Harrison County

Biloxi man honored for lifesaving efforts

One Biloxi man received a big honor today in recognition for his lifesaving efforts. American Red Cross volunteer Cliff Boyer rendered lifesaving aid to a fellow volunteer who fell from a truck and hit his head while on disaster relief…

Biloxi Fire Department’s ‘Fill the Boot’ Drive

The Biloxi Fire Department is warming up for their annual ‘Fill the Boot’ Drive. Each year, firefighters ask people to help them ‘fill the boot’ to raise money to support the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Continuing a 65-year tradition, these Biloxi…

Reaction to lawsuit related to Bonnet Carre Spillway

Reaction is coming in following Attorney General Jim Hood’s announcement yesterday of the state’s intention to sue the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over the Bonnet Carre Spillway openings. Dr. Moby Solangi with the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in…

‘Terror on the Coast’ Blood Drive

While visiting ‘Terror on the Coast’ today you could help save a life. This year, ‘Terror’ organizers are partnering with the American Red Cross to host its first blood drive. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Propane tank leak in Harrison County

Residents off of Pecan and Vidalia Road are safe this morning from a propane tank leak. Harrison County Fire and Rescue responded yesterday afternoon to a leaking 250 gallon propane tank at a cell tower. Fire crews used a special…

Gulfport Woman Wins $50,000 in United Way Nifty 50 Raffle!

Over the past few weeks, we've been covering the United Way of South Mississippi's Nifty 50 raffle! And the winner of the $50,000 grand prize has been announced! Stephanie Mueller of Gulfport is the grand prize raffle winner. Mueller's ticket…

Quick Action Contains Propane Leak in Harrison County

Residents off of Pecan and Vidalia Road are safe this morning from a propane tank leak. Harrison County Fire and Rescue responded yesterday afternoon, to a leaking 250 gallon propane tank at a cell tower. Fire crews used a special…

National Red Ribbon Week

Students at Three Rivers Elementary School in Gulfport said ‘no’ to drugs in a magical way today. Schools throughout the Harrison County School District are recognizing ‘National Red Ribbon Week’ through themed costume days and discussions on how to make…

Taste of Long Beach

The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce is inviting you out to get a taste of the city. ‘Taste of Long Beach’ is an area tradition. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Sixth annual Senior Halloween Spectacular

Today the Biloxi Civic Center is filled with ghouls and goblins for the sixth annual Senior Halloween Spectacular. This spectacular is put on by the Red Barnett Senior Center to show everyone you are never too old to have fun.…

‘Promote the Vote’ at Pass Christian Elementary

The general election may not be until November 5th, but students at Pass Christian Elementary School cast their votes today for governor. Each grade came in class by class to cast their vote for governor with their voter registration in…

Pineville Elementary Warming Up for Friday Celebration

One school here in South Mississippi is warming up for a much-deserved celebration. Pineville Elementary School in Pass Christian is hosting a National Blue Ribbon School celebration in honor of their overall achievement and the results of their hard work…

Governor Bryant cuts ribbon on water outfalls

Waves are hitting Harrison County now thanks to the first beach storm water outfalls on the Mississippi Gulf. Local officials and Governor Phil Bryant met on the beaches of Harrison County to cut the ribbon on this highly anticipated project.…

BEAM event helps students get energized for energy careers

It was an electric atmosphere today at Mississippi Power’s operations center as high school students learned more about energy careers. From linemen to logistics, it’s time to get energized about energy. Mississippi Power and the American Association of Blacks in…

Gulfport High Invent Team receives grant from M.I.T.

This morning, the Lemelson-MIT Program announced its 2019-2020 ‘InvenTeams’ to receive up to $10,000 in grant funding to address local and worldwide problems. Gulfport High School was one of 14 teams of high school students from across the country selected.…

Gulf Coast Restoration Advisory Board meeting

The Gulf Coast Restoration Advisory Board is ready for the next step in regards to allocating BP oil spill funds to different projects on the Coast. This comes after a meeting discussing the final vetting of all the applications submitted…

Camper home rollover accident on Highway 67

One person was taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries after a camper being pulled by a truck and a car collided on Hwy 67 at E Wortham Rd today. The camper was destroyed in the accident. Harrison County…

Arrested on warrant for robbery

On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, the Biloxi Police Department arrested 39-year-old Ryan Michael Salter of Biloxi, MS on an arrest warrant for robbery. The arrest stemmed from an investigation into a complaint, in which Salter allegedly followed an individual to…