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10/21/2026

At about 5 PM Dispatch received a report of gunshots in the area of sixth Avenue near Forest Street. Officers arrived on scene and was able to confirm with people who were outside in the area that it was a car backfiring. Shortly after that, someone who saw all the police heading that way called Dispatch advising that they were behind a car that was backfiring on Goodyear Boulevard.

There were no shots fired in the area at that time.

****UPDATE****Weil has been located and is fine. Thank you for all the prayers and shares.Please be on the lookout for 1...
10/21/2026

****UPDATE****

Weil has been located and is fine. Thank you for all the prayers and shares.

Please be on the lookout for 18 year-old Joshua Weil.  He is about 6’3” with a moderate build. He was last seen wearing a white shirt or jacket, and unknown type of pants. He should be driving a 2008 GMC Sierra Grey in color with a LSU tag on the front of it.

Weil left work (In the City limits of Picayune) for lunch at about 12 PM then left home to go back to work at about 1 PM and never made it back to work. 

 Credit Card activity and video from a convenience store on Highway 43 N. near I 59 shows Weil there at about 1:10 PM.

Weil’s family is very worried because they cannot contact him by phone.

If anyone has any information on his whereabouts, please call Pearl River County Central dispatch at 601-749-5482.

10/21/2026

At about 9:40 PM officers with the Picayune Police Department heard what they believed to be two gunshots coming from the area of Ponderosa. Officers patrolled the area and did not see or hear anything. No calls came into dispatch.

If anyone heard or saw anything please call Pearl River County Central Dispatch @ 601-749-5482.

10/19/2026

On October 17, 2026 at about 9 PM officers were dispatched to a shooting incident on sixth Avenue near Forest Street. No one has reported being struck by a bullet but two unoccupied vehicles were struck. Witnesses reported seeing several vehicles leave the scene and one person was reported being seen running from the scene on foot towards Goodyear Blvd. Officers saturated the area in an attempt to locate the subject on foot but was unable to locate him.
No arrests have been made at this time.
Anyone with any information please contact Pearl River County Central Dispatch @ 601-749-5482.

10/08/2026

10/8/26 8:50 AM - see updates posted below

As of this morning, projected impacts to Picayune appear minimal; however, hurricanes are not predictable, and tracks can shift quickly. Out of an abundance of caution, the city is taking proactive steps to prepare. Please monitor local news outlets for the most up-to-date information about the hurricane.

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE: We recommend following us directly on our official page (City Hall of Picayune) for ongoing updates. Because Facebook allows live edits without character limits, that specific post will be updated continuously as schedules, weather, or city operations change. You can also monitor our website at www.picayune.ms.us .

SANDBAG INFORMATION:
Sandbags are available starting today at 8:00 AM.
Locations:
• Leola Jordan Park (East Canal)
• JP Johnson Park (Rosa Street)
Details:
• Sandbags are self-serve. Bags are provided on-site; please bring your own shovel.

COMMUNITY MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM:
The city of Picayune utilizes a mass notification platform as a tool for delivering critical emergency alerts and community updates directly to our residents. If you have not registered yet, we strongly encourage you to sign up today.

This service can push alerts via email, text message, or direct phone call. If you miss an official phone alert call, you can dial that number back to listen to the recording as long as the alert remains active.

3 Easy Ways to Sign Up:
1. Online via the Web Portal:
Customize your notification preferences and contact methods directly through the CivicPlus Resident Portal:
• Friendly, easy link: https://picayune-ms.myfreealerts.com/
• Direct portal link: https://portal.civicplus.com/MS-Picayune/notifications

2. Quick Text Opt-In:
If you want immediate text alerts on your phone without filling out an online form, simply text PicayuneMS to 38276.
(Note: Official city text alerts will come from short code 38276—it is safe to open and click links sent from this number.)

3. Download the Mobile App:
Download the free MyAlerts app in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to manage your alerts and receive direct push notifications (including general weather updates through the app).

Please take a few moments to register today so we can keep you and your family safely informed. This also replaces our NotifyMe alerts through the website. Stay safe and weather alert, Picayune!

6:00 PM update:

There isn’t much of a change for Picayune at this time. The storm is forecast to hit a little further east than what was predicted this morning. However, it does not hurt to prepare in the event said forecast changes.

10/9 10:10 update

Picayune is currently on the calmer, western side of Hurricane Isaias. The brunt of the storm is tracking well to our east, with landfall expected tonight between Mobile and Pensacola.

Local Expectations:

• Winds: Breezy conditions today, with gusts up to 30 mph possible through Saturday afternoon.

• Rain: Scattered showers and thunderstorms are likely tonight into Saturday.

• Impacts: Localized threats remain low, but please secure loose outdoor items and stay weather-aware.

The Picayune Community Saferoom will open at 12:00 PM today and remain open until 12:00 PM tomorrow at 501 Laurel Street. As a reminder, this facility is a saferoom only, and no food, bedding, or supplies are provided. Residents must bring their own essential items, including food, water, prescription medications, blankets, and comfort items.

We will keep you updated here if needed.

Thank you to all of our local businesses that donated food, and to everyone who had booths at our national night out aga...
10/08/2026

Thank you to all of our local businesses that donated food, and to everyone who had booths at our national night out against crime event. It was a huge success.

10/06/2026

🎮 Power Up Your Community! ⚡
Join us for this year's National Night Out as we celebrate the people, organizations, and partnerships that help make our community stronger every day.
From public safety and local businesses to schools, nonprofits, and community organizations, each vendor will feature their own unique "Power-Up" through interactive activities, demonstrations, and family-friendly fun.
Come discover how we all play a role in building a safer, stronger community—because every power-up makes a difference.
📅 Date: Tuesday October 6th
📍 Location: The Crosby Commons
⏰ Time: 5:00PM - 7:00PM

****UPDATE****The runaways have been located and are fine. Thank you to everyone who called with information and shared ...
10/03/2026

****UPDATE****

The runaways have been located and are fine.
Thank you to everyone who called with information and shared our post.

Please be on the lookout for two runaway juveniles. 

Janice Hilton and Tiara Hodnett ran away from the area of Arborgate Apartments in Picayune around 10:30 pm last night (10-02-26).

Unknown clothing description.

We are aware that these pictures are not of the best quality, but this is what we were provided with.

Anyone with any information please call Pearl River County Dispatch @ 601-749-5482



Congratulations to Jacob Petree who was promoted to Captain / CID Commander last week. Captain Petree has been with The...
09/29/2026

Congratulations to Jacob Petree who was promoted to Captain / CID Commander last week. 
Captain Petree has been with The Picayune Police Department for six years. He has worked as a patrolman, narcotics investigator, and was a lieutenant in the special operations division  prior to his promotion. Captain Petree is also a fi****ms instructor, and swat team leader for the police department.
We are confident that Captain Petree will do a great job in his new position. 

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