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Firework stands staying busy

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With the clock ticking down on 2019, the people of the Coast are preparing to light up the sky to celebrate the New Year. Fireworks are flying off the shelves at Snap, Krackle, Pop Fireworks in Biloxi ahead of the…

Countdown to Noon Celebration at Lynn Meadows

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Some families kicked off 2020 a little early today at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport with a countdown to noon. While most adults wait to watch the ball drop at midnight, these kids got the party started early at…

A few days left to ice skate at the Coliseum

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If you’ve missed the winter wonderland of ice skating at the Coast Coliseum, you’re going to want to hurry because you only have a few days left. Skating will be closed tomorrow for New Year’s Day, but will open every…

Volunteers needed for wreath pick-up

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Nearly 22,000 graves at the Biloxi National Cemetery are still decorated with wreaths after this year’s wreath-laying ceremony honoring our fallen veterans. Now those wreaths need to be picked up. Crusaders for Veterans and other event organizers are asking for…

Moss Point man arrested in possession of drugs and handgun

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On Monday, December 30, 2019, at approximately 8:00pm, officers of the Moss Point Police Department were investigating a large crowd gathering in front of a local convenience store. During their investigation they encountered Clarence Shelton, 37, of Moss Point. Shelton…

Pet of the Week

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Help give a loving pet from the Jackson County Animal Shelter and forever home just in time for the new year!

Mississippi sues Army Corps of Engineers

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In one of his last acts as secretary of state, Delbert Hosemann has filed a civil lawsuit against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Mississippi River Commission. Hosemann announced the suit today in Gulfport. With casinos and fun…

A look at the horizon for Biloxi in 2020

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With 2019 almost under wraps, there is a lot on the horizon for the year 2020, especially in the City of Biloxi. Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich stopped by the station this morning for our ‘Mayoral Monday’ segment to give…

Setting off fireworks: is it legal?

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Do you have plans to set off fireworks tomorrow for New Year’s Eve? If so, you might want to listen up. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini tells us where you can and cannot set off fireworks legally. This New Year’s Eve,…

Woman arrested, charged with burglary

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Sixty-three year-old Marilyn Coleman is facing burglary charges for breaking into a home and assaulting the owner while inside. According the Biloxi police, the arrest stemmed from an investigation into a burglary that happened on Lorraine Road. Coleman was arrested…

Barreling into the New Year at the Harrison County Fairgrounds

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Equestrian enthusiasts celebrated the upcoming New Year in style with some friendly competition this weekend. CBR Productions’ inaugural ‘Barreling into the New Year’ event brought barrel racing back to Harrison County. Over 200 horses and racers from across the Gulf…

New Year’s Pet Safety

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While the upcoming New Year’s Holiday is a time for celebration, it can also be a scary time for your pet. The Humane Society of South Mississippi says to make sure all pets are secured either inside or in a…

Firework sales on the Coast

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For those of you ready to light up the sky in style on New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of firework choices for you here on the Coast. Virginia Anderson with the ‘Snap, Crackle, Pop’ Fireworks Tent in Biloxi says…

Winning scratch-off at Scarlet Pearl

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The Scarlet Pearl Casino and a Mobile man are celebrating a big win after a scratch-off lottery ticket parlays into a big payout. William C. from Mobile, Alabama recently won $20,000 off a $2 Mississippi Lottery 777’s scratch-off ticket. The…