Bay St. Louis's rebuilding efforts since Katrina are certainly paying off as the city continues to grow and launch new projects. In fact, according to Yahoo, this cozy coastal town has been named the best hidden gem destination in Mississippi.…
The United Way wants you to get on board as the non-profit continues to collect school supplies to help kids in need right here in our local community. United Way of South Mississippi is asking everyone in Hancock, Harrison, Pearl…
The rainfall from Tropical Storm Barry will dump into lakes, tributaries and the Mississippi River. One thing is for sure, the Mississippi River levels will rise, and this will likely result in keeping the Bonnet Carre Spillway open even longer.…
Tips From the Mississippi Health Department to Prepare for Storm While it appears Mississippi has escaped the brunt of this storm, Tropical Storm Barry, state health officials say this weather event is a good test run for hurricane season. Here…
This is only a test, well at least in some measure when it comes to South Mississippi and as Tropical Storm Barry makes its way toward our neighbors in Louisiana to the West to make an anticipated landfall this Hurricane…
Tropical Storm Barry Raises Hazardous for Your Regular Commute A flash flood watch has been issued for all six southern counties in our state as tropical storm Barry moves through the Gulf. News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood hit the streets,…
Spider-Man's spidey sense is tingling, so he's heading over to Papa John’s. Both powerhouses are joining forces to net some money to help out the family of the late Biloxi police officer Robert McKeithen. John Pace, the director of marketing…
Tropical Storm Barry's approach has caused at least two popular South Mississippi events to reschedule. One of them, a birthday celebration that had been planned to take place today. The 162nd birthday celebration for George Ohr, the famous "Mad Potter,"…
Mississippi River Swells and Threatens Louisiana Levees Flood fears rise in parts of Louisiana as tropical storm Barry continues to develop in the Gulf of Mexico. After months of record setting rain fall, the Mississippi river has been at flood…
Republican candidate for governor Bill Waller Jr. is set to speak in Biloxi on Thursday. The candidate will attend the Mississippi Association of School Superintendents Candidate's Forum at 11:30 a.m. in the Magnolia Ballroom at the Beau Rivage Resort and…
The heavy rainfall expected over the next few days in Mississippi and Louisiana could impact whether or not officials decide to close the Bonnet Carre Spillway. Just a few weeks ago, leaders with the U.S. Army Corps Of Engineers in…
At least one South Mississippi university is happy to see some government spending. William Carey University is one of three state university's receiving a combined total of nearly $2 million dollars in grant money. The Mississippi Department of Education is…
The hot topic on Thursday is what is happening in our Gulf and how it will affect coastal Mississippi, but with any storm, staying prepared is important. News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood visits Harrison County Emergency Operations Center and gives…
All six South Mississippi counties are under a flood watch with the latest advisory issued for Pearl River County just before five this morning. Throughout the Coast, residents are bracing for heavy rainfall and possible flooding in low lying areas.…
Here are some tips from the Red Cross as you and yours get ready for the storm. As emergency management officials have stressed throughout hurricane season -- have a plan in place and make sure you have an emergency kit.…
Members of the Coast Young Professionals are breaking out their ties and blue jeans for an upcoming gala. Director of Coast Young Professionals Lindsay Adkisson Mitchell joined us for a live in studio interview about the 11th Annual Black Tie…
The weather heading our way has already caused one popular Coast event to reschedule, but the good news is, CASA of Hancock County is still gearing up for its Annual Poker Run. The fundraiser was set to go full throttle…
Now is as good a time as any to remind everyone to make sure you keep a close eye on the debris and vegetation you burn in your yard, especially around this time year with conditions ripe for sparking a…
The latest edition of South Mississippi Living Magazine is about to launch! Some of the highlights of the July edition include a heart-warming story about how several South Mississippians answered the call to help one of our own after a…
There’s good news when it comes to Biloxi water quality. The city just issued its latest water quality report based on the annual testing of the city's water systems and the results will soon be in the mailboxes of Biloxi’s…
A Mississippi Congressman is calling for a study to review how flood waters are handled by the Mississippi Valley Division for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Congressman Steven Palazzo sent a letter to Major General Richard G. Kaiser, President…
Merchants and Marine Bank will present a donation to the Mississippi Center for Autism and Related Developmental Disabilities (MCARDD) at 4 p.m. this afternoon at their Autism Center. The Center says they are very grateful to their community neighbors for…
Work will soon get under way on a development in West Biloxi that will become homes, condos, and retail stores. This week, the Biloxi City Council gave the green light for this new development that will be called Bertucci Park.…
Commercial casinos across the board in the U.S. have scored big with revenues reaching an all-time high, this according to the American Gaming Association's annual State of the States report. In 2018, gaming revenues were over the top, reaching $41.7…
A D'Iberville man is behind bars this morning, charged with aggravated assault after a shooting injured two people. Early this morning, police arrested 23-year-old Ira Akeem Henry in connection with a shooting that happened near the 800 block of Motsie…
