Fighting Homelessness
Homelessness is a community issue and a group of Gulfport leaders are partnering to create sustainable solutions to bring it to an end. Here to tell us more about this effort and how everyone is invited to help out is…
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Donate to help Sebastian the Dog
He’s a dog who has a bit of a rough start to life, but thanks to his rescuers and the community, Sebastian is now safe and looking for his forever home. Before he can be ready to go home with…
Some Shelters Set to Reopen for Those Seeking Refuge from the Cold in South Mississippi
Some shelters in South Mississippi plan to reopen tonight. The cold weather shelter run by the Hancock County EMA and Old Spanish Trail Baptist Church will open again tonight from 6 pm to 8 am tomorrow morning. It's located off…
Setting the Table for Today's Day of Racial Healing Prayer Breakfast
The drive for better understanding and community unity that crosses all racial, gender and societal lines continues in South Mississippi. They're setting the table this morning for a Day of Racial Healing Prayer Breakfast in Biloxi, and there's a seat…
Mayoral Monday: Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Schaefer
Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Schaefer stopped by News 25 this morning to fill us in on the latest developments in the City of Diamondhead, and what's to come in 2020.
Cold weather shelters opening across South Mississippi
(WXXV) — A blast of arctic air has prompted several South Mississippi cold weather shelters to open as temperatures drop below freezing. HANCOCK COUNTY Bay St. Louis: The Hancock County Emergency Management Agency in coordination with the Old Spanish Trail…
CASA of Hancock County Mardi Gras Gala
They’re stepping up to the throne while lifting up children in need on our Coast. CASA of Hancock County’s ninth annual Mardi Gras Gala is coming up and joining us to tell us how you can get involved is this…
Jazz Fest 2020 lineup released; Lizzo, Lionel Richie, The Who, Stevie Nicks among headliners
NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival announced their 2020 music lineup Thursday morning. Top acts include The Who, Dead & Company, Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, Lizzo, Lionel Richie, The Lumineers, and The Black Crowes. The…
Gulf Coast Monarchy football hosting free football clinic for children Feb. 15
Gulf Coast Monarchy football is set to host a free football clinic for kids. The clinic is a one-day event open to children ages 3 to 14. The event will take place at the Kroc Center on Saturday, February 15,…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce holding 2020 Annual Meeting on Feb. 18 at Beau Rivage
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce will host their 2020 Annual Meeting on February 18. The event will take place in the Magnolia Ballroom at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino. During the meeting, an update on each of…
South Mississippi Living Magazine January Edition
The January edition of South Mississippi Living Magazine is packed with plenty of Coast stories and characters including our own Kristen Anzuini, who shares her weight loss journey. Here to tell us more on what you’ll see is Michael Sunderman.
CYP Launch
You can join the Coast Young Professionals January 30th for their annual CYP Launch. Here to tell us more about this year’s event is Lindsay Mitchell. The event takes place from 5:30 to 7:30. Tickets are $25 pre-sale and $35…
Martin Luther King Jr. holiday events and celebrations along the Mississippi Coast
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is quickly approaching and there are several events happening this weekend along the Mississippi Coast to celebrate his legacy. January 16 — Power in Pumps, 7pm, Admission $20 Biloxi Visitors Center, 1050 Beach Blvd, Biloxi January…
Bow Ties & Beignets fundraiser taking place Feb. 7 at Island View Casino Resort
Several years ago, a couple of friends that love wearing bow ties had an idea to have some fun with bow ties that could do something good for the community. The initial idea has grown into an event entitled "Bow…
MS Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce hosting "Best Practices from the Boss" Jan. 28
Want to learn how to be a boss — or at least a better one? You can join Jonathan Jones, Senior Vice President and General Manager of Harrah's Gulf Coast, to gain insight on everyday best business practices he implements…
Fat Tuesday at Boomtown Casino to have several Mardi Gras specials
Fat Tuesday at Boomtown Casino is gearing up for Mardi Gras! Darius Gray and Shanta Trice from Boomtown Casino stopped by News 25 this morning to tell us about some specials you don’t want to miss.
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport holding stuffed animal drive through Feb. 8
The Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport is holding a stuffed animal drive. The group is collecting new and gently used stuffed animals until February 8th. The items collected will be donated to CASA of Mississippi, which will be given to children…
Service Set for Long-Time District Attorney Cono Caranna, II
Funeral arrangements have been made for long-time district attorney, Cono Caranna, II. Caranna served as District Attorney for Hancock, Stone and Harrison counties for 26 years, retiring in 2012. He passed away last Thursday after suffering from recent health issues.…
American Cancer Society call for volunteers
The American Cancer Society is calling all volunteers in our area to help out. Here to tell us about some of the most pressing needs and volunteers opportunities is Courtney Anderson, community development director for the American Cancer Society’s South…
Brewing Up Ways to Fight Human Trafficking: Live Reports Friday Morning from Local Business
January is Human Trafficking Awareness month, and local groups in South Mississippi are brewing up ways to raise funds to help in the fight to put an end to this form of modern slavery. News 25 today's Gabby Easterwood shared…
Boys & Girls Club hosting Mardi Gras and Mimosas Brunch Sunday, Feb. 9
The Boys & Girls Club of the Gulf Coast is hosting a one-of-a-kind Mardi Gras affair! You can sip mimosas and enjoy a brunch buffet while giving back to a great cause. The club is hosting a "Mardi Gras and…
Coast Young Professionals Cultivate hosting seminar at Mitchell Distributing Tuesday, Jan. 14
“CYP Cultivate” is the revamped Coast Young Professionals Educate & Engage program series. It's a seminar and 'hands-on' experience that focuses on the economic drivers affecting the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The forum will provide an opportunity for young professionals to…
100 Men Hall hosting "Dolly Should After Party" Saturday, Jan. 11
BAY SAINT LOUIS, Miss. — Grab your platinum wig and head to the 100 Men Hall for the "Dolly Should After Party" featuring Dolly Parton-themed karaoke with DJ Carlos Estrella on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 9:00 p.m. to midnight.…