorized an IRS arbitrage rebate payment and set a scheduling order for a primary‑election contest with a July 1 hearing date.
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July 8, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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Harrison County commissioners just made a bold move by approving legal services for a TIF district extension while taking a stand against AI oversight!

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Commission approves Steptoe & Johnson engagement but strips AI clause, sets review cadence
Harrison County commissioners approved an engagement letter with law firm Steptoe & Johnson to seek modification and extension of a TIF district for White Oaks Industrial Park, agreed to a six‑month review cadence and voted to remove an AI clause from the contract after discussing data and training safeguards.
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July 8, 2026 at 7:02 PM