Gulfport News

Hands Across the Sand: A local "Hands Across the Sand/Land" gathering is taking place on Saturday, May 18 at 11:45 a.m. behind the Bilmar Beach Resort.

If you need a fresh ear of corn, in-season fruit or organic leafy greens, Gulfport Produce is your locally owned one-stop shop.

Buckle up or beware, Gulfport! The Gulfport Police Department will be on the lookout for drivers who aren't wearing their seat belts as part of the national Click It or Ticket campaign around the clock from May 20 through June 2. "Wearing your seat belt costs you nothing, but not wearing it will," said Sgt.

With $360 million on the line in tonight's Powerball drawing, there's little doubt that many Gulfport residents plan to tune in to catch the winning numbers as they're announced around 11 p.m. Lottery retailers throughout the Tampa Bay area have been touting the drawing as the jackpot has climbed millions over the last few days.

For the past 30 years, the Walter & Bert Williams Fishing Pier has become a spot where memories are made in Gulfport.

Do you use Instagram to snap photos of your life in Gulfport, Florida? Show off some of your photos to fellow readers of the Patch.

May 8 January Jill Jones , 35, of Gulfport, was arrested by Gulfport Police on the charges of resisting arrest without violence, battery/domestic, both misdemeanors.

Welcome to your Sunday Sunset, a weekly photo feature that reminds us to take a moment and appreciate what it means to live in Gulfport.

From happiness to payment scams, our Local Voices Bloggers fill us in on interesting, important and humorous parts of life in Gulfport.

Have you seen the official City of Gulfport flag? It's currently flying at City Hall, but it could be added to other city facilities.

Mother's Day is the perfect time to treat the moms, grandmas, sisters and aunts in your life! Celebrate the holiday, which falls on Sunday, May 12 this year, by enjoying a delicious meal at a favorite restaurant in Gulfport.

I've lived in the Tampa Bay area for most of my life . And yet, I had never been to Gulfport until last night.

The following story was provided by AOLJobs.com By Debra Auerbach for CareerBuilder Have you ever had an itch to quit your job and instead do work that makes a real difference in the world? In honor of Earth Day on April 22, we've compiled a list of seven jobs that help people live a better life - from the buildings they work and live in, to the ... (more)

Pinellas County has filed a lawsuit against BP Oil for economic losses in tourism related to the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, according to the Tampa Bay Times.

Gulfport City Council unanimously approved to contract a private company to help with the growing amount of permits and development in the city.

Thursday, May 2 Derrick Ontario Boyd , 23, of Gulfport, was arrested on the charge of battery/domestic, a misdemeanor.

This stunning photographer's tour of Gulfport, Florida, seems to capture so well the essence and beauty that distinguishes this coastal community.

Front row, left to right: Miami Madness, Peach and Mojito Florida Weisse; Back row, left to right: Passion Fruit Dragonfruit, Strawberry Rhubarb Florida Weisse While the upper U.S. West coast has a beer style to call its own , it appears that the craft beer movement in Florida has spawned a new style of beer: the Florida Weisse.

Last Friday morning, director Scott Balcereck and videographer Jeff Unay recorded Sterling Magee's every stroke of the guitar in his room at the Boca Ciega Nursing Center.

Are you still looking for that special something to show your mom just how much you care? Gulfport has several local businesses to help you say, "thank you" with the perfect gift this Mother's Day! Still need to order a bouquet of fresh flowers? Check out Gulfport Florist , Bayside Florist & Sweets and Karen's Florist of Gulfport .