You, your family, and friends can catch a new cirque-style production celebrating Hollywood and the cinematic arts, and it all unfolds now until August 7th at the Beau Rivage Theater in Biloxi. Enjoy action and adventure as the cast of LUNARO…
For all you morning commuters out there, especially those of you who plan to travel in the area where Popps Ferry Road and D'iberville Boulevard intersect, you may need to change your route. That's because there will be a temporary…
The Mississippi Public Service Commission and Secretary of State's Office will be cracking down on those who violate a recent change in the law under the new provisions of the Telephone Solicitation Act, and charities are not exempt. Starting July…
The city of Biloxi is calling all builders, business owners, developers, and others who have hopes of opening a business or residential units in the downtown area to head out to a development forum later Tuesday. The free forum gets…
The Gulf Coast Restoration Fund Advisory Board plans to meet tomorrow as the group continues to accept applications for projects to be funded through the BP Oil Spill Settlement with the state. The fund was set up back in September…
The price of gas is going down. The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline has dropped 19 cents a gallon over the past several weeks and is now down to $2.74 a gallon. In Mississippi, the price averages $2.29 a…
If you are a veteran or an active duty member of our military, you and your family have a special invitation in Biloxi today. The Biloxi Veterans Center will hold an open house from 10 am to 2 pm Monday…
USM researchers are leading an investigation into the effects of the Bonnet Carre Spillway openings in our Mississippi Sound. A team of USM researchers has begun a thorough examination of the spillway's effects on the Mississippi Sound, and will continue…
The 4th annual Saints Day is set to take place on Friday in Biloxi. Saints fans living in South Mississippi will have the opportunity to meet former and current stars of the Black and Gold through various events. Biloxi Downtown…
The 33rd annual South Mississippi Summer Fair is back and better than ever! The festivities start today, and News 25 Today's Gabby Easterwood was on location at the Coast Coliseum in Biloxi to tell us all about this year's fair.
If you plan on driving anywhere in Biloxi this month, be warned! Police will be on the lookout for drunk drivers and other violations throughout the month of June. The Biloxi Police Department will be conducting random safety and sobriety…
It's a dream line up, and you can watch as the Saints come marching in this weekend. Former Heisman winners Reggie Bush and George Rogers will team up with standout receiver Marques Colston and NFL Hall of Famer Rickey Jackson…
Two former Moss Point city employees are awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to embezzlement. Back in January, News 25 Today spoke to Mayor Mario King about the arrests of those former employees, Kenya Bowens and Lakeisha Benton, after special agents…
Some of the state's top political leaders are stepping up and into the fold as South Mississippi continues to grapple with the adverse effects of the recent openings of the Bonnet Carre Spillway in Louisiana Today, Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves…
In Louisiana, restaurants must now disclose use of foreign shrimp and crawfish on their menus, a measure driven by some of the state's restaurant owners and seafood industry workers. The Louisiana legislature recently passed House Bill 335, requiring restaurants to…
State attorney general candidates will have the chance to share their platforms and meet with voters in Hattiesburg. The Federalist Society is hosting an attorney general candidate forum Wednesday night at 6:00 pm. The candidate forum will take place at…
Two former community college employees have been arrested and charged with embezzlement by the State Auditor's Office. Those two former Coahoma Community College employees, Gwendolyn Jefferson and Stacie Neal, have been arrested after being indicted for embezzlement and conspiracy, with…
The Cochran name will continue to live on. You probably remember Senator Cochran visited our Coast quite frequently before his health began to decline in the past few years. Here's a look back at one of those visits as he…
Another meeting has been set to address the impact of the opening of Louisiana’s Bonnet Carre Spillway on our Coast waters, marine life and economy. The Wednesday public forum is being spearheaded by Gulfport’s Institute for Marine Mammal Studies and…
While summer has not officially begun yet, summer break has started for many schools across the state, including those in the Harrison County School District. The break from school is widely celebrated by students. But for some, the end of…
As for Hurricane Camille, she was no lady, as any South Mississippian who lived through the storm in 1969 will tell you. But you can still get to know more about her, thanks to an exhibit that is about to…
The Department of Marine Resources has opened and closed some fishing seasons for both commercial and recreational fishermen in our Mississippi waters. On Saturday, the recreational fishing season for Gag Fish opened, along with the commercial fishing season for Greater…
You have to see it to believe it, and you can do just that as several ARtscapes Augment Reality Shows get ready to roll out here in South Mississippi. The first is scheduled for Friday night at the Hard Rock…
No matter what the weather, you'll be covered Saturday for the first-ever "Crawdads and Candidates" forum set to take place in Gulfport. You'll get the chance to gather at the Barksdale Pavilion in Jones Park from 2 to 5 pm…
This month's edition of South Mississippi Living is set to hit newsstands this weekend. Get your June edition of the magazine, and check out our page 25 in South Mississippi Living, featuring our Broadcast Student of the Year and our…
