Harrison County

Gulfport PD showcase vehicles to Boys and Girls Club

The Gulfport Police Department is reaching out to the youth of the community by holding a cruiser car show. The kids at the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast got a chance to check out the different types…

MGCCC food bank opens

More college campuses are establishing food resources for students in need. Research shows more than half of all college students worry that food will run out and skip meals or eat less than desired to save food. That’s why MGCCC…

Breakfast with Mayor FoFo Gilich

This morning citizens, business and community leaders gathered at the Golden Nugget for ‘Breakfast with the Mayor.’ During the breakfast, Mayor Andrew "FoFo" Gilich gave updates on the 2020 Census, new bike lanes, and projects like the possible East Biloxi…

Gulfport PD reminding community of ‘Move over Law’

With recent accidents involving officers lately in mind, Gulfport Police Department wants to remind everyone of the ‘move over’ law in Mississippi. It is the law in Mississippi and nearly every state in the U.S. that you must move over…

Biloxi Community Festival against Crime

You’ll see plenty of law enforcement at the Point Cadet Plaza on Saturday, but not to worry, it’s all part of the annual Biloxi Community Festival against Crime. This event will feature activities for the whole family including games, door…

Update on algae bloom

Here on the Coast, we are still feeling the effects of the reopening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway months after it had been closed. News 25 spoke with Mississippi Department of Marine Resources Executive Director Joe Spraggins. He says there…

Runaway Juvenile: Jabril Hinton

Biloxi police need your help finding a 15-year-old boy who reportedly ran away from home. Jabril Hinton was last seen on Sunday night and is suspected of running away in the middle of the night. Hinton is about 5 feet,…

‘Social Change in a Democracy’ Documentary

Biloxi residents and historian, do you want to learn