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George County baseball players dreaming of the Big Leagues

Following an opening playoff series victory against Ocean Springs, the George County High School baseball team is gearing up for the second round. News 25’s Andrew Scherer sat down with two seniors who are a vital piece to the team’s…

National Donate Life Month: Turning Tragedy into Advocacy

Today, the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency was at Gulfport Memorial Hospital to promote the importance of organ and tissue donation and to register some donors. In the United States there are over 114,000 people waiting for a life-saving organ transplant.…

Preparing for the 2019 hurricane season

It’s hard to believe, but in just over one month the 2019 Atlantic Hurricane Season will officially begin. Hundreds of meteorologists, emergency managers, and weather enthusiasts are gathered in New Orleans this week for the annual National Hurricane Conference. The…

Remembering Shawn Martin

Friends and family of Shawn Martin are in Pascagoula tonight remembering and honoring his life. The body found in Moss Point on April 13th was Shawn Martin, who had been missing since March 21st. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood is in…

Death of missing Pascagoula man now homicide investigation

Moss Point Police are actively investigating a homicide stemming from remains discovered Saturday, April 13 2019, in a wooded area near Molden Street. Police responded to the area. On April 22nd, a positive identification was made as 26 year old…

The Eagles under the Oaks Charity Golf Tournament

This morning, golf lovers took to the course to not only have fun, but raise funds for a great cause. Wednesday morning more than 100 golfers hit the links at the Oaks Golf Course in Pass Christian for the annual…

Saving Turkey Creek Program

Earth Day has passed, but that doesn’t mean environmental consciousness isn’t still on some minds, especially for the kids of the Forest Heights Boy and Girls Club in Gulfport. For about a year, these youths have learned about how to…

Potential closing of Gaston Point Elementary

Locals in the Gaston Point area are questioning the motives behind the talks of potentially closing the elementary school. The talks of closing Gaston Point Elementary School have been in the works for five years now with meetings taking place…

Update on short term rentals in Biloxi

The short term rental issue in Biloxi has been a hot topic for residents and business owners, but the headaches may soon come to an end. Short term rental is the rental of any residential or commercial dwelling for fewer…

Expanding the West Central Historic District in Biloxi

Residents in Biloxi have the chance to let their voices be heard. On Thursday, the Architectural and Historical Review Commission wants to hear your thoughts on expanding the West Central Historic District. The new area being considered is all land…

Eagles under the Oaks Tournament

Keesler Federal Credit Union is inviting you to come out and swing for a good cause. The eighth annual Eagles under the Oaks Charity Golf Tournament is set for this Wednesday, April 24th at the Oaks Golf Club in Pass…

South Mississippi EmployAbility Job Fair

This morning over 30 local businesses came together at the Biloxi Civic Center to take part in the South Mississippi EmployAbility Job Fair. This job fair is designed for individuals with disabilities and is hosted by the Mississippi Department of…

Short term rental workshop in Biloxi

The City of Biloxi will host a short term rental workshop at City Hall on Tuesday that is open to the public. The Biloxi Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider some changes to the current short term rental…

Highlighting legislative successes in Pascagoula

The City of Pascagoula is celebrating a number of legislative successes. Some of these will hopefully boost the city’s economy and tourism. Senate Bill 3049 will provide the Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority with $650,000 to continue its work to offer assistance…

Body identified as missing Pascagoula man

The decomposed body of a missing Pascagoula man that was found in a wooded area of Moss Point on April 13th has now been identified. Jackson County Deputy Coroner Carole Fagan identified the body as 26-year-old Shawn Martin based on…

New Life Disaster Relief seeking donations

Ever since enduring Hurricane Katrina, the people at New Life Disaster Relief have been helping those affected by disaster. Now, they need your help. They are making a trip next week to respond to the tornadoes that hit Monroe County.…

Free lunch during Spring Break

It is spring break for students on the Coast and the ‘Extend-a-Hand, Help-a-Friend Foundation’ wants to give Gaston Point and surrounding communities free lunch throughout the rest of the week. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., kids can go to…

Scarlet Pearl is going green

In honor of Earth Day, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort is launching a new environmentally friendly initiative that they hope will spark a change. The Scarlet Pearl is going green to help the environment. Hotel, Food, and Beverage Vice President Roy…

Plastics affecting local sea life

The Gulf of Mexico is one of the area’s most beneficial resources. It is important that we take good care of it. Enough plastic is thrown away each year to circle the Earth four times. A lot of that plastic…