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Town of Gloster Municipal Goverment

10/12/2026

The Town of Gloster maintains an active burn ban until further notice due to dry conditions and wildfire risks.

• Prohibited: Any outdoor burning with open flames or embers—including campfires, bonfires, fire pits, burn barrels, debris burning, and leaf burning.

• Contact: You can reach the Town Hall at 601-225-4216 or the Gloster Police Department at 601-225-4771 for local updates.

10/08/2026

The Town of Gloster has announced a temporary water shutdown for customers on Stump Road beginning this morning at 9:00 a.m. to repair a water leak. A precautionary boil water notice will take effect immediately for the affected area once the leak is repaired and water service is restore

10/01/2026

The Town of Gloster has issued a precautionary boil water notice for all water customers located on the following streets
•South Captain Gloster Drive
•Carney Street
•G.P. Road #2
•South West Railroad Avenue

This notice has been put in place due to a temporary drop in system pressure or maintenance. The town is actively working to resolve the issue and ensure the safety of your drinking water.

Residents will be updated as soon as the boil water order is lifted. If you have any questions, you can contact the Gloster Town Hall directly at 601-225-4216.

09/04/2026

Dear Valued Customer,

Please be advised that in observance of the upcoming Labor Day holiday, there will be no changes to your local garbage pickup schedule.

Garbage collection services within the Town of Gloster will run on their regularly scheduled business days. To ensure prompt service and guarantee your trash is picked up, please have your bins or bags placed at the curb by your normal morning collection time.

Please note that while routes remain normal, the Town's administrative offices may observe adjusted holiday hours. Regular operations will resume promptly the following day.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope you have a safe and happy holiday weekend!

Sincerely,

Town of Gloster
Management & Utilities Department

05/22/2026

Important Notice: Holiday Trash Collection Schedule

Dear Valued Customer,

Please be advised that your trash and recycling collection services will run on their regular schedule during the upcoming Memorial Day holiday on May 25, 2026.

There will be no delays in service. Please place your bins at the curb by 6:00 AM on your normal collection day to ensure prompt pickup.Our office will be closed on May 25, 2026 for Memorial Day, so our staff can celebrate with their families. Regular office hours will resume on May 26, 2026. For urgent matters, you can reach the Waste Pro Customer Service at 601-361-9967.

Thank you for being a loyal customer. We hope you have a safe and happy holiday!

02/23/2026

Dear Residents,

​Due to prolonged dry conditions, low humidity, and an increased risk of wildfire, the Town of Gloster, in coordination with the Fire Department, has issued an immediate Burn Ban effective as of 2/23/2026 until further notice.

​The safety of our community is our top priority. Under these current conditions, even a small spark can lead to a rapidly spreading fire that threatens lives and property.

02/06/2026

****UPDATE - IN CUSTODY****
***Thompson turned himself in to the Amite County jail at approximately 8pm without incident.***

WANTED: MURKELIN THOMPSON

CHARGES:
* ATTEMPTED MURDER
* AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
* SHOOTING INTO DWELLING

MURKELIN THOMPSON is wanted in connection to a shooting which occurred in Gloster on November 1, 2025 resulting in severe injury to an innocent victim and causing damage to several homes.

Thompson is to be considered armed and dangerous, DO NOT APPROACH. If you have any information about the whereabouts of Murkelin Thompson, please contact Gloster Police Department, Amite County Sheriff's Department, or CrimeStoppers. Your assistance is greatly appreciated in this matter.

**All suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law on any charges**

*CrimeStoppers of South-Central Mississippi - 888-755-8810
*Amite County Sheriff's Department - (601)657-8057
*Gloster Police Department - (601)225-4771

01/25/2026

Due to the inclement weather conditions, Gloster Town Hall will be closed tomorrow, Monday, January 26, 2026.

​Our primary concern is the safety of our residents and staff. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

01/08/2026

Dear Resident/Customer,

​We are pleased to inform you that the Boil Water Advisory / Water Notice issued on December 25, 2025 has been officially lifted, effective immediately.

​Testing and laboratory results have confirmed that the town’s water supply once again meets all safety standards and is safe for all normal use, including drinking, cooking, and ice making.

12/31/2025

In observance of New Year's Day. The Town of Gloster garbage pickup will be on Friday, January 2, 2026

Address

251 S. First Street
Gloster, MS
39638

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4pm
Tuesday 7am - 4pm
Wednesday 7am - 4pm
Thursday 7am - 4pm
Friday 7am - 4pm

Telephone

(601) 225-4216

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