With more and more Coronavirus cases popping up in South Mississippi, many people are left wondering what’s next? News 25’s Kristen Anzuini spoke with an infectious disease specialist today to learn more about this novel virus. “Well, we are seeing…
NAVAL CONSTRUCTION BATTALION CENTER, GULFPORT, MISS – On Mar. 17, a civilian employee with the NCBC Navy Exchange tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment. The Department of Defense has notified public health authorities of the…
The Harrison County School District will be providing free drive through Grab and Go meals beginning Thursday, March 19, 2020. The meals will be available to all children ages 18 and younger. According to USDA guidelines, children must be present…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is partnering with local food pantries to donate the perishable food they have on hand. Non-profit organizations Extra Table, Loaves & Fishes, Lord is My Help, and the Hancock County…
WXXV News 25's Kristen Anzuini stopped by Memorial Hospital to speak one-on-one with Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Jesse Penico, about concerns over the spread of COVID-19.
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) — More than 30 firefighters battled a fire in a machine shop in Pass Christian overnight. According to Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan, units from Pass Christian Fire, Long Beach Fire, CRTC and Harrison County…
Some local businesses have been hit hard while others are actually in a unique position to help supply South Mississippi’s demands. The essentials are rolling in here on a daily basis at Gulf Coast Business Furniture and Supply Company in…
Nationwide gun purchases are skyrocketing as the coronavirus continues to spread. As soon as they come in, store owners at High Caliber Guns in Long Beach say they are moving right off the shelf. “We saw gun sales starting about…
Gaming floors and casino properties across the Coast are virtually empty now following the Mississippi Gaming Commission’s decision yesterday to shut down all gaming operations indefinitely. Today in Biloxi, the Hard Rock and Beau Rivage prominently displayed signs announcing their…
Bishop Louis F. Kihneman III today announced that starting Wednesday, March 18, all daily and Sunday public Masses in the Diocese of Biloxi will be temporarily cancelled. However, churches will remain open with limited hours for parishioners and others who…
Biloxi School District will begin providing lunches to children 18 years and under beginning Thursday, March 19th. These meals will be handed out in the car rider line and each meal will also contain breakfast for the next day. Pick…
Due to the spreading Coronavirus outbreak and for the safety of the fans, artists and staff, The Mississippi Coast Coliseum will postpone the annual Crawfish Music Festival scheduled for April 15-19. The rescheduled date will be announced soon. “In the…
The Long Beach School District is doing their part to make sure children along the Coast receive meals during this time. Starting Monday, March 23rd they will serve free meals to all children 18 years and younger. This will take…
Personnel stationed at the Seabee Base in Gulfport and their families took a trip back in time with a fun fair this weekend. Jousting, archery, and turkey legs were in high demand at the first-ever renaissance faire at the Naval…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The first cases of coronavirus in Harrison County have been identified, according to Kent Nicaud, the Chief Executive Officer of Memorial’s healthcare system. Memorial says the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) announced Tuesday morning they…
We now have official word the Coast Casinos are set to temporarily close their doors. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.
Two of the most popular ride-sharing apps are now allowed on the Seabee Base. Uber and Lyft are now allowed on the Seabee Base for the first time starting today. Previously if someone living on base was to use a…
Concerns over Coronavirus prompted the Harrison County Board of Supervisors to call a special meeting today. As a matter of protocol, the board issued a local proclamation, declaring a state of emergency for the county and did a first read…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Cruise lines around the world are suspending operations due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19. With no passengers on board, idle cruise ships are overwhelming several ports that normally host them. Yesterday, the Carnival Valor…
LAS VEGAS (WXXV) — MGM Resorts International announced its decision to temporarily suspend operations at its two Mississippi properties, Beau Rivage Resort & Casino and Gold Strike Casino Resort, until further notice, effective as of Tuesday, March 17th. Casino operations will close at midnight, followed by…
As ports across the country fill up due to the suspension of cruise line operations, the Port of Gulfport is taking a few of those ships in. Yesterday, the Carnival Valor docked at the Port of Gulfport, which will take…
All shows scheduled in March at IP CASINO RESORT SPA's Studio A have been postponed. New scheduled dates will be released once they have been confirmed. Refunds will be made available to guests that aren’t able to attend the rescheduled…
MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) — The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) announced two new cases of coronavirus within the Magnolia State late Monday morning. Two new COVID-19 cases, one in Pearl River County and one in Monroe County, have been identified…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — With several local school closures over coronavirus concerns, some families may find themselves facing unforeseen hardship. That's why Representative Sonya Williams Barnes, in partnership with Feed My Sheep, is offering free meals to school-aged children, for…