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Contractor Oscar Renda paying $6,000 a day fine to Biloxi
Six thousand dollars a day: that’s the amount of money contractor Oscar Renda is paying the City of Biloxi each day until the company completes the infrastructure work that was supposed to be finished January 6th. Oscar Renda landed a…
Judge Margaret Alfonso sworn-in
Back in late November, Judge Margaret Alfonso won the runoff election for chancery court judge serving Harrison, Stone, and Hancock counties. Today, at the Gulfport Courthouse, friends and family gathered as Judge Alfonso was sworn into her new chancery court…
Giving back to the U.S. Coast Guard
On Monday, News 25 told you about a local man who had a goal to feed members of the U.S. Coast Guard during the government shutdown. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has an update. Locals saw it as a call to…
The Great Kindness Challenge
A smile and a nice word can go a long way which is why the students at Pass Christian High School took part in the ‘Great Kindness Challenge.’ This morning, the students gathered in the gym and spent time handing…
The Krewe of Barkloxi’s Bow Wow Pawrade
It’s time to let the good times roll! With Mardi Gras just around the corner, registration for multiple parades are underway and the Krewe of Barkloxi is looking for people to come and join their ‘paw-d gras pawrade!’ The third…
One woman dead after fatal crash in George County
One woman is dead after a fatal crash in George County yesterday. The Mississippi Highway Patrol investigated the crash around 2:40 p.m. on Highway 612 near Red Creek Church Road in George County, claiming the life of 40-year-old Lisa B.…
Petro Chevrolet/Petro Cadillac grand opening in Pascagoula
If you’re looking for a new car to ride in style, the Petro Chevrolet/Petro Cadillac car dealership in Pascagoula may be the place for you. A ribbon cutting took place to kick things off. Owner of the dealership Tony Petro…
New police chief appointed in Waveland
There is a new police chief in town for the City of Waveland. Last night at the city’s board of alderman meeting, assistant chief Michael Prendergast was appointed to the position. He has been with the force his whole career,…
Gulfport PD hosting civilian gun safety class
According to the Gulfport Police Department, accidents involving guns happen all too often across the U.S. So officials at the station are doing something to help. The Gulfport Police Department will be hosting a civilian gun safety class on January…
Gubernatorial candidate Robert Foster speaks on the Coast
Representative Robert Foster is on the Coast today continuing his campaign to be Mississippi’s next governor. A Desoto County native, Foster’s platform falls heavily on renewing education in our state as well as empowering small business in Mississippi. The first-term…
Naturalization Ceremony in Gulfport
The American Dream was alive and well today at the United States Courthouse in Gulfport. A room full of people filled up a courtroom to celebrate 13 of the newest citizens of the United States. For these 13 people from…
Remembering Darren Endris
The Biloxi Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own. Darren Endris passed away on Wednesday morning at the age of 52. The flags at Biloxi Fire Station 4 are at half-staff, paying tribute to a fallen…
Ms. Wheelchair Mississippi donations
In 2016, at just 15-years-old, Emily Oliver was involved in a car crash in Saucier that broke her femur, pelvis, and neck. Fast forward three years and life looks a lot different for the 18-year-old. Although Emily is a paraplegic…
Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrations in Biloxi
Here on the Gulf Coast, a group wants to make sure everyone, especially the youth, remembers Dr. King’s sacrifice for justice with a coast wide celebration. Things kickoff tomorrow and go through the beginning of next week. People who attend…
Long Beach School plans
This morning, Long Beach Schools Superintendent Dr. Jay Smith gave an update to members of the Gulf Coast Chamber on things going on in the district. Last August, Long Beach voters approved a $20 million bond that would bring improvements…
Hancock County's Arts Alive Festival Expanding to Two Days, Still Time to Sign Up
Hancock County is setting the stage for its annual Arts Alive Festival in March, but there's still time to sign up to volunteer, be a sponsor or business venue, and to also showcase and sell your wares and work if…
Mercy Housing Offers Help with Hepatitis, Housing and Taxes
Mercy Housing is making a positive difference in the lives of South Mississippians. Mercy Housing's Executive Director Julie Egressy and Community Health Worker and Outreach Specialist Xuan Phan share some of their programs with Coastal Connections host Toni Miles.
Gulfport's Official Mardi Gras Krewe Gearing up for Parades, Ball and 50 Year Milestone
Gulfport's official Mardi Gras krewe, the Krewe of Gemini, is preparing for parades, a ball and amping up this year's events, celebrating the krewe's 50th anniversary. Krewe of Gemini Captain Shellie Moses speaks with Coastal Connections host Toni Miles about…
2019 Gulf Coast Orchid Show About to be in Full Bloom
It's that time of year again - the annual Gulf Coast Orchid Show is about to be in full bloom. This year, the show will be from Jan. 25 to 27 at the Gautier Convention Center on Library Lane in…
Smart Recovery self-management and recovery training
A new type of recovery is gaining some light on the Coast that steers away from tradition. Smart Recovery is a growing alternative to the 12 step program. Smart Recovery is secular and scientific based where they use a different…
Biking around the country for a cause
One man is traveling across the country to raise awareness and fight addiction one state at a time. Jim Downs has spent the last 16 days on his trike and he doesn’t plan on hitting the breaks any time soon.…
Gulfport Fire Department appreciation breakfast
This morning, members of the Gulfport Valley of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite hosted a breakfast to honor Gulfport’s bravest. The Gulfport Fire Department joined the members to enjoy eggs, pancakes, coffee, and fellowship. John McKelvy, a member of…
Mississippi Aquarium update
Construction for the Coast’s first accredited aquarium remains on schedule for the end of 2019 to early 2020. At the future site of the Mississippi Aquarium, the concrete has been laid for the most noticeable pieces of the aquarium: the…