Harrison County.
county in Mississippi, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Disaster centers are assisting residents impacted by a storm in Harrison and Hancock Counties.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Vandalia Health is extending its healthcare services to cover the area of Harrison County.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Donald Trump approved individual assistance and encouraged residents to apply for aid for flood victims in Harrison County.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Hurricane Isaias prompts evacuations from Navarre while Jeff Clark serves as Harrison County's public information officer.Some support1 report
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Tropical Storm Isaias threatens heavy rain and winds in Harrison and Jackson Counties in South Mississippi.Some support4 reports2 developments inside
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County officials in Harrison County coordinate preparations for an incoming storm.Some support1 report
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County offices and parks in Harrison County are closed due to hurricane anticipation.Some support1 report
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A CPS case occurred in Gulfport, prompting the county board to address custody issues and calling on Governor Reeves.Some support1 report
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Joint law enforcement response to a credible school threat in Long Beach, Harrison County.Some support1 report
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Severe weather caused damage in Harrison County and George County, affecting Biloxi.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Councilman Shoemaker addresses drainage issues in Harrison County regarding Biloxi's flood risk.Some support1 report
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A beach nourishment project is underway in Harrison County, involving the area around Biloxi.Some support1 report
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Ocean Aero is expanding its operations in Gulfport, with support from Tate Reeves and Harrison County.Some support1 report
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Flooding impacts multiple counties, including Harrison County, prompting dam monitoring.Well supported3 reports
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Long Beach, Mississippi, and Harrison County are involved in local government updates, including pier restoration and personnel appointments.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Sean Tindell's career progression includes representation in Diamondhead, service in Harrison County, and a new appointment overseeing the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.Some support3 reports
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Donation drop-off sites are being established in Harrison County, Gulfport, and Biloxi to assist flood victims.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Disaster recovery centers have opened in Biloxi, adding to the ongoing efforts to assist flood victims in Harrison County and the surrounding area.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
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Harrison County approved contracts and MOUs using Opioid Settlement Funds to support local recovery efforts and hire an interim administrator.Some support1 report
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Memorial Health System operates in Gulfport and has partnered with Harrison County.Some support1 report
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Samaritan's Purse is providing aid to residents in Harrison County, Mississippi, along the coast.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Infrastructure issues arise in Harrison County as crews monitor and repair roads damaged by the aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur.Some support1 report
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Matt Stratton leads the EMA response to a tropical system in Harrison County.Some support2 reports
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Paul Hardesty criticized the financial mismanagement of the county board and invoked Hezekiah to help resolve the issues in Harrison County.Some support2 reports
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Flooding caused by the Biloxi River in Harrison County, Mississippi, prompted support from the American Red Cross.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Flooding occurred in Corydon, located in Harrison County, after Little Indian Creek contributed to the rising waters on June 10th.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A fatality occurred in the county during storm cleanup operations following recent storm impacts, accompanied by power outages.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Harrison County
Events traced to Harrison County, step by step, newest first- EPA grant funds Harrison County's marsh restorationEPA grant supports Harrison County's marsh restoration effortsLikely
- Gulfport's new restaurant may boost Harrison County's tax baseGulfport's new restaurant could boost Harrison County's economyPossible
- New casino development may boost Harrison County's tax baseNew casino development may boost Harrison County's tax base and economic activityLikely
Explainers that pass through Harrison County
Harrison County is a step on the way to someone elseAround Harrison County this week
News at the entities that move Harrison County most-
board of supervisors StructuralA local board of supervisors approved an ordinance limiting detention facilities, while Gilroy facilities raised concerns for Marin County.Moves Harrison County
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Isaias Shared contextFollowing Hurricane Isaias, the University of West Florida suffered tree loss and participated in data collection efforts in the Panhandle.Moves Harrison County
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Democrats OperationalPramila Jayapal links Pete Hegseth's actions to corruption, which is facing Democratic scrutiny, as reported by CNN.Moves Harrison County
Connections
The 38 strongest of 147, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Biloxi Structural
Biloxi is a city administratively located within Harrison County, which provides the governing jurisdiction.
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Tate Reeves Structural
Tate Reeves exercises formal executive authority over Harrison County, impacting its operational status through declarations and policy.
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David Shoemaker Structural
David Shoemaker serves as a councilman, performing official duties and addressing issues within the governance structure of Harrison County.
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Jeff Clark Structural
Jeff Clark serves as the Public Information Officer for Harrison County.
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Wetzel Structural
Wetzel holds the formal administrative position of Circuit Clerk within Harrison County.
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board of supervisors Structural
The Board of Supervisors formally reviews and manages the spending and budget of Harrison County.
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Biloxi River Operational
The Biloxi River's state caused flooding within Harrison County.
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Isaias Shared context
Storm Isaias is observed threatening the coastal community of Harrison County.
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Paul Hardesty Operational
Paul Hardesty criticized the financial mismanagement of the Harrison County board.
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Hezekiah Operational
A is engaged by B to provide expertise and solutions regarding the county's operational issues.
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Hancock County Operational
The two counties operate as disaster centers to provide assistance to residents affected by severe weather events.
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Matt Blackwood Shared context
Blackwood discussed issues and damage occurring within the geographical boundaries of Harrison County.
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Arthur Mentioned together
Harrison County and Arthur are co-mentioned in articles discussing the aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur affecting the county.
