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Harrison County Fair Kicks off September 7th

We are just two days away from the first Harrison County Fair in over 80 years. On Wednesday, the fair is set to take over the Harrison County Fairgrounds. Wednesday will be Christian Night where local church choirs and concerts…

Bike the Beach Benefit

From classics to customs, biker fans from all along the Coast cruised to Gulfport this afternoon for the start of “Bike the Beach 2016.” The annual celebration kicked off this evening with a welcome party at the Dock Bar and…

Bike the Beach

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Wes Martin about Bike the Beach event this Labor Day weekend. For more information please visit http://www.bikethebeachms.com/

Volunteers Needed To Adopt Grandparents

Kathy Rogers comes to News 25 to tell us about Adopt A Grandparent Day Saturday September 10th at 10 am to 11 am or 3 pm to 4 pm visit Elderly Across Coast http://www.adoptagrandparentday.org/ to see how you can help.…

10th annual Katrina Memorial Blood Drive

Today the American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Edgewater Mall in memory of those lost during Hurricane Katrina. This blood drive comes at a critical time during the difficult summer months, a time when many regular donors…

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews John Green from The Scarlet Pearl about Restaurant Month and what it includes.

High School Football Fridays

Friday night lights are back. This week there’s a match up on the Mississippi Gulf Coast where we’re sure to see some fireworks. News 25’s Hank Davis is at War Memorial Stadium in Pascagoula where the Panthers are facing the…

House Fire in Gulfport

A house fire broke out in north Gulfport on East Side Avenue shortly after 9 this evening. Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt tells News 25 that crews had to force entry into the structure. Neighbors who called in the fire…

Decision on Harrison County Skate Park Looming

From a year-round ice skating rink to a place where Coast actors can sharpen their skills, supervisors will continue to review proposals for use of the Harrison County Skate Park. Supervisors will meet tomorrow afternoon to discuss proposals and bids…

Counterfeit Money Issue in Jackson County

Law enforcers with the Jackson County Sheriff’s department say they’re getting more reports of counterfeit money changing hands and enough is enough. Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell tells News 25 that businesses and individuals are reporting counterfeit money on a…

Keesler AFB Joint Land Use Study

In an effort to reduce potential conflict between Keesler Air Force Base and surrounding communities, a joint land use study launches tonight in D’Iberville. It’s a chance for residents to voice their opinions and be a part of the changes…

Former MLB Player Barry Lyons on Set

Former MLB catcher Barry Lyons is on set. He’s here to discuss the guest speaker at this Friday’s “Our Love Affair with Baseball” luncheon at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art.

I-110 Closing Tonight

Commuters making the late night and early morning drive on I-110 can expect delays. For the next two weeks, starting at 8 p.m. until 5 a.m., traffic will be down to one lane in both north and south directions. This…

I-110 Closing Tonight

Making the early morning drive on I-110 can expect delays. For the next two weeks, starting at 8pm until 5am, traffic will be down to one lane in both north and south directions. This is so M-DOT crews can properly…

Southern Food Favorites Fundraiser

News 25’s Katarina Luketich interviews Alonzo Johnson about the Southern Food Favorites Fundraiser happening Saturday August 27th, 10 am to 5 pm Hillside Baptist Church off the corner of Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard & HWY 49.

Success Of Ice Bucket Challenge

The ice bucket challenge that was all over social media in 2014 helped raise money for research that discovered the ability to identify genes that could make a person susceptible to the debilitating disease. News 25's katarina luketich caught up…

2016 Shrimp Bowl

Friday night lights are back on the Gulf Coast. There was a double header at the Biloxi High football stadium tonight. Starting off their season in spectacular fashion, the Gulfport Admirals dominated the Long Beach Bearcats 42-0. The Admirals were…

Summer Senior Barbecue

They were turning up the heat for local seniors in Gulfport today, all part of the second annual Summer Senior Barbecue for Harrison County seniors. Many stepped on the dance floor to show off their two-step while others chowed down…

Ocean Springs Community Pep Rally

Excitement is building as the City of Ocean Springs prepares for the new football season. The drive is only gaining momentum as family and friends team up to support the Greyhounds in a community pep rally tonight. Greyhound Stadium was…

Mr. Sipp Coming To Mary C. O’Keefe

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Ron Feder about the upcoming performance from Mr. Sipp happing at the Mary C. O'Keefe, Saturday, August 20th at 7 pm. Admission $20 for members and $25 for non-members.

