Bringing awareness to Gold Star Families
May looks to be a huge month for members of the Gold Star community here on the Coast. The Navy Gold Star Program dedicates the month of May as ‘Gold Star Awareness Month.’ In an effort to help raise public…
Harrison County
MDEQ lifts two beach water contact advisories in Gulfport; Three advisories remain in effect
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted water contact advisories Wednesday for Station 8 (Gulfport West Beach) and Station 11 (Gulfport East Beach). Water samples at these stations show the areas have attained acceptable…
‘Coastal Mississippi’ celebrates their one year anniversary
It was a packed house at the ‘Coastal Mississippi’ offices today as they celebrated their one year anniversary. One year ago, ‘Coastal Mississippi-The Secret Coast’ ad campaign was launched by the Tourism Marketing Organization for the Tri-County Coastal Region. Since…
American Red Cross needs blood donations
As Coronavirus fears sweep the nation, hospitals and other medical facilities are taking steps to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, but the scare has left the country with a blood shortage. The American Red Cross is facing a blood…
Gulfport man accused of sexually assaulting 17-year-old girl arrested
A Gulfport man is behind bars tonight after being accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl. According to Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson, 35-year-old Nickolas Shultz was taken into custody after a family friend alleged that Shultz had assaulted her.…
Meeting to discuss possible expansion of Boys and Girls Club in Gulfport
The Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast is looking to make a new addition to its new facility. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is at the community meeting with more.
Centennial Plaza hosting job fair
For those looking for a job in the hospitality industry, Centennial Plaza is the place to go. They are currently looking for a wide variety of positions including bartenders, servers, front desk agents, and pool attendants. Job seekers can stop…
Setting the table for tomorrow’s leaders: Hospitality and Tourism Workforce Summit
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and the University of South Alabama have teamed up for their fourth annual Hospitality and Tourism Workforce Summit and it’s proving to be a winning combination. Chef’s Danie Rodriguez and Jackie Seavy are always cooking…
Traffic Alert: Car accident on U.S. 90 at 20th Avenue in Harrison County
9:15 a.m. Update: The car accident has been cleared and traffic is now flowing normally on U.S. 90. 8:20 a.m. Update: The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reporting a car accident on U.S. 90 at the intersection of 20th…
Two arrested in Biloxi for opening credit cards with someone else's information
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Two people were arrested in Biloxi on Tuesday on charges of identity theft. The Biloxi Police Department says 23-year-old Jessica Lynn Klemann of Galveston, Texas, and 33-year-old Patrick Ryan Arnold of Biloxi were taken into custody…
Coast Observer honors locals at 2020 Covey Awards
The best of the best of South Mississippi was honored tonight at the Hard Rock Casino for the 15th annual Coast Observer Covey Awards. Dozens of awards were presented such as favorite casino, favorite local band, and best night life.…
Congressman Steven Palazzo holds watch party for Mississippi Primary Election
Incumbent Congressman Steven Palazzo made his way to the Coast for Election Day. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is at Patio 44 where Palazzo is hosting a viewing party.
Steven Palazzo has won the U.S. House of Rep. seat for the 4th Congressional District
Steven Palazzo has won the U. S House of Representatives seat for the fourth congressional district. He defeated Carl Boyanton, Robert L. Deming III, and Samuel Hickman. There is no democratic opposition for this race.
Familiar faces greet South Mississippi voters at local precincts
While the results of today’s primaries are still uncertain, some things remain the same such as familiar faces at some of South Mississippi’s most popular precincts. News 25’s Toni Miles takes us behind the scenes at the precinct located at…
Congressman Palazzo votes on the Coast
Congressman Steven Palazzo cast his ballot today on the Coast. Palazzo was joined by his son Barrett Palazzo, who is a first time voter, and his parents Muriel and Frank Palazzo at the Sand Beach precinct. Palazzo released a statement…
City of Biloxi gearing up for annual St. Patrick’s Day events
The annual Hibernia St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Biloxi is still set to roll on this weekend despite growing Coronavirus fears in other parts of the country. This Saturday, the City of Biloxi will spend the day celebrating St. Patrick’s…
Today is Primary Election Day in Mississippi; Polls open until 7 p.m.
It’s time to make your voices heard, Mississippi! Today is the state’s Primary Election. Candidates that voters will see on their ballot on the national scale are for the Presidential Primary Election and in Mississippi you’ll see candidates for the…
2020 Coast Observer ‘Covey Awards’ to shine tomorrow
The best of the best of South Mississippi will be honored tomorrow night at the Hard Rock Casino for the 15th annual Coast Observer ‘Covey Awards.’ Dozens of awards will be presented such as favorite casino, favorite local band, and…
Spring Break Weekend taking place April 2nd through the 5th in Biloxi
It’s hard to believe, but spring is almost here. For college students around the country, that means spring break is just around the corner. Here in Biloxi, we’re less than a month out from what is known as ‘Black Beach…
Casting call at the Coast Coliseum: extras needed Tuesday and Wednesday
The Coast Coliseum is setting the stage for shooting scenes two days this week in the revenge thriller “The Card Counter.” Filming of the feature film has been underway for several weeks now on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Tomorrow and…
Garden Park Medical Center taking precautionary measures for COVID-19
As the threat of the Coronavirus continues to increase across the country, local hospitals are taking precautionary measures in the case the virus makes it way to South Mississippi. Garden Park Medical Center announced today they’re adopting measures beyond what…
43rd annual CoastCon takes over Coast Convention Center
Thousands of sci-fi enthusiasts and gamers gathered on the Coast this weekend for one of the state’s premier conventions. CoastCon returned to the Mississippi Coast Convention Center for the 43rd year this weekend, featuring three days of panel discussions, opportunities…
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosted ‘Beach Day at the Wheel Way’
Saturday was a beautiful day to get out to the beach and enjoy the day for a good cause. The Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosted the second annual ‘Beach Day at the Wheel Way’ in recognition of ‘National Development Disabilities…
Long Beach Police and Fire participate in ‘Battle of the Badges’ fundraiser
Some of Long Beach’s finest engaged in a friendly competition on Saturday to help both our two legged and four legged friends in the community. ‘Battle of the Badges’ brought together the Long Beach police and fire departments as well…