Nate
DMR warning boaters of debris danger in the water
WLOX
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is warning boaters of dangers in the water following Hurricane Nate. Officials said boaters should use caution due to debris in the water, damaged piers, and damaged lights at public marinas.
If Hurricane Nate ruined your dock or pier, you’ll want to read this
Sun Herald
If Hurricane Nate damaged or destroyed your pier, boathouse or dock, you may qualify for no permit fees typically charged by the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources.
City of Biloxi working to clear debris, make repairs
WLOX
The sounds of boats running off generators can still be heard at Point Cadet Marina, as City of Biloxi crews work to restore power for individual slips.
Barrier islands to remain closed after Nate
WLOX
OCEAN SPRINGS, MS (WLOX) -Mississippi barrier islands will remain closed after post-hurricane assessments revealed moderate to significant damage in multiple areas.
State
EVERYDAY TECH: RECYCLING TECHNOLOGY
MPB
We love our computers and smartphones and gadgets until they stop working. Then these devices such as printers and monitors, not to mention the batteries and cables, often become electronic garbage. Gadgets aren't made to last, after all. No computer or phone maker is going to mind if you upgrade every year or two. In fact, they count on it. Consequently, all this junk ends up in the back of your closet or stored in your garage, collecting dust, because you aren't sure what to do with it. So on this episode of Everyday Tech, we'll discuss recycling technology with our guest, Jennifer Milner, State Recycling Coordinator with the MS Dept. of Environmental Quality.
Residents fed up with illegal dumping turn to the city for help
WLBT
JACKSON, MS (Mississippi News Now) -It's a sight no proud homeowner wants to see on their drive home, litter lining the streets. Some south Jackson residents want more education and stiffer penalties for violators in hopes of preventing illegal dumping.
Pearl River littered with tires just North of HWY 80 in Jackson
WLBT
JACKSON, MS (Mississippi News Now) -Inspiring both young and old to donate their time to clean up one of Mississippi's largest waterways, the 2017 Pearl River Clean Sweep collected more than 36,000 pounds of trash from Philadelphia to the Gulf Coast.
Operation Renew Our Rivers cleans up Coast waterways
WLOX
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WLOX) -South Mississippi's waterways are now cleaner thanks to dozens of volunteers.
Heartfelt concerns clash over proposed county poultry regulations
Monroe Journal
ABERDEEN – Strong opinions voiced by state-recognized advocates of poultry farming and concerned residents with property stakes near such operations came by the numbers Oct. 5 to plead their cases before the board of supervisors for a public hearing providing direction for a potential county ordinance on the matter.
...During recent meetings, supervisors have considered adopting what would be Mississippi’s first county-regulated poultry ordinance. In addition to federal guidelines poultry farmers must follow, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality regulates aspects like air and water quality and distances.
Company looking to bring 300 jobs to Americold site
Daily Times Leader
WEST POINT, MS
A series of resolutions was approved in a joint city-county meeting that would open the door for a major economic development project to bring $50 million in capital investment and roughly 300 jobs to the area.
Sanderson Farms celebrating 70 years
Madison County Journal
“We always want to be the kind of company that remembers its heritage,” said Joe Frank Sanderson, Jr., chairman and CEO of Sanderson Farms. “My grandfather began the business with a focus on hard work, honesty, and family. As Sanderson Farms continues to grow, these values will always be a large part of our story.”
State Government
DOR rolls out new MS vehicle registration network
WLOX
If you've been experiencing longer wait times at the tax collector office, you have MARVIN to thank.
Oil Spill
5-week bid extension may cause delay in MS Aquarium opening
WLOX
GULFPORT, MS (WLOX) -According to officials, the Mississippi Aquarium may not open until late 2019 or early 2020.
Downtown Pensacola hatchery project appears to violate lease, faces new criticism
PNJ
Restoration of Norriego Point in Destin begins
WEAR
DESTIN, Fla. (WEAR) — Work to restore Norriego Point in Destin officially began the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 11th.
National
EPA announces $115 million cleanup for Houston site
AP
The
Environmental Protection Agencyapproved a plan to remove sediments laced with highly toxic dioxin from a partially submerged Superfund site near Houston damaged during Hurricane Harvey, officials announced Wednesday.
Air pollution from California fires equals a year’s worth of traffic, analyst says
USA Today
Commission delays decision on using river water in oilfields
AP
DICKINSON, N.D.
The Little Missouri River Commission has postponed a decision on drawing water from the scenic river for use in oilfields.
Fall bird migration begins watch period for avian flu
Radio Iowa
Iowa poultry producers are reminded to be vigilant for signs of avian influenza as wild bird populations are beginning their fall migrations and could bring perilous hazards with them.
Press Releases
MDMR to waive permit fees
for repairing, rebuilding after Hurricane Nate
BILOXI, Miss. – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources said Wednesday the agency will waive permit fees until April 30, 2018, for structures that need to be repaired or rebuilt from damage due to Hurricane Nate.
These structures include piers, boathouses and docks – anything built over the water that requires a permit by MDMR.
To qualify for a permit fee waiver, the owner must have received a permit previously, and the structure must be repaired or rebuilt according to the specifications in the original permit.
Property owners still must submit an application and get another permit before beginning construction.
For more information, contact MDMR’s Wetlands Permitting Bureau at 228-523-4106.
MDMR officials also are still looking for boats that were sunk or stranded in the hurricane.
Anyone who sees a boat that is partially sunk or washed up on the beach or a pier should call 1-844-WE-R-DMR (1-844-937-6367) or 228-523-4134.