Ryan’s “Humid Hump Day” Forecast

It was quite a beautiful, but humid "hump" day today with temperatures reaching 90 in the afternoon and not many showers. A few showers tried to pop up on the Eastern edge of the viewing area but they didn't last…

Brittney Reese Olympic Watch Party

Gulfport’s own Brittney Reese qualifies for the women’s long jump finals in the 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Her family and friends joined other Coast residents for an Olympic viewing party at Buffalo Wild Wings in Gulfport. The restaurant filled tables…

Flooding in Pass Christian

The residents in Pass Christian saw the effects of the steady rain we’ve had all day. The flood waters reached the front doors of some homes on Derrick Road off of Espy Avenue earlier today. Several inches of water covered…

Sea Wolves Reunion Party

Hockey may not be officially back in South Mississippi, but the Coast’s favorite team will be in town on Friday. The Island View Casino Resort is hosting a Sea Wolves reunion on Friday at their Gulf Breeze Bar. A number…

Disabled Veterans Receive Special Bikes

Two disabled veterans will now be riding in style thanks to a generous donation. AMBUCS is a veteran cycle program that looks for restaurants and local clubs to help them raise money to give disabled vets bicycles made specifically for…

School Bus Safety

It’s any parent’s nightmare: sending your child off to school and learning that you’ve lost your child in an accident as they were getting off the school bus. It’s hard to image, but it happened to one Mississippi mother and…

Go Cup Ordinance

There was slight confusion throughout the City of Ocean Springs after the to-go cup ordinance took effect over the weekend. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us to downtown Ocean Springs to remind us what’s acceptable and what’s not. Sip, sit…

All Summer ’16 Back to School Bash

As the school year gets started, one local church wants to make sure your kids are properly suited. That’s why New Birth Full Gospel Baptist Church in Gulfport is having a back to school book bag giveaway. This is an…

Benefit Concert for Military Family

After 12 difficult and emotional years of trying to conceive, a local military couple is finally getting their chance at starting a family. News 25’s Kenda Turley introduces us to the proud parents of three adopted siblings. Doyle and Gina…

Warriors For Willow Walk Saturday

News 25' s Laurene Callander tells us about the Warriors For Willow Walk Saturday August 6th 8 am to 10 am at Ocean Springs / Biloxi Bridge. for Multiple Sulfatase Deficiency funding to help find a cure. You can help…

Sand Distribution Locations

With a lot of rain expected over the next several days, the City of Gulfport is putting out sand for residents to come pick up. Sand, bags and shovels will be available today through Sunday at the Orange Grove Community…

Carl Legett Memorial Fishing Tournament

Dedicated fishermen sailed out to sea as early as midnight hoping to reel in top prize for this year’s 22nd annual Carl Leggett Memorial Fishing Tournament. Leggett, who passed away in 1995, was a Gulfport native and Air Force veteran.…

Summer Nears an End for Biloxi Students

Class is not quite back in session for Biloxi City Schools, but the halls of Biloxi High, Biloxi Jr. High and Popp’s Ferry Elementary were all full of students, parents and teachers today. From 4 to 5, Popp’s Ferry Elementary…

Teen Challenge Discipleship Program

Pastor Eddie Young tells News 25 about the breaking free from addiction Teen Challenge. Targeting teenagers and up to help them addresses their addictions on Sunday August 7th, 11 am at the Gulf Coast Free Will Baptist Church, in Gulfport.…

Two Facing Bribery Charges In Epps Case

Set to appear in court today one of two people indicted on bribery charges in the kick back corruption case involving former MDOC commissioner Christopher Epps. 53 year old Mark Longoria, the CEO of a drug testing corporation, is set…

Free Back to School Haircuts

This afternoon in Biloxi, Razor Sharp Cutz was cleaning up kids before they head back to school. Here’s the best part: it was absolutely free. Parents were able to bring kids by for a trim and pick up some free…

Back To School Clothing Drive

News 25's Toni Miles interviews P. Anne Silva-Mujica about Back To School Clothing Drive , August 6th from 8 am until 3 pm at Gaston Point Community Center in Gulfport.

Jackson County Animal Shelter Open House

In Gautier this afternoon, some lucky animals had the chance to find a new home. Jackson County Animal Shelter extended their hours today, hosting an open house adoption event in an attempt to find homes for more of the animals…

Candlelight Vigil for Homicide Victim

A beautiful spirit, that’s the way dozens of Hattiesburg residents described 25-year-old Dee Whigham during a candlelight vigil this evening. Coworkers, friends and strangers gathered at the Spectrum Center in Hattiesburg to remember the transgender woman who was found dead…

Former MLB Player Barry Lyons on Set

Former MLB catcher Barry Lyons joins us on set with a preview of the guest speaker for the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art exhibit “Our Love Affair with Baseball” luncheon.