Apr 21, 2016: WLOX: 'Go-cup' bill awaiting governor's signature
"We have been in favor of this bill from the start," Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes said. "It makes all the sense in the world with the way that our downtown has been developed."
"We have been in favor of this bill from the start," Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes said. "It makes all the sense in the world with the way that our downtown has been developed."
Mar 31, 2016: Sun Herald: Gulfport aquarium deserves Mississippi's help
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes says he believes the Legislature will OK a bond bill to provide the funding but that money might be paid over time rather than in one lump.
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes says he believes the Legislature will OK a bond bill to provide the funding but that money might be paid over time rather than in one lump.
Mar 23, 2016: Sun Herald: Gulfport kills Lil Boosie outdoor concert; show will go on inside
Bush said he has tried to compromise with the city, but the city is not willing to work with him. However, he said, Mayor Billy Hewes and Chief Administrative Officer John Kelly have been supportive. Bush said he has cut back hours at the club on Thursdays and Saturdays, and no longer opens on Fridays.
Bush said he has tried to compromise with the city, but the city is not willing to work with him. However, he said, Mayor Billy Hewes and Chief Administrative Officer John Kelly have been supportive. Bush said he has cut back hours at the club on Thursdays and Saturdays, and no longer opens on Fridays.
Mar 10, 2016: WLOX: Veterans ride their way to recovery
"This group not only puts these on, but they build custom bicycles for these folks who have lost limbs. Last year, we had two or three quad amputees actually participate," said Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes.
"This group not only puts these on, but they build custom bicycles for these folks who have lost limbs. Last year, we had two or three quad amputees actually participate," said Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes.
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Feb 3, 2016: WLOX: Gulfport Mayor weighs in on 1,000 potential jobs to Gulfport
But first, the state legislature has to approve an incentive package that will be reviewed during a special called session. Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is hopeful things will pan out. Jan 26, 2016: WLOX: $140 million casino resort takes a gamble on Gulfport
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes said Mississippi Coast Entertainment wants to develop a casino on the same property that Rotate Black was looking to develop. That property is adjacent to the small craft harbor. Jan 12, 2016: WLOX: Gulfport leaders plant magnolia tree to commemorate Jackson commissioning
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes said this is a very appropriate way to recognize the special bond between the military and the cities of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, and there was no more fitting way to honor that bond then by planting the magnolias, the state tree of Mississippi. Dec 1, 2015: Sun Herald: BILLY HEWES: Don't squander a second chance at Turkey Creek
Oct 21, 2015: WXXV: Coast Mayors to attend Rising Tides Conference in New Hampshire
Mississippi Gulf Coast Mayors Connie Moran of Ocean Springs, Billy Hewes of Gulfport and Chipper McDermott of Pass Christian will join a bipartisan group of more than 30 mayors and local officials to raise awareness that coastal flooding/sea level rise demands more attention from leaders at all levels of government. |
Sept 15, 2015: WXXV: Gulfport Police Receive Pay Raise
Mayor Billy Hewes said, “We’ve been going back and forth for a couple of months, at least now. There were some positions we wanted, some positions they wanted. Different exchanges. And that’s part of the negotiation, part of the process.”
Mayor Billy Hewes said, “We’ve been going back and forth for a couple of months, at least now. There were some positions we wanted, some positions they wanted. Different exchanges. And that’s part of the negotiation, part of the process.”
June 17, 2015: WTOK: Gulfport Mayor Wants Slabs and Pilings Removed
Mayor Billy Hewes said Tuesday the slabs and pilings are "unsightly" and a "blight."
Mayor Billy Hewes said Tuesday the slabs and pilings are "unsightly" and a "blight."
Apr 29, 2015: PR Newswire: Island View Casino Resort opens $58 million beach tower hotel in Gulfport, Miss.
"As a private, locally owned business, we recognized the opportunity to further invest in the Mississippi Gulf Coast's future through this property expansion, which will strongly support the growth of our area's tourism industry and create a significant economic driver, including approximately 300 direct jobs," said Rick Carter, who co-owns the resort with Terry Green. "Today, as we proudly cut the ribbon to open the new beach tower, we are grateful to the support of this project by so many, including Gov. Phil Bryant; Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes; the Mississippi State Port Authority commissioners and Jonathan Daniels, the Port's executive director; Lindsey Inman, Island View's CEO; and the resort's dedicated and loyal vice presidents, directors, managers and team."
"As a private, locally owned business, we recognized the opportunity to further invest in the Mississippi Gulf Coast's future through this property expansion, which will strongly support the growth of our area's tourism industry and create a significant economic driver, including approximately 300 direct jobs," said Rick Carter, who co-owns the resort with Terry Green. "Today, as we proudly cut the ribbon to open the new beach tower, we are grateful to the support of this project by so many, including Gov. Phil Bryant; Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes; the Mississippi State Port Authority commissioners and Jonathan Daniels, the Port's executive director; Lindsey Inman, Island View's CEO; and the resort's dedicated and loyal vice presidents, directors, managers and team."
