This afternoon, Ocean Springs businessman and Republican State Representative for District 114 Jeffrey Guice announced his plans to run for mayor of Ocean Springs. Guice joins fellow Republican Melanie Allen as the two candidates currently set to…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 1,701 new COVID-19 cases and 28 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 208, 089 cases and 4,634 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our…
A former state lawmaker died today after being hospitalized with pneumonia from COVID-19. Nolan Mettetal was 75 years old. His wife, Kay Mettetal, said in a Facebook post on December 23rd that he was “in the hospital…
Sharing is caring so don’t forget to donate to your favorite local charity this holiday season. The Blind Tiger partnered with CASA of Hancock County for the fourth year challenging the community and local businesses to match…
Outdoor markets have become a popular trend during the pandemic as they allow shoppers to buy local while staying within safety guidelines. Each Saturday, local artists and vendors gather at War Memorial Park at the weekly Pass…
We’ve finally reached the end of 2020! With New Years approaching, firework stands are beginning to pop up all around the Coast. In Long Beach, Crazy Carl’s Fireworks is preparing for the end-of-the-year celebration. Crazy Carl’s Fireworks…
Harrison County hosted their third annual Cardboard Recycle Day Saturday, allowing residents to get rid of excess Christmas cardboard. Now that people have enjoyed the holidays and the year is coming to an end, Harrison County wants…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Police are searching for a man believed to have robbed a Gulfport gas station at gunpoint Christmas Eve. Just after 11 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 24, officers with the Gulfport Police Department responded to a convenience…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — One man is behind bars after allegedly stabbing a person to death on Christmas Eve in Gulfport. The Gulfport Police Department announced the arrest of 25-year-old Grant Newman Gutierrez late Christmas morning. Police say officers responded…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Police are investigating after a person was found stabbed to death in Gulfport on Christmas Eve. Gulfport Police say officers responded to a call about a stabbing in the 1100 block of Hillcrest Road at 8:55…
While most things are closed on Christmas Eve, members of First United Methodist Church were hard at work serving the community with hot meals and non-perishable food items. First United Methodist Church started their Christmas food giveaway…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — Authorities are investigating a body found near Singing River Health System's Pascagoula Hospital on Christmas Eve. Police say dispatchers received a call around 11:13 a.m. Thursday about a body floating in a pond near the service…
Erected in 1848, the Biloxi Lighthouse is centered in between opposing traffic lanes on Hwy 90. It's a major vocal point for the city. Although it wasn't always owned by them, the lighthouse remained civilian operated from 1848 to 1939,…
The Beau Rivage partnered with Loaves and Fishes for their annual Christmas meal giveaway with the goal of helping those in need. Bringing joy to those in the community this holiday season, the Beau Rivage and Loaves…
A local car dealership teamed up with one Christmas character that’s an unlikely helper: the Grinch! Chuck Ryan Cars of Long Beach held their inaugural Christmas Sock hop with the Grinch, collecting socks for the homeless. Maybe…
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day services have some of the biggest turn outs all year for churches across the Coast. During normal circumstances, most would consider that a good thing, but during a pandemic that can be…
Biloxi Police are asking for your help in locating 22-year-old Justine Vernetta Thompson and her 2 year old son Trevonis Deandra Whitlock. Attempts have been made to locate the mother and her child at reported possible addresses in Hope VI…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 2,634 new COVID-19 cases and 43 new deaths including two in Hancock County and two in Pearl River County. The statewide total stands at 200,325 cases and 4,533 deaths.…
The Salvation Army is opening their cold weather shelters for December 24th and 25th. The Gulfport and Pascagoula locations will both be open from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday. The Gulfport shelter is located at 2019 22nd…
Two Gulf Coast musicians have partnered up with a local restaurant to help spread joy this Christmas season with the brand-new event ‘Noise for Toys.’ The event will be held tomorrow evening from 6 p.m. until 9…
This holiday season, one Biloxi artist used her talents to create a South Mississippi version of a popular Christmas Eve tale. Children’s librarian and artist Kelly Derouen has had to adjust to a new way of telling…
The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County is mourning the loss of a friend and ally. James Davis of Pascagoula worked with the Boys and Girls Club for two decades of his life. The 48-year-old, who…
Some organizations are getting into the spirit of Christmas by hosting a holiday food drop. This Wednesday at 10 a.m., families in need across the Coast can pull up in the parking lot of the Morning Star…
After originally expecting to receive their shipment of the Moderna vaccine Monday morning to being told the vaccine would come Wednesday to now receiving it earlier today, the Biloxi Veterans Affairs Medical Center has finally administered the…