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A Biloxi casino pitched four times over the past 15 years has finally gained site approval from the Mississippi Gaming Commission.

U.S. Rep. Doug Lamborn said Friday that he hopes the new name of the Briargate Post Office will remind people of Chaplain Captain Dale Goetz's patriotism and courage, as well as the courage and service of all military chaplains. "Chaplain Goetz was a man of unwavering faith and repeatedly answered the call of duty to serve his country," said Lamborn. "His devotion to others and his love of country were an example to all." The Colorado Springs Republican spoke at a ceremony to rename the post office at 8585 Criterion Drive for the Army captain who was killed in Afghanistan by an improvised exp...

Mississippi rejects casino site by former NBA team owner The Mississippi Supreme Court has affirmed the rejection of a proposed casino site on the Gulf Coast. Posted: Dec 12, 2020 8:32 PM Posted By: Associated Press BILOXI, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Supreme Court has affirmed the rejection of a proposed casino site on the Gulf Coast. Justices on Thursday affirmed a circuit court ruling that said the site did not meet standards set in state law. The development did not have a direct connection to property that touches the coastal waters. Mississippi law allows state-regulated casinos on...