Apr 17, 2015: Gulf Live: See video of Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes get wind tossed while rappelling down Beau Rivage
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant had a nice, gentle ride down from the 27th floor of the Beau Rivage during a charity rappelling event Friday, but Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes wasn't quite as lucky.
Mississippi Gov. Phil Bryant had a nice, gentle ride down from the 27th floor of the Beau Rivage during a charity rappelling event Friday, but Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes wasn't quite as lucky.
Mar 31, 2015: Sun Herald: Mississippi's aquarium Gulfport solidifies plans for regional tourist attraction downtown
The library would become a welcome center and transit area for residents and tourists who visit the aquarium and Gulfport's waterfront, Mayor Billy Hewes said.
The library would become a welcome center and transit area for residents and tourists who visit the aquarium and Gulfport's waterfront, Mayor Billy Hewes said.
Mar 30, 2015: Clarion Ledger: Legislative fear and loathing over borrowing for projects]
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes III, a former longtime state senator, unsuccessfully ran against Reeves for lieutenant governor in 2011 and the two had been political foes. But recently, Hewes endorsed Reeves for re-election, prompting some lawmakers to question Reeves backing the $24.5 million aquarium project Hewes is pushing.
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes III, a former longtime state senator, unsuccessfully ran against Reeves for lieutenant governor in 2011 and the two had been political foes. But recently, Hewes endorsed Reeves for re-election, prompting some lawmakers to question Reeves backing the $24.5 million aquarium project Hewes is pushing.
Mar 24, 2015: Sun Herald: Gulfport council OKs Fishbone Alley project, modeled after Printer's Alley in Nashville
Mayor Billy Hewes said the Mississippi Main Street Association, which was brought in to advise the revitalization of downtown, thinks this is an idea that could change Gulfport forever.
Mayor Billy Hewes said the Mississippi Main Street Association, which was brought in to advise the revitalization of downtown, thinks this is an idea that could change Gulfport forever.
Mar 16, 2015: Jackson Free Press: Analysis: Influence of Senate Conservative Coalition Wanes
Reeves served two terms as state treasurer before defeating longtime state Sen. Billy Hewes of Gulfport in a contentious Republican primary for lieutenant governor in 2011. Hewes took the unusual step of announcing who would be on his leadership team if he were elected, and the list included McDaniel and Republican Sen. Michael Watson of Pascagoula as chairmen of powerful Senate committees.
Reeves served two terms as state treasurer before defeating longtime state Sen. Billy Hewes of Gulfport in a contentious Republican primary for lieutenant governor in 2011. Hewes took the unusual step of announcing who would be on his leadership team if he were elected, and the list included McDaniel and Republican Sen. Michael Watson of Pascagoula as chairmen of powerful Senate committees.
Dec 3, 2014: MBJ: Gulfport takes steps to develop aquarium
Mayor Billy Hewes envisions an aquarium that will be interactive, educational and fun — and link downtown to Jones Park with a skyway over U.S. Highway 90. The development will also overlook the Gulfport Harbor.
Mayor Billy Hewes envisions an aquarium that will be interactive, educational and fun — and link downtown to Jones Park with a skyway over U.S. Highway 90. The development will also overlook the Gulfport Harbor.
Apr 13, 2012: Gulf Live: Billy Hewes planning to run for mayor of Gulfport in 2013
Hewes, R-Gulfport, who lost the Republican primary for lieutenant governor to eventual winner Tate Reeves last year, is preparing to run for mayor of Gulfport in 2013, according to a report from the Sun Herald.
Hewes, R-Gulfport, who lost the Republican primary for lieutenant governor to eventual winner Tate Reeves last year, is preparing to run for mayor of Gulfport in 2013, according to a report from the Sun Herald.
June 3, 2002: MBJ: New alliance wants ‘to galvanize South Mississippi’
Sen. Billy Hewes III, who represents Harrison County. “A lot of us subscribe to the philosophy that a rising tide lifts all boats. If South Mississippi does well, the whole state does well. Given what we do contribute, we think we should be more active at the table.”
Sen. Billy Hewes III, who represents Harrison County. “A lot of us subscribe to the philosophy that a rising tide lifts all boats. If South Mississippi does well, the whole state does well. Given what we do contribute, we think we should be more active at the table.”
William Gardner "Billy" Hewes III is a Republican politician. He is the mayor of Gulfport, Mississippi and the former President pro tempore of the Mississippi State Senate. He was born in New Iberia, Louisiana and currently lives in Gulfport, Mississippi.