Harrison County

HCSD roof replacements nearing completion

The Harrison County School District is in their final round of the $28 million FEMA Wind Retrofit Roof Replacement Project across the district. They are in their last round of replacements for eight campuses totally $7 million. This large roof-hardening…

Giving blood during the holidays

It’s a busy time for all this holiday season, but it’s still an important time to give blood. According to The Blood Center, an increase in elective surgeries and traffic related accidents in the winter bring about a need for…

Annual Lighting of the Biloxi Lighthouse

It’s a Coast favorite tradition and it’s back for another year. The annual ‘Lighting of the Biloxi Lighthouse’ officially kicks off Christmas in Biloxi. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Flashing LED stop signs in Long Beach

Four new stop signs are capturing the attention of local drivers in Long Beach. The four way intersection of Cleveland and Railroad Street is now home to the recently added stop signs each with LED flashing lights. It’s the first…

Annual Senior Christmas Party

Hundreds of Harrison County seniors had the chance to celebrate the holidays this morning during their annual Christmas party. Around 350 people attended the party hosted at the Woolmarket Senior Center. Attendees enjoyed a nice lunch, listened to a children’s…

Christmas in Woolmarket

Christmas is only 20 days away, but you can celebrate early tonight in Harrison County. The Woolmarket Park has transformed into a winter wonderland for their yearly ‘Christmas in Woolmarket’ event. You can bring you family out to meet Mr.…

Arrested for stolen property

Two men are now behind bars following reports of stolen property in Long Beach. Police arrested 30-year-old Shameek Webb of Long Beach and 30-year-old Matthew Curtrer of Biloxi and charged them with one count of possession of stolen property and…

Gulfport PD kicks off new safety campaign

The Gulfport Police Department is beefing up patrols to help cut down on drunk or buzzed driving. Starting today through the New Year as a part of a new safety campaign called 'Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving', DUI trained officers…

63rd annual Kiwanis Pancake Day

It’s a yearly tradition for one local club that’s filled with pancakes and positive community action. The smell of batter and a sense of community filled the air in Gulfport for a long-running fundraiser promoting good. For just $6 the…

Man charged with DUI, felony possession

A Gulfport man is facing several charges including one felony after a high-speed chase this morning. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 44-year-old Charles Gill is being charged with driving under the influence, failure to stop, reckless driving, resisting arrest, and…

Seven arrested in armed robbery attempt

Seven people, including a 16-year-old, have been charged in an attempted armed robbery from last Friday in Ocean Springs. Jaylan Kirkland, Abbie Mayfield, Matthew Ramsey, Aleasha McGinnis, Kinlea Stephens, and 16-year-old Richard Figeueroa were charged after Jackson County Sheriff Mike…

“It’s a Wonderful Life” Live at Center Stage Theater

For many watching “It’s a Wonderful Life” on TV is a holiday tradition, but this year you can see the story told live on stage. Following ten years of success in New Orleans, the NOLA Voice Talent Foundation is bringing…

Picking the perfect Christmas tree

For many putting up their Christmas tree is the official start of their holiday season. Nothing really says winter like the smell of fresh tree in your home. The farmers at Holly Berry Hills Christmas Tree Farm say it is…

Benefits to membership at the Mississippi Aquarium

Do you want to support the Mississippi Aquarium’s mission to protect the beauty of aquatic life all while sharing the power of Coast waters? Well now may be your perfect chance with a membership to the aquarium. They will have…

Truck stolen from Biloxi produce company

Biloxi Police are asking for your help and to be on the lookout for a stolen produce delivery truck. The truck is a 2016 freightliner that has a black base color with images of produce on the side (see photo…

South MS Child Advocacy Center Holiday Toy Drive

On top of the services South Mississippi Child Advocacy Center provides children on the Coast, they’re looking to give a little more. For the third year, the Center is asking for your help to give the more than 800 children…

Gulfport students host tech program

Tonight, students from one Coast high school were chosen to teach C-Spire’s ‘Pilot Program.’ ‘The Hour of Code’ event was led by two students from Gulfport High School. The duo educated the group with a customized curriculum of coding which…

Charred car remains after fire in Gulfport

Tense moments for one Gulfport family after a car on their property became engulfed in flames. It happened on the intersection of Swan Lake Boulevard and Tree Top Way. Earlier this evening Harrison County Sheriff’s Department and the Gulfport Fire…

Decking the hallways in holiday cheer

One teacher at West Elementary School in Gulfport has transformed the halls into a winter wonderland. This is the second year Alexandra Waldrop has gone above and beyond to bring Christmas cheer to her second and third grade students. This…