Mississippi’s top public health official is urging people to continue wearing masks in public to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Republican Gov. Tate Reeves has lifted a mask mandate and Mississippi has seen a decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations, but…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 357 new COVID-19 cases and 26 new deaths including three in Harrison County. The statewide total stands at 298,008 cases and 6,834 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases…
By SARAH SKIDMORE SELL As the latest federal pandemic relief package makes its way to President Joe Biden’s desk, Americans may be wondering when the benefits will reach them. The $1.9 trillion known as the “American Rescue Plan” is massive,…
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is planning to conduct prescribed firing operations today at the Mississippi Sandhill Crane National Wildlife Refuge. The potential burn site represents 133 acres located at the end of Bayou Bend Road,…
In less than a week, the Fort Bayou Drawbridge will shutdown for repairs, causing local leaders to make their final preparations in notifying the public. The intersection of Bienville Boulevard and Washington Avenue will look quite different…
A Gulf Coast woman hopes to regain access to a non-profit clothing donation site she says she organized a couple of years ago. Shanna Borderlon is the founder of the Clothes Closet, located in Harrison County, where…
Dolphins are revered for their intelligence, playfulness, and friendly interactions with humans, but let’s delve a little deeper as these majestic marine mammals are celebrated world-wide for National Dolphin Awareness Month. News 25’s Toni Miles takes us…
One year ago today, the first positive case of COVID-19 was reported in the state of Mississippi. The progress in the fight against COVID-19 can be seen as the State Department of Health is operating free drive-thru…
Today is the first day Johnson and Johnson COVID vaccine appointments are underway. At the Singing River Cedar Lake Clinic in Biloxi, 20 of the new one dose vaccines were given to South Mississippians. Ten Singing River…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 70 new COVID-19 cases and no new deaths. The statewide total stands at 297,651 cases and still 6,808 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our…
Southeastern Grocers, Inc., in partnership with the Mississippi State Department of Health, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is now offering 1,100 free Pfizer vaccines in five Mississippi store locations, while…
On March 7, 2021, at approximately 4:27 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 14000 block of Spruce Court in reference to a complaint of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located a juvenile male suffering from a gunshot wound.…
On Saturday, a ‘Feeding the Hungry’ Food Giveaway was held in Moss Point. Over 200 free meals were distributed at this giveaway. The food distribution was set up outside a convenience store in Moss Point. As people…
A Sunday night forest fire located off Highway 49 near the Grand Bear Golf Course is now 70 percent contained. The fire stretched over 400 acres. Mississippi Forestry Commission and U.S. Forest Service Crew are mopping the…
Fully-vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing, according to long-awaited guidance from federal health officials. The recommendations also say that vaccinated people can come together in the same way with people…
At the block party, it was also announced that The District on Howard has leased its first space in the historic Barq’s Building. A prohibition-era handcrafted cocktail bar will be moving into the space that used to…
This week, Governor Tate Reeves lifted the mask mandate but some businesses are still taking safety precautions. When the COVID-19 lockdown hit last year, it took a toll on businesses, leaving many with no option but to…
Team work makes the dream work at Biloxi High School as different school district workers help in the effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. It’s more common to hear teachers are eligible to receive the COVID…
They’re continuing to put shots in arms at the Coast Coliseum vaccination site in Biloxi. About 900 people are vaccinated at the Coast Coliseum each day the site is open. So, it comes as little surprise that…
A suspect wanted following a Wednesday drive-by shooting in Gulfport is now in custody. Gulfport police announced this afternoon that 20-year-old Andre Jefferson has been located. Police say Jefferson was identified as the suspect after a firearm was discharged from…
Huntington Ingalls Industries Executive Vice President and Ingalls Shipbuilding President Brian Cuccias is retiring from the company. This announcement was made this morning. Kari Wilkinson will serve as executive vice president of Huntington Ingalls Industries and president…
Today, Memorial Hospital held their largest vaccine distribution at the Dr. Frank Gruich Sr. Community Center in East Biloxi. They are vaccinating 1,200 community members, including individuals 50 and older, those with chronic health conditions, school employees,…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 591 new COVID-19 cases and 19 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 296,745 cases and 6,783 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area:…
Amtrak announced today that they will make upgrades to rail platforms in coastal cities ahead of the restoration of passenger rail service. Today, Dr. David Handera, Amtrak Vice President of Stations and Accessibility, made the following remarks at the quarterly…