Gulf Coast Winter Classic
The Harrison County Fairgrounds are in store for a big weekend as the Gulf Coast Winter Classic is in full swing. With just two weeks remaining in the annual event, the public is invited to come out on Sunday for…
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Habitat for Humanity Women Build
Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast is in day four of the Women Build campaign. So much has already been done since the project started this past Tuesday. After holding a fundraiser to purchase materials for the home,…
Bancorp South bank robbery suspect wanted
Gulfport police are searching for a suspect involved in a bank robbery in Gulfport. Shortly after 9:45 this morning, a black female walked into the Bancorp South Bank on Cowan Road. The female approached the teller and demanded money using…
Police release image of Bancorp South Bank robber
On March 22, 2019, at approximately 9:46 A.M., Gulfport Police responded to the 900 block of Cowan Road to investigate a Robbery. Initial investigation revealed that a suspect walked into the Bancorp South Bank and produced a note demanding money.…
Down Syndrome awareness in Poplarville
It’s a cause close to her heart and she’s raising awareness year round. Brandi Berkhimer’s son, Ashton, was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth and he was the inspiration for her writing the book “My Little Sunshine Face.” Berkhimer shared…
Military Affairs Breakfast
This morning Retired Rear Admiral Mark Buzby, the U.S. Maritime administrator, stopped by the Great Southern Club in Gulfport to share some vital information about water borne transportation with local business leaders. The Maritime Administrator promotes the use of transportation…
Public hearing on short term rentals in Biloxi
With the hot topic of short term rentals in the City of Biloxi, there was a full house for the public hearing in the auditorium of the Biloxi Community Development building regarding the issue. One by one, locals walked up…
Two suspects arrested for aggravated assault
Two teenagers are behind bars tonight for allegedly shooting a man in Biloxi. According to Biloxi police, 18-year-old Bertrand Antoine IV and 17-year-old Cameron Payton are both facing aggravated assault charges. They were both taken into custody after warrants were…
Local seventh grader scores big on ACT
Harrison County School District is no stranger to students scoring well on the ACT, but usually those students are in high school. Landon Blake recently took the test and had a composite score of 31 and even had a perfect…
First March Madness for sportsbooks on the Coast
The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Sportsbook and Bar is hosting its first NCAA Tournament with legalized sports betting. Food specials, viewing parties, and extended hours are all on tap for one of the most popular sporting events of the…
Navy Gold Star Coordinator wins top award
The Navy Gold Star coordinator at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport has been awarded the designation of Navy Gold Star Coordinator of the Year. The honor was bestowed on Emily Kolenda last month. The Navy Gold Star Program…
A Salute to Gold Star Families
It’s a job that no one wants, being a surviving family member to those who sacrificed their lives serving our nation’s military. Today, the Ocean Springs Lions Club hosted a Salute to Gold Star Families. “Dallas was my oldest son.…
‘Rock your Socks’ for World Down Syndrome Day
The halls of Saucier Elementary School were infused with flashes of color, fun patterns, and googly-eyed characters this morning as teachers and students walked from class to class wearing their wildest, mismatched socks as a show of support for World…
Fetal Heartbeat Bill signed into law
An unborn baby with a detectable heartbeat will now have a greater chance at life in Mississippi. This morning, Governor Phil Bryant signed Senate Bill 2116, the Fetal Heartbeat Bill, into law in Jackson. This bill will prevent an abortion…
A Salute to Gold Star Families
The table is set and there are plenty of people on hand, but it’s the empty seats that are the focus of a Lion’s Club meeting in Ocean Springs this afternoon. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini joins us from Aunt Jenny’s…
Orange Grove Elementary students raise money for American Heart Association
Students at Orange Grove Elementary School have been jumping to raise money for the American Heart Association. Students at Orange Grove Elementary School have raised $3,000 for the American Heart Association. Elizabeth Williams with the American Heart Association said, “A…
Prepping for ‘Thunder over the Sound’
We are in the planning stages of the highly anticipated ‘Thunder over the Sound.’ More than 100,000 people are expected to be in Biloxi for the event. The air show will take place on May 4th and 5th and officials…
Courthouse Road construction nearing completion
Road work is finally wrapping up on Courthouse Road. The one mile stretch of road between Highway 90 and Pass Road was initially expected to be completed last summer. While crews are still touching up areas along the road, traffic…
Two men charged with attempted murder in Hancock County
Two men are facing charges of attempted murder after a 29-year-old man was shot on Tuesday night. Twenty-three year-old Charles Dufrene of Bogalusa, Louisiana and 23-year-old Sadi Armstead of Bayside Park are accused of shooting a man on East Lamar…
Biloxi road woes continue
Dust, gravel, closed streets, pot holes, and puddles: it’s been a common sight in Biloxi as work continues to complete the city’s massive infrastructure project that has dragged out over the past few years, causing headaches for many who live,…
Gulfport fireman gets a heartwarming surprise
What started out as a normal day at work for Gulfport Fireman J.R. Valdez quickly changed into an unforgettable moment when he walked into Gulfport Fire Chief Beyerstedt’s office this morning. J.R.’s family and friends surprised him during his shift…
Home drug raid in Gulfport leads to felony arrest
Handguns, an AK-47, and a variety of narcotic drugs are off the streets today after an overnight drug bust in Gulfport. Thirty-two year-old Dwan Durrell Parnell is now behind bars and facing a number of charges after a search of…
Burglary suspect who led police on high speed chase captured
What would you do if a suspect of a high speed chase crashed an RV near your workplace trying to escape? News 25’s Jaylon Morris speaks with a witness and has the latest on the Monday night police pursuit through…
14th annual Coast Observer Covey Awards
The best of the best of South Mississippi filled the Hard Rock Casino tonight for the 14th annual Coast Observer Covey Awards. All kinds of awards were presented like favorite casino, favorite local band, and best night life. There were…