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Gulfport to show solidarity with Paris by lighting up Jones Park

Jones Park is lit up with the colors of the French flag in a sign of solidarity following the attacks in Paris.
Jones Park is lit up with the colors of the French flag in a sign of solidarity following the attacks in Paris.

In the wake of the terrorist attacks in Paris, Gulfport will offer a sign of respect by lighting up Jones Park in the colors of the French flag Saturday evening.

Gulfport officials announced Saturday morning they wanted to do something to show their respect and thoughts for the attacked regions.

The lights can be seen at 5:15 p.m. towards the middle of Jones Park.

This story was originally published November 14, 2015 at 9:36 PM with the headline "Gulfport to show solidarity with Paris by lighting up Jones Park ."

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