The first land acquisition from the Deepwater Horizon settlement in Mississippi is complete. In 2010, there was a large oil spill in the Deepwater Horizon, which resulted in a settlement to the state of Mississippi. Now in 2019, the Natural…
Residents in Jackson County are experiencing some major flash flooding. All of the water surrounding land-locked houses spilled in from river flooding in the wake of heavy rainfall. Jackson County Emergency Services Director Earl Etheridge said, “The river here is…
Lawmakers throughout the state are hoping they can all work together to get their bills passed into law in the 2019 Mississippi Legislative Session set to open next Tuesday. The 2019 state legislative session doesn’t open until next Tuesday, but…
Mississippi Republican Lt. Governor Tate Reeves has filed to run for governor. Reeves submitted qualifying papers Thursday at the state Republican headquarters. Governor Phil Bryant cannot seek a third term. Republican State Rep. Robert Foster of Hernando announced last month…
The flu is on the rise in Mississippi and nationwide. This is according to a report released this afternoon by the Mississippi Department of Health. The hardest hit group so far are children age four and under with more hospitalizations…
Still no official word yet on the identity of the person whose remains were found in the Desoto National Forest, but the remains have been sent to the state crime lab. A hunter found the remains on Christmas Day along…
If travel is in your near future, you may want to book soon. According to Skyscanner, a travel search engine, the cheapest month to book airfare in 2019 will be January. January is known as a dead zone for traveling…
2019 is here which means people are working hard to fulfill those New Years resolutions. If in the new year you are looking to find employment, Goodwill of South Mississippi has your back. Goodwill is in the business of putting…
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced this week that commercial fishing seasons for Red Drum, Gray Triggerfish and Greater Amberjack opened in Mississippi territorial waters on January 1, 2019 at 12:01 a.m. local time.
The Salvation Army of the Mississippi Gulf Coast is setting the tables for its annual Taste of South Mississippi fundraiser. This year's event is set for Thurs., March 8 at 5:30 pm at the Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi.…
The holiday break is almost over for students on the Coast. However, the ‘Finish Strong Mid-Year Back to School’ kick-off took place to encourage children and parents in South Mississippi to end the school year on a good note. Gulfport…
The radiology department at Ocean Springs Hospital introduced their new MRI machine: the G.E. Signa Artist. It is state of the art and helps patients feel more comfortable and has cutting edge technology. G.E. calls it ‘MAGIC’ which stands for…
Governor Phil Bryant says the state is receiving a $10.6 million federal grant for preschool programs. Bryant announced the grant Wednesday on Twitter. He says it will expand a system developed by his State Early Childhood Advisory Council and the…
Coming off a successful year, the City of Biloxi is looking forward to bigger and better things in 2019. Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich tells News 25 he’s trying to conclude a few projects from last year while trying to start…
You’ve probably heard of ‘skimming’ where thieves use a small device to steal credit card information from a credit or debit card transaction. Now, officials are warning the public to look out for ‘shimming.’ It’s very similar to skimming, but…
The Gulf Coast is finally getting the relief they need to help restore critical ecosystems that were destroyed in the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. In Jackson County more than 1,500 acres of essential coastal wildlife habitat in reserves and sanctuaries…
The holiday season is over and this time of year is one of the busiest for animal shelters across the country. For many, waking up to a new puppy or kitten on Christmas morning is a dream come true. Humane…
For the past 27 years, Sister Mary Jo Mike has made her presence felt as principal of Nativity BVM School in Biloxi. Sister Mary Jo passed away this morning. Nativity of the Blessed Rector Dennis Carver said, “Sister Mary Jo…
Connect Fellowship Church is asking for your help to raise money for CASA of Harrison County. The church will be selling fully smoked whole pork butts for $40 each. If you want to purchase this meal for a good cause…
A new year means tax season is right around the corner and it is never too early to start looking at your return information. Getting your finances in order for your taxes early can have multiple benefits. Early filers often…
Early this morning, Biloxi police arrested 28-year-old Anthony Edward Jacobi for burglarizing a vehicle. Major Chris De Back says a Biloxi police officer was patrolling the 1300 block of Beach Boulevard when he encountered Jacobi. Evidence collected from the scene…
The Biloxi Police Department needs help identifying two subjects involved in shoplifting in the 1800 block of Popp’s Ferry Road. Police say one black female entered the business and loaded a cart with 15 cases of Corona beer. The second…
The Garden Park Medical Center kicked off their 2019 by helping deliver a baby boy for the New Year. Baby Bryce weighed in at 7 pounds 2 ounces. Bryce’s mother, Melissa Heskey, was beyond excited to welcome Baby Bryce into…
An investigation is currently underway after human remains were found in the DeSoto National Forest. Harrison County Coroner Gary Hargrove says the remains were found on Christmas Day and taken into custody the following day. They are being sent to…