Mike Lacy

Reporter/Anchor

Biloxi, MS

Mike Lacy was a print journalist for 37 years before joining the WLOX team. Most of his career he spent as a writer, editor and page designer at the Sun Herald newspaper. His work has been published regionally and nationally in such newspapers as the Washington Post, Philadelphia Inquirer and Miami Herald.

Mike has a master's degree in mass communications and also teaches journalism at Tulane University's Mississippi Coast campus.

In addition, Mike has been working in performing arts for 30 years and has been an acting teacher/coach for nearly a decade. He is also a writer, director and performer with several murder mystery dinner theater companies.

He is married to Carol Lacy, and they have a son, Blake.

Recent Articles by Mike

Back Bay Mission starts brick campaign to help pay for services

The pandemic has had a disastrous trickle-down effect on non-profits, including Back Bay Mission in Biloxi.

Mike Lacy

Published September 25, 2020 at 5:23 PM

Salvation Army prepares for virtual Kettle Campaign this holiday

The annual Salvation Army Kettle Campaign “Rescue Christmas” may be significantly changed if the big corporate supporters decide it’s not safe enough to have in-person bell ringing.

Mike Lacy

Published September 25, 2020 at 3:56 PM

Bay St. Louis ups city wages to attract, keep top talent

There’s good news for Bay St. Louis city employees. The city council approved three to five percent pay raises starting in October at a net cost of just under $136,000.

Mike Lacy

Published September 24, 2020 at 5:08 PM

Saenger Theatre exterior renovations could be finished by December

Renovations that began earlier this year to the outside of the theater is expected to be finished by December.

Mike Lacy

Published September 23, 2020 at 8:34 PM

Gulfport resident Marcella Goul turns 102 and still going strong

The candles don’t blow out as easily now. But at 102, Marcella Goul has earned the right to have a little help when it comes to making a birthday wish.

Mike Lacy

Published September 20, 2020 at 8:44 PM

Rain doesn’t stop Diamondhead Arts and Crafts Fair

Rain doesn’t ruin art, at least not at the Diamondhead Arts and Crafts Fair. A little wet weather was certainly no threat to the annual event, especially if a pandemic couldn’t stop the show.

Mike Lacy

Published September 19, 2020 at 9:56 PM

Mississippi Power prepared with supplies and food for working crews

Mississippi Power was ready for whatever Hurricane Sally might bring, and part of that plan is to find a staging point for crews to get supplies, get refreshed and get on the job.

Mike Lacy

Published September 16, 2020 at 6:58 PM

Memorial Hospital well prepared for 24-hour lockdown because of Hurricane Sally

For 24 hours, Memorial Hospital employed its “Hurricane Alert Status” at its campuses in Gulfport and Wiggins that required hospital employees, visitors and patients to shelter in place.

Mike Lacy

Published September 15, 2020 at 10:56 PM

South Mississippians stocking up ahead of Tropical Storm Sally

As Tropical Storm Sally makes its way toward South Mississippi, residents are heading to the stores to do some last-minute shopping.

Mike Lacy

Published September 13, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Coast residents keeping the faith that masks will stop spread of COVID-19

It's been a long battle against COVID-19, but there has been a positive trend in the numbers of new cases in Mississippi.

Mike Lacy

Published September 12, 2020 at 7:46 PM

Benefit golf tournament memorializes 9/11 while supporting veterans

Despite being postponed for more than four months, the tournament that supports wounded combat veterans was back at the Oaks Golf Club in Pass Christian with a packed field on a special day.

Mike Lacy

Published September 11, 2020 at 5:01 PM

Second round of vetting begins for Restoration Fund projects

On Thursday, round two of the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund vetting process began with an initial meeting of its advisory board in Jackson.

Mike Lacy

Published September 10, 2020 at 5:09 PM

Hancock County School District adjusting to Wednesday distance learning

For now, Wednesdays are a little weird - and a lot empty - at Hancock County schools. Two weeks ago, the district decided all students would experience online classes once a week so a potential quarantine doesn’t push the panic button.

Mike Lacy

Published September 9, 2020 at 5:51 PM

Davis Bayou campground open at 100 percent capacity, but reaction slow

Pam and Herman Sebren love the Davis Bayou campground, and they almost have the entire place to themselves on an otherwise busy Labor Day holiday weekend.

Mike Lacy

Published September 6, 2020 at 8:43 PM

Gulfport city leaders hope to find common ground on road connector project

Gulfport had its first public meeting over a connector road project that city and business leaders say will help traffic congestion and create opportunities for economic expansion.

Mike Lacy

Published September 3, 2020 at 8:56 PM

Gulfport connector road moving forward but also getting pushback

Gulfport city and business leaders are excited about a new connector road they say will help will lessen traffic congestion and create opportunities for economic expansion.

Mike Lacy

Published September 2, 2020 at 8:27 PM

IMMS has its own niche in showcasing Gulf marine life

With the opening of the Mississippi Aquarium this weekend, the Coast has two tourist attractions that showcase Gulf marine life.

Mike Lacy

Published August 30, 2020 at 11:27 PM

St. Vincent de Paul Society hopes to provide physical and spiritual healing

The St. Vincent DePaul Society and St. Thomas Catholic Church in Long Beach is planning to take nearly a week to fill its hurricane relief trailer bound for Hurricane Laura victims in Louisiana.

Mike Lacy

Published August 29, 2020 at 9:54 PM

Katrina Memorial Blood Drive draws people who want to give back, pay forward

Hurricane Katrina still evokes strong memories among those who lived through its aftermath, but among the strongest was the good that came from it.

Mike Lacy

Published August 27, 2020 at 6:41 PM

First National Day of Freedom and Justice rally draws united crowd to Gulfport

South Mississippi added its voice to a new national outcry for prison reform. On Saturday, about 30 people gathered for a rally at Jones Park in Gulfport, hosted by The Parchman Project.

Mike Lacy

Published August 22, 2020 at 9:38 PM

USM professor says business success is about humanity as much as it is about product.

Mike Lacy

Published August 21, 2020 at 7:59 PM

Law enforcement training academy in Harrison Co. won’t have outdoor shooting range

A law enforcement training academy is in the works in Harrison County. The only problem? An outdoor firing range. But the sheriff resolved that issue quickly.

Mike Lacy

Published August 21, 2020 at 6:31 AM

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Gulf Coast virtual hubs showing promise

It’s a whole new world of learning thanks to the pandemic. But don’t worry, at the Boys & Girls Clubs, someone is there to help navigate it.

Mike Lacy

Published August 19, 2020 at 4:34 PM

Hurricane Camille’s memorial site might be moving

Camille’s devastating effects won’t be forgotten even when memorial site is moved.

Mike Lacy

Published August 16, 2020 at 10:02 PM

Residents say new state flag designs a step in the right direction

Now that the list of possible Mississippi state flag designs has been narrowed to nine, the analysis is on.

Mike Lacy

Published August 15, 2020 at 8:49 PM

North Gulfport Middle School parents making the best of quarantine.

Mike Lacy

Published August 14, 2020 at 6:11 PM

Big ship part of big mission for Port of Gulfport as Strategic Seaport

The 700-foot ship looms large on the horizon, and so does its mission to the Port of Gulfport - one of four Strategic Seaports under the command of the 842nd Transportation Battalion in Beaumont, Texas.

Mike Lacy

Published August 13, 2020 at 4:44 PM

Coast brewmaster plans to open new brewery in Biloxi

Opening a brewing company in the middle of a pandemic may not seem to be the best idea, but by mid-October, Biloxi will be getting a new one.

Mike Lacy

Published August 13, 2020 at 4:30 PM

Bar keepers bring protest of executive order to Biloxi Mayor Gilich

Bar industry protestors continue to show their anger and frustration over an executive order prohibiting the sale of alcohol after 11 p.m. in hopes of keeping down the spread of COVID-19.

Mike Lacy

Published August 12, 2020 at 3:51 PM

Biloxi man’s death proves COVID-19 not the only microscopic cause for concern

While COVID-19 is dominating the news, there’s another cause for concern in South Mississippi that also won’t go away.

Mike Lacy

Published August 10, 2020 at 6:58 AM

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