Ocean Springs residents who use Waste Pro for their recycling and trash needs can expect a rate increase soon. The $6 increase comes after the city’s decision to continue their garbage service contract with Waste Pro for the city instead…
This morning, a large group of people gathered outside of the Jackson County Courthouse to hear Pascagoula Mayor Dane Maxwell make a big announcement. Mayor Maxwell announced his candidacy for the Southern District Public commissioner. The mayor has prior experience…
For the students and teachers of Coast Episcopal School in Long Beach, the word of the year is growth. In the coming months they’ll be adding a middle school and a maker space which will be the first of its…
Gulfport police responded to a fatal two vehicle wreck shortly before 10 this morning on Highway 49. Police say a 2013 Hyundai attempted to travel east across Highway 49 when it was struck by a tractor trailer traveling north. Sources…
One person suffered a gunshot wound and another sustained minor injuries after shots fired at a residence in George County Tuesday. The George County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a verbal dispute in the 100 block of Richard…
Karen Lively, the Biloxi woman who was missing for more than a week, has now been found safe. Police say she went to McElroy’s Restaurant where friends and former co-workers made the call to law enforcement. Biloxi police thank everyone…
The murder trial of Trevues Martin is on hold today after the defendants reportedly showed up to the court with the same lawyer. In September 2016, 20-year-old Martin was found dead on Monterey Drive in the front seat of his…
A shooting in Pascagoula this morning left one person dead and one suspect in custody. Pascagoula police tell News 25 this shooting happened around 8:30 this morning on Eden Street in the Lodge Apartment Complex. They believe it stemmed from…
It was an exciting day at the Boomtown Casino in Biloxi. Former Saints player Deuce McAllister held a ribbon cutting for his brand new restaurant. Saints fans and food lovers can rejoice! Former Saints and Ole Miss running back Deuce…
Biloxi City Council’s meeting was standing room only as residents were lined up to voice their concerns and support for permits allowing short term rentals. The council voted against imposing a temporary block on the issuance of short term rental…
After several years, the Wiggins Municipal Court and Police Department will soon be housed under one roof, thanks to helping hands from the Seabees based in Gulfport. They’re known for building schools, hospitals, and bridges mostly overseas, but members of…
The Biloxi Police Department still need help finding 51-year-old Karen Lively. She was reported missing last Thursday around 7:20 p.m. and was last seen near the Debuys Road and C.T. Switzer Road area. Major Chris De Back tells News 25…
This morning, one hard working volunteer at the Humane Society of South Mississippi was rewarded for his dedication to the pets he loves and cares for. Jacob Himes, a hero to his mom, a hero to the pets he loves…
This morning, Republican state Treasurer Lynn Fitch stopped by Gulfport City Hall to officially announce her run for attorney general. The fourth-term attorney general, Democrat Jim Hood, is running for governor this year. Fitch has served the state of Mississippi…
One person is dead after a shooting at a Pascagoula apartment complex this morning. Pascagoula Police Captain Doug Adams said shots were fired around 8:30 a.m. at the Lodge Apartments on 2816 Eden Street next to Colmer Middle School. Twenty-five…
Citizens of Jackson County can expect some better ways to enjoy nature now that the county has laid out the Jackson County Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Master Plan. This plan’s goal is to transform the county into a safe and…
The Biloxi City Council voted to deny a short term rental request for a condominium unit last week, making the rental issues a huge topic for the city. Short term rental is the rental of any residential or commercial dwelling…
With flu activity on the rise in neighboring states and ranked severe in Louisiana, health officials are urging everyone in our state to get the flu shot if they haven’t already. ‘Don’t wait, vaccinate:’ a message medical and health care…
It’s not every day that someone is named the best in their field, but one local middle school teacher was. Jessica Yarber is a fifth grade teacher at D’Iberville Middle School. She was named the VFW ‘Middle School Teacher of…
In 2018, Harrison County had more fire deaths than any other county in Mississippi. Last year, 79 people in Mississippi died due to fires. Six of those deaths occurred in Harrison County. Many of the houses that people died in…
Today is the first day in the murder trial of Trevues Martin. In 2016, the 20-year-old was found dead on Monterey Drive in the front seat of his vehicle just hours before his 21st birthday. In 2016, Gulfport police arrested…
On January 14th, 2019, 61-year-old Steven Wilson Mandeville of Biloxi turned himself in to the Biloxi Police Department for warrants in connection to the body found on Seaman Road in Vancleave. On December 19th, 2018, the body of a white…
On Saturday, January 12, 2019, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the death of 33-year old-Mary Ann Bret of Long Beach. On January 12, 2019, at approximately 05:42 PM, deputies responded to a traffic crash on Canal Road, approximately a half a…
Over the weekend, the Jackson County Animal Shelter hosted their annual ‘New Year’s Resolution Adoption Event.’ The fourth annual adoption event took place at Kwitzky’s Dugout in downtown Ocean Springs. The event showcased many of the animals available for adoption.…