#HARCO HAPPENINGS APRIL 2025

Harrison County Board of Supervisors to Meet in april

Harrison County Board of Supervisors

The Harrison County Board of Supervisors held their first monthly meeting on Monday, April 7th, in the First Judicial Courthouse in Gulfport. Their 2nd monthly was held on Monday, April 14th, in the Second Judicial Courthouse in Biloxi. A third meeting was held on April 25, 2025 at the First Judicial Courthouse, in Gulfport and a fourth meeting on April 30, 2025 at the First Judicial Courthouse in Gulfport. All meetings began at 9:30 a.m. and are streamed LIVE on YouTube. Click button below to view.

Harrison County Board of Supervisors Board Meeting

harrison county hosted county-wide easter egg hunt on April 12th

Harrison County Parks & Rec Director Bobby Trosclair & his team hid over 26,000 eggs for the over 2,500 kids at the six Easter Egg Hunt locations across the County on Saturday, April 9th! The egg hunts are free and open to the public!

Bring your fur baby to harrison county dog park!!

The Harrison County District 2 Dog Park at the Fairgrounds is for dogs of all sizes and ages! The park is over 4 acres, making it one if the largest in the state. The dog park includes agility equipment, landscaping, and shade structures. Come check it out with your fur baby..."Tails will wag, and hearts will smile—your dog will thank you!"

spring has sprung at harrison county's senior centers

Harrison County active seniors had a hopping good time in April to include Easter/Good Friday gatherings, health & fruit fair, pickleball expo, crafts, games, day trips, fun and fellowship!

"Joy, laughter, and the simple pleasures"

Social Media Tech Class for Seniors

Lyman Senior Center hosted "Social Media Tech Class" for seniors... .Tech-Savvy Seniors: Learning, Sharing, Thriving! Thank you Sage Health for the presentation.

🚒❤️ TRAINING TO SAVE LIVES

Harrison County firefighters and paramedics teamed up with staff at the Harrison County Senior Center to continue life-saving CPR training. This ongoing program ensures that all senior center employees are fully trained and up-to-date in CPR—empowering them to act quickly and confidently in emergencies.

Harrison County Attends Hurricane Conference in New Orleans

Harrison County employees attended the recent Hurricane Conference in New Orleans, gaining valuable insights and training to better serve our community during storm season.
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🎉 Food Truck Friday Was a Success! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who came out and made our Food Truck Friday event at the Courthouse in Gulfport a huge success! The delicious eats from Frankie Faye’s Good Eatin’, Down 90, and Blazin’ Wok were definitely a hit! Your participation helps support local businesses and brings our workplace community together! Be on the lookout for the next Food Truck Friday announcement—coming soon!

Ridin' with Buddies at The Harrison County Fairgrounds

Horseback Riding Nights, hosted by MS Gulf Coast Buddy Sports! 🧡 Every Monday night through May 5th, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Harrison County Fairgrounds.

📸 Volunteer Spotlight Harrison County Friends of Court Appreciation Dinner 🌟

WLOX - Friends of Court
On Friday, April 25, 2025, we gathered at the Great Southern Club in Gulfport to honor our incredible Friends of Court (FOC) volunteers! 💙 Since 2022, our 45 volunteers have advocated in 250 cases, supporting over 317 children and 14 vulnerable adults through the Harrison County Chancery Court. Their dedication ensures that every child and vulnerable adult receives the attention, care, and justice they deserve. 👏 Thank you to all our volunteers for your compassion, time, and service. YOU are making a difference.

Honoring Heroes with The Wall That Heals

The Wall That Heals - Vietnam Veterans Wall
The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, recently journeyed across the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Escorted with pride and reverence from Long Beach to D’Iberville, the solemn procession of vehicles became a powerful display of unity and remembrance. Residents lined the route, waving flags, holding signs, and offering heartfelt support in tribute to the brave men and women who served during the Vietnam War. 🕯️ The Wall That Heals was open to the public 24/7 from April 10–13.

Harrison County Beautification - Hazardous Waste Day event

To launch Earth Day celebrations, we proudly partnered with the City of D’Iberville during their annual Hazardous Waste Day event. Together, we promoted the importance of recycling, reducing, and reusing—empowering our community to make environmentally conscious choices! The City of D’Iberville, in collaboration with Harrison County and local vendors, provided residents with a safe, convenient way to dispose of household hazardous waste—contributing to a cleaner, greener community. 💚 At the same time, Harrison County’s 2nd Saturday event at our Rockco McFarland Hazardous Waste Site saw great success, serving more than 150 residents from across the county! We’re incredibly proud of our community for stepping up and doing their part. Harrison County loves its residents—and the planet! 💪🌿

🌎 In honor of Earth Day from Harrison County! 🌳

The Harrison County Beautification and Sand Beach Department teamed up with our friends at Hancock Whitney for the second year in a row to promote a cleaner and greener community! Together, we planted several beautiful oak trees along Highway 90, making our coast not only greener but more beautiful for generations to come.

🌟 Celebrating Our Senior Community Heroes! 🌟

Congratulations to the outstanding recipients of the 2025 TRIAD Awards, honored for their incredible service and dedication to making Harrison County a better place! 🎉 A heartfelt thank you to Avery McClellon, Harrison County Sheriff's Office for her role in announcing nominees and presenting the awards. We appreciate your support and involvement in the TRIAD/S.A.L.T. Council. We also want to extend a special thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event a success – from organizers and volunteers to attendees and supporters. Your dedication and hard work truly made a difference!

Harrison County Intervention Court Welcomes Guest Speaker

Intervention Court welcomes a guest speaker Sidney Smith, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, who delivered a powerful message about his personal journey through addiction and his triumph over it. Joining him was retired Chief of Police Leonard Papania, adding a meaningful perspective to the discussion. Their visit left a lasting impact on the audience. Thank you!

Promoting Harrison County Senior Services

Jeff Clark, Executive Director Senior Services, spoke at the Pass Christian Rotary last week about the valuable services offered by Harrison County Senior Services. He was joined by his son, Charlie!

📚✨St. James Catholic Elementary Students Visit the Harrison County Courthouse ✨📚

Students from St. James Catholic Elementary School had a fabulous visit in April to the Harrison County Courthouse in Gulfport! They had the opportunity to explore several key departments, including: Emergency Management (EMA), Tax Collector, Tax Assessor, Board Room, Circuit Clerk , Chancery Courtroom, Behind the Courtrooms, Holding Cell and Justice Court. It was a fun and educational experience where students learned how local government works—and got to see it in action! A huge thank-you to everyone who welcomed and guided them throughout the day. 👏
Give the Gift of Life!
Come and get your groove on!
Derby Day fun at The Lobouy Senior Center!
Come check out the fabulous pottery made by our active senior community!

mosquitoes beware! harrison county mosquito control is out in full-force

The Harrison County Mosquito Control provides mosquito control to all populated areas of Harrison County. Licensed for drone use, HCMC conducts an ongoing mosquito-borne disease surveillance program. HCMC operates vehicle mounted spray units AT NIGHT during active mosquito season, which runs from April - September. AND..... did you know that HCMC will spray your area for SPECIAL EVENTS? Contact HCMC at (228) 896-0409 or hefayard@co.harrison.ms.us for more information.

HARRISON COUNTY EMPLOYEE MILESTONES

"Retirement, a time to enjoy all the things you never had time to do when you worked." —

Cynthia Simmons

Steven Williams

harrison county observes confederate memorial day

Harrison County offices and courthouses were closed on Monday, April 28th, in observance of Confederate Memorial Day.

Harrison County Senior Center May Calendar of Events

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