Roy Howard Community Journalism Center

1 week ago | rhcjcnews.com | Justin Glowacki

Categories: VANCLEAVE — Despite public concern and warnings from the state’s marine resources department director, officials at Mississippi’s top environmental agency said they hasn’t received a single complaint in the past five years about houseboat sewage on the Pascagoula River and have taken no enforcement action as a result.

Jan 27, 2025 | rhcjcnews.com | Justin Glowacki

KILN — Imported seafood dominates the U.S. market, accounting for 64-94% of all seafood consumed in the country, according to varying sources. While imports provide affordability and year-round availability, industry representatives argue it comes at a steep cost to domestic fisheries.

Jan 20, 2025 | rhcjcnews.com | Justin Glowacki

Categories: Biloxi, MISS.—For years, Mississippi’s oyster industry has faced a cascade of challenges—from declining harvests and environmental degradation to rising operational costs and economic uncertainty. The state invested in reef restoration efforts and explored private leasing as a potential solution, but fishermen believe their voices are no longer being heard in policy discussions. At the center of this disconnect lies the Mississippi Oyster Task Force.