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CPS Structural
Harrison County's governing board addresses and oversees the operational issues of Child Protective Services (CPS).
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Anchor Lake Shared context
Anchor Lake is a specific geographic feature located within the jurisdiction of Harrison County, which is subject to regulatory oversight.
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Donald Trump Transactional
Harrison County officials requested a declaration from Donald Trump, which resulted in the approval of individual assistance for flood victims.
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Lanesville Shared context
Lanesville is geographically located within the boundaries of Harrison County.
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OCEAN Operational
Harrison County is actively contributing to a project associated with OCEAN.
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Covington County Shared context
Harrison and Covington Counties are neighboring jurisdictions that experienced water rescues.
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Fayette County Mentioned together
Both counties were co-mentioned due to being affected by August floods.
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Gulfport Shared context
Both locations share a regional context and participate in localized functions, such as disaster relief and business expansion.
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Memorial Health System Operational
Harrison County and Memorial Health System maintain a formal partnership for coordinated operations.
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Kanawha County Shared context
Both entities are counties located in West Virginia and are contextually linked through the shared impact of severe flooding events.
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Democrats Operational
Democrats are actively competing for political influence within Harrison County.
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Cindy Hyde-Smith Shared context
Cindy Hyde-Smith ran for office within the geographical boundaries of Harrison County.
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George County Shared context
Both counties were affected by the same severe weather event causing damage to their infrastructure.
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Jackson County Shared context
Both Harrison County and Jackson County are located in the South Mississippi region.
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Chad Lewis Shared context
Chad Lewis provided community assistance during a storm while operating within Harrison County.
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Tim Curry Shared context
Tim Curry was observed encouraging residents to apply for aid within Harrison County.
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Corydon Shared context
Corydon is geographically located within Harrison County.
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Matt Stratton Operational
Matt Stratton leads emergency management responses within Harrison County during tropical systems.
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West Virginia Shared context
Harrison County is a location within the state of West Virginia.
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Anchor Lake Shared context
Anchor Lake is located within Harrison County, which serves as the geographical context for dam monitoring.
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Jim Byrd Shared context
The county is the location where infrastructure named after the individual operates.
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Mississippi Shared context
Harrison County is geographically located within the state of Mississippi.
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Vandalia Health Operational
Vandalia Health provides healthcare services within the jurisdiction of Harrison County.
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Coast Shared context
Coast operates within the geographical boundaries of Harrison County.
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Long Beach Shared context
The evidence provided does not describe any relationship or shared context between Long Beach and Harrison County.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
6 events- Donald Trump approved individual assistance and encouraged residents to apply for aid for flood victims in Harrison County.
- Hurricane Isaias prompts evacuations from Navarre while Jeff Clark serves as Harrison County's public information officer.
- Tropical Storm Isaias threatens heavy rain and winds in Harrison and Jackson Counties in South Mississippi.
- County officials in Harrison County coordinate preparations for an incoming storm.
- County offices and parks in Harrison County are closed due to hurricane anticipation.
- A CPS case occurred in Gulfport, prompting the county board to address custody issues and calling on Governor Reeves.
September 2026
5 events- Disaster centers are assisting residents impacted by a storm in Harrison and Hancock Counties.
- Vandalia Health is extending its healthcare services to cover the area of Harrison County.
- Joint law enforcement response to a credible school threat in Long Beach, Harrison County.
- Councilman Shoemaker addresses drainage issues in Harrison County regarding Biloxi's flood risk.
- A beach nourishment project is underway in Harrison County, involving the area around Biloxi.
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August 2026
4 events- Ocean Aero is expanding its operations in Gulfport, with support from Tate Reeves and Harrison County.
- Long Beach, Mississippi, and Harrison County are involved in local government updates, including pier restoration and personnel appointments.
- Sean Tindell's career progression includes representation in Diamondhead, service in Harrison County, and a new appointment overseeing the Mississippi Department of Public Safety.
- Disaster recovery centers have opened in Biloxi, adding to the ongoing efforts to assist flood victims in Harrison County and the surrounding area.
July 2026
6 events- Harrison County approved contracts and MOUs using Opioid Settlement Funds to support local recovery efforts and hire an interim administrator.
- Memorial Health System operates in Gulfport and has partnered with Harrison County.
- Samaritan's Purse is providing aid to residents in Harrison County, Mississippi, along the coast.
- Infrastructure issues arise in Harrison County as crews monitor and repair roads damaged by the aftermath of Tropical Storm Arthur.
- Matt Stratton leads the EMA response to a tropical system in Harrison County.
- Paul Hardesty criticized the financial mismanagement of the county board and invoked Hezekiah to help resolve the issues in Harrison County.
June 2026
6 events- Severe weather caused damage in Harrison County and George County, affecting Biloxi.
- Flooding impacts multiple counties, including Harrison County, prompting dam monitoring.
- Donation drop-off sites are being established in Harrison County, Gulfport, and Biloxi to assist flood victims.
- Flooding caused by the Biloxi River in Harrison County, Mississippi, prompted support from the American Red Cross.
- Flooding occurred in Corydon, located in Harrison County, after Little Indian Creek contributed to the rising waters on June 10th.
- A fatality occurred in the county during storm cleanup operations following recent storm impacts, accompanied by power outages.