Harrison County

Gearing up for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon

We are gearing up for a big weekend here on the Coast. It’s almost time for the fourth Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon. Around 3,700 people will be lacing up their sneakers for the fourth annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon and…

WXXV Salvation Army Bell Ringers

‘Tis the season of giving and everyone here at WXXV News 25 is joining up with the Salvation Army all for a good cause. The News 25 crew is gathering at the neighborhood Walmart on Highway 49 and volunteered as…

Second arrest made in Biloxi burglary

A second arrest has been made in the case of a reported burglary that was in progress earlier this week in Biloxi’s Goose Point subdivision. On Wednesday, police arrested 22-year-old Lindsey Griffin IV on Eisenhower Drive in Biloxi, less than…

Wanted for grand larceny

With the Christmas season comes porch pirates and Biloxi police are looking for this man wanted for allegedly stealing packages off a porch on Howard Avenue. Police describe him as a black male with a beard. The incident happened on…

Biloxi School District releases statement regarding possible threats

Biloxi schools have received multiple reports this evening concerning a social media threat against Biloxi Schools. School officials immediately began communicating with local law enforcement and provided them with all relevant information. Law enforcement officials visited multiple homes and have…

‘Christmas in the Air’ at the Beau Rivage

The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is inviting you to its Christmas show “Christmas in the Air.” The show includes high-kicking precision Christmas dancers in Broadway-style fashion, special appearances from Santa and his friends, and beautiful decorations from the time…

Biloxi firefighter receives huge award

Everyday firefighters put their life on the line for complete strangers. Recently, many Biloxi firefighters were honored for their heroism, including one who was awarded one of the department’s highest honors. Only three firefighters in the Biloxi Fire Department’s history…

Mobile home kitchen fire in D’Iberville

A family is safe after strong winds contributed to a kitchen fire this afternoon in D’Iberville. The fire took place off Popp’s Ferry Road just after 1 p.m. D’Iberville Fire Chief Gerald Smith said the fire happened on an addition…

Salvation Army City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge

The City of Gulfport is spreading holiday cheer today at the Sam’s Club with the Salvation Army’s ‘City Hall Bell Ringing Challenge.’ All funds raised go right back to the community to help with social services programs. These programs include…

25 Days of Christmas adoption event

The 25 Days of Christmas adoption event continues to count down. Today, the Humane Society of South Mississippi hit stop number 10 at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. Pets were set up in the bus lobby for folks passing by to see…

Harrison County installs GPS technology in vehicle fleet

Harrison County’s vehicle fleet is receiving a technology upgrade. The Harrison County Board of Supervisors approved the installation of GPS systems in the county’s fleet of vehicles and equipment. With a total of more than 200 units, the vehicle installation…

Arrested for third degree arson

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 43-year-old Christopher Lee Johns on a charge of third degree arson. The arrest was the result of an investigation into an arson incident reported on December 9th in the 700 block of Howard Ave in which…

‘Blitz to the Superdome’ winner announced

Many of you have been following along and playing the Harrah’s ‘Blitz to the Superdome’ contest. Today, we are announcing our big winner. Congratulations to Jennifer Brickson from Ocean Springs. Jennifer is the winner of two tickets to the Saints…

New P.E. equipment donated to Lyman Elementary

Students at Lyman Elementary are getting the chance to have fun in their physical education class with new and innovative equipment thanks to a special donor. Lyman Elementary was recently invited to attend a conference hosted by Blue Cross Blue…

2020 Crawfish Music Festival lineup announced

It’s currently the holiday season, but crawfish season will be here before you know it. We know the perfect place to try some mudbugs and enjoy some wonderful music. The Crawfish Music Festival at the Coast Coliseum will return April…

Pre-legislative briefing at Golden Nugget

The 2019 Legislative Session was groundbreaking for our state with the passing of the lottery and teacher pay raises. Now lawmakers are getting ready for 2020 and setting the stage with a pre-legislative briefing that took place this morning at…