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

Coast Democrats excited about presidential inauguration

Inauguration day is Wednesday and Democratic supporters In South Mississippi are getting excited.

Mike Lacy

Published January 17, 2021 at 8:32 PM

Pirates take over Beauvoir and win over first-time visitors

Pirates have taken over Beauvoir this weekend, but instead of robbing, they’re bringing in money, by attracting people who may not have ever come to the museum dedicated to Jefferson Davis, the only Confederate president.

Mike Lacy

Published January 16, 2021 at 8:58 PM

Some front-line healthcare workers show their essential work behind the scenes

Karen Cole’s job as operations manager of environmental services for Memorial Hospital is hard enough, but that job during a pandemic has another level of pressure.

Mike Lacy

Published January 15, 2021 at 5:41 PM

Gov. Tate Reeves frustrated with roll-out but sees the positive side

Gov. Tate Reeves was on the Gulf Coast today, speaking on his frustration along with everyone else with the state’s rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program, but he found a positive outlook.

Mike Lacy

Published January 14, 2021 at 6:49 PM

Gov. Reeves on the Coast to welcome 2 new GOP members, make state appointments

Gov. Tate Ree Today, Gov. Tate Reeves appointed a Gulf Coast district attorney that will fill a vacancy on the court of appeals, along with a newly appointed state prosecutor.

Mike Lacy

Published January 14, 2021 at 4:10 PM

As temperatures drop, cold water can be deadly in minutes

While there is a chill in the air, there’s also a chill in the water, and that can create deadly consequences for outdoor enthusiasts.

Mike Lacy

Published January 13, 2021 at 5:53 PM

Port of Gulfport still searching for new director as new research center rises

It’s been more than six months since Jonathan Daniels left as executive director of the Port of Gulfport, and port commissioners are still in the process of interviewing candidates.

Mike Lacy

Published January 13, 2021 at 5:31 PM

The face of a movement reflects on years of work to get Mississippi flag changed

It took a simple stroke of a pen to retire the old state flag. A simple pull on a rope to take it down, and a simple check on a box to vote in a new design. But it took a complex effort to make those easy gestures happen.

Mike Lacy

Published January 10, 2021 at 9:14 PM

As temps drop, business gets hot for cold-weather items

It’s cold, but business is hot for items to keep the chill at bay. Fazzio’s Home & Farm Center in Lizana has been stocking up on typical cold-weather items most people may need like pipe insulation, heat lamps and plastic sheeting.

Mike Lacy

Published January 9, 2021 at 9:12 PM

Memorial vaccine distribution smoother second time around

Memorial Hospital once again offered free Moderna COVID-19 vaccinations today for those 75 years and older. On Friday, the remaining 900 doses were administered at the D’Iberville Community Center.

Mike Lacy

Published January 8, 2021 at 4:49 PM

Memorial’s roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations for 75+ slow, but appreciated

Memorial Hospital at Gulfport opened four locations Thursday to roll out free COVID-19 vaccinations for seniors 75 years and older.

Mike Lacy

Published January 7, 2021 at 6:12 PM

Coast dentists excited about COVID-19 vaccinations

Dentists and their staff, considered frontline healthcare workers, are getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

Mike Lacy

Published January 6, 2021 at 5:37 PM

Old Markham Hotel finally getting new renovations

An eye sore in downtown Gulfport has become a sight for sore eyes. After sitting for years in a dilapidated state, the former Markham Hotel no longer looks its age.

Mike Lacy

Published January 3, 2021 at 9:12 PM

Coast visitors extend holiday stay just a little longer

New Year’s Day has come and gone, but the holiday weekend continues. That means visitors from all over are staying just a little longer to take in the sights, and that sets a nice template for tourism season in 2021.

Mike Lacy

Published January 3, 2021 at 6:41 AM

Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots getting customers’ attention

The rising Mega Millions and Powerball jackpots are getting the attention of residents on Coast.

