John Fitzhugh

Photojournalist

Biloxi, MS

John Fitzhugh has documented South Mississippi for over 31 years as a photojournalist at the Sun Herald newspaper. He is a graduate of the University of Florida with a degree in journalism.

He is a native of Jackson, Mississippi. He is married with three daughters and two dogs. He is a big soccer fan and loves the Saints.

Recent Articles by John

Waveland company making medical shields for health workers

Infinity AP Designs engineers, designs, and manufactures retail facades for companies like Victoria’s Secret and Abercrombie. They have been in business in Hancock County since 2012. They were in high gear when the virus hit the country.

John Fitzhugh

Published April 2, 2020 at 7:09 PM

Pass Christian feeding program temporarily suspends service

A Pass Christian church will have to suspend their feeding program unless they can find some new volunteers.

John Fitzhugh

Published April 1, 2020 at 5:02 PM

Tornado creates moments of terror, pride in community

A tornado was bearing down on her house and she desperately wanted to get to her daughter to protect her. Moments before, she was relaxing on her front porch sipping coffee and talking to her husband on the phone.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 31, 2020 at 8:29 PM

Kiln whiskey distiller kicks up hand sanitizer production

A South Mississippi distillery is helping to provide hand sanitizer to all of those in search of the much-desired product.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 30, 2020 at 5:23 PM

100th birthday celebration goes on despite coronavirus restrictions

She was born while the Spanish Flu was still wreaking havoc across the world. Now, 100 years later, her birthday celebration was interrupted by COVID-19.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 27, 2020 at 6:31 PM

Gulfport Behavioral Health System opens Stress and Anxiety Hotline during COVID-19 pandemic

COVID-19 is creating a lot of mental health stress. For those who are feeling closed-in, anxious or stressed, mental health professionals are sharing advice for you.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 27, 2020 at 10:05 AM

Coronavirus changes course of Saucier couple’s cross-country trip

A Saucier couple were on board the last Carnival Cruise ship left at sea as the coronavirus pandemic was growing in the United States.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 25, 2020 at 8:06 PM

Gulfport youth comes to work to help his mom, family

As Congress continues to hammer out the details of an economic relief package, one single mother and her family will hope her work continues.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 24, 2020 at 5:32 PM

Gulfport small businesses doing what they can to stay open

COVID-19 is hurting the economy, and small businesses are particularly struggling during the crisis.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 20, 2020 at 8:03 PM

Gulfport woman helps her senior community in time of need

Residents of Saraland Manor apartments are relaxed despite being among those considered most at risk to the novel coronavirus.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 19, 2020 at 7:15 PM

Volunteer group focuses on feeding seniors during COVID-19 outbreak

A group of volunteers the Climb CDC Family Enrichment Center in Gulfport was finishing putting together another 50 fresh salad and fruit plates to deliver to area senior citizens.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 19, 2020 at 5:40 PM

Area food pantries reap reward from closed casinos

The Beau Rivage and Palace casinos donated more than 25,000 pounds of fresh food to food pantries across the Coast Wednesday after being ordered to shut down.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 18, 2020 at 8:08 PM

Restaurants try to adapt to changing environment

McDonald's and other fast-food chains have closed their dining rooms nation-wide and are serving to-go orders only. Gulfport on Tuesday issued a recommendation for all restaurants in their city to do the same.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 17, 2020 at 8:02 PM

Gulfport community groups providing meals for children during COVID-19 crisis

At the Climb CDC Resource Center on Old Pass Road, they are handing out meals to children and delivering to those who don’t have transportation.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 16, 2020 at 7:12 PM

Neighbor seeks compassionate solution to homeless camp

There is a new partnership between the Biloxi Police and the Open Doors Homeless Coalition to help the homeless find the resources they need to get them off the street.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 11, 2020 at 9:59 PM

Work underway at Fallen Oak preparing for Rapiscan Systems Classic

The PGA Tour’s Rapiscan Systems Classic is only two weeks away. But before players like Vijay Singh, Colin Montgomery and Bernhard Langer take to Fallen Oak Golf Course, crews are busy getting things ready.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 9, 2020 at 7:48 PM

MGCCC partnership with Halter Marine will create apprentice program

A new apprenticeship program between Halter Marine and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College creates that opportunity. The program will begin in the fall with 25 students in each of the five fields. Eventually, it will expand to 11 fields.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 6, 2020 at 5:49 PM

Gulfport Fire Department helps rescue stranded baby owl

The baby great horned owl apparently fell out of its nest during last night’s storm, and the fuzzy bundle was discovered uninjured huddling against a car tire this morning.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 5, 2020 at 5:48 PM

Fisherman pulls couple from frigid waters below Biloxi-Ocean Springs bridge

It was just another charter for the experienced Biloxi captain until it turned into something extraordinary.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 3, 2020 at 5:41 PM

Notable factor in Biloxi murder was domestic violence, and it’s more common than you think

The prevalence of domestic violence was brought to the forefront this weekend when it led to the death of a Biloxi woman.

John Fitzhugh

Published March 3, 2020 at 8:28 AM

Mother of teenagers concerned over recent deadly violence involving juveniles

The mother of a family who lives around the corner from the site of a murder involving six teenagers worries about how the crime will affect them.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 27, 2020 at 9:01 PM

Alternative school students visit jail to get a dose of a possible reality

Twice a year, the Harrison County Alternative School brings students to the Harrison County jail to give them a heavy dose of reality.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 27, 2020 at 7:59 PM

New details released in shooting death, attempted robbery of Biloxi teen

The five juveniles accused of participating in a fatal Biloxi robbery had their initial appearances Wednesday.

John Fitzhugh and Yolanda Cruz

Published February 26, 2020 at 4:53 PM

Murder of South Mississippi teen revealed by doorbell camera, says family

The family of the 16-year-old girl who was murdered in her home Monday say their Ring doorbell shows the five suspects entering and leaving the house.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 26, 2020 at 6:32 AM

Slain Biloxi teen was ‘a sweet girl who didn’t hurt anyone,’ says her family

The 16-year-old who was shot and killed on Monday afternoon is being remembered by her family as a loving girl, who never meant any harm.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 25, 2020 at 5:37 PM

Biloxi residents concerned with speed, safety along curvy stretch of road

Emerald Lake Estates in Biloxi has the look of a serene neighborhood, but for a dozen homeowners who live along an S curve on Hudson-Krohn Road, it has become a game of chance.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 21, 2020 at 7:02 PM

Gulf Coast YMCA wants to add Gulfport location using RESTORE Act funds

The YMCA has done their homework, and they are ready to pitch their plan to the legislature. They are also looking for support from the residents of South Mississippi.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 20, 2020 at 4:50 PM

Dr. Steve Demetropoulos officially sworn in as Pascagoula’s new mayor

With his wife and mother watching, Demetropoulos was officially sworn in Tuesday night at the city council meeting.

John Fitzhugh and Lindsay Knowles

Published February 19, 2020 at 10:12 AM

RESTORE money for Pascagoula may not solve the problem

Residents of the Cherokee Forest subdivision in Pascagoula have been on the receiving end of industrial pollution from their neighbors at Bayou Casotte Industrial Park for years.

John Fitzhugh

Published February 17, 2020 at 9:11 PM

Body of missing Florida woman found buried in backyard at Jackson County house

A Jackson County man has been arrested and is charged in the death of a woman who has been missing for months.

Lindsay Knowles and John Fitzhugh

Published February 14, 2020 at 6:38 PM

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