Mike Lacy

Published January 1, 2021 at 1:45 PM

Downtown Gulfport CTA hub ready to open Monday

The old Harrison County Library has been transformed into a CTA hub. And it will officially open for business in its new capacity on Monday.

Mike Lacy

Published December 31, 2020 at 6:13 PM

Lynn Meadows celebrates new year early with ‘Countdown to Noon’

The children at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center beat everyone in their New Year’s Eve celebrations by about 12 hours. They had their own called ‘Countdown to Noon.’ But for a moment, it looked like it might not happen.

Mike Lacy

Published December 31, 2020 at 3:46 PM

Coast residents weigh in with New Year’s resolutions

Friday is New Year’s Day, and it’s a day that a lot of people have been looking forward to, as a year of change and of hope. But for big things to happen, some changes need to be made individually.

Mike Lacy

Published December 27, 2020 at 8:11 PM

Pyrotechnic fans load up to send 2020 out with a bang

Fireworks sales could be much better, but they are pretty good for a pandemic year. Dedicated pyrotechnic fans loaded up their supplies for what promises to be a big celebration to send 2020 out with a bang.

Mike Lacy

Published December 26, 2020 at 8:47 PM

Coast residents, visitors make heart-felt Christmas wishes

Many Christmas wishes have been made this year. Some will be granted, some won’t. Regardless, a lot of Gulf Coast residents and visitors are looking for something less from the pocket book and more from the heart.

Mike Lacy

Published December 24, 2020 at 7:16 PM

Reaction so far, so good to Hancock County mask mandate

It’s a little early to tell if there has been a massive pushback or acceptance of the latest mask mandate in Hancock County by Gov. Tate Reeves.

Mike Lacy

Published December 23, 2020 at 2:55 PM

Friends, family say final goodbyes to Wiggins mayor Joel Miles

Today, friends and family said a final goodbye to Wiggins Mayor Joel Miles. He died less than a week ago after a short battle with COVID-19.

Mike Lacy

Published December 18, 2020 at 5:46 PM

Five-year-old Gulfport boy celebrates last day of chemotherapy

Five-year-old Sumner Holland has beaten leukemia. Friday was his last day of chemotherapy.

Mike Lacy

Published December 18, 2020 at 12:23 PM

Stone Elementary uses Christmas as lesson in international culture

Stone Elementary Principal Sandy Danzey has gone all out for Christmas, and the enthusiasm has spread to the staff.

Mike Lacy

Published December 17, 2020 at 4:49 PM

Traffic lights soon coming to intersections still doing without

Since Hurricane Zeta did a number on traffic lights, cities along the Gulf Coast have been struggling to get them back up.

Mike Lacy

Published December 16, 2020 at 8:27 PM

Biloxi Elks: ‘If they can’t come see Santa, we’re going to bring Santa to see them’

Santa and Mrs. Claus created the smiles, but it took a good partnership with the Biloxi Elks Club to make it happen this year - for the 59th time.

Mike Lacy

Published December 16, 2020 at 2:20 PM

North Gulfport Christmas event looks to give more than food and gift cards

An ATV group in North Gulfport formed in honor of a young man shot to death in July wanted a Christmas event that gave away more than food and gift cards.

Mike Lacy

Published December 13, 2020 at 9:00 PM

Coast families keep ‘Picture with Santa’ tradition alive with COVID-19 safety protocols in place

In a tough year when many public traditions have come to a halt because of COVID-19, there’s one that has survived with all the safety protocols in place, of course.

Mike Lacy

Published December 12, 2020 at 9:00 PM

Gulfport school employee gets grant to take the library into the community

A Gulfport school employee has received a big award to help finance a big idea that will take the library out of the building and into the community.

Mike Lacy

Published December 11, 2020 at 3:51 PM

Gulfport water officials taking heat for high bills again

Gulfport ended the flat rate billing system in November that it started in March, and now that the bills have come due, residents are flooding social media with complaints about bills as much as $200 or more.

Mike Lacy

Published December 11, 2020 at 3:39 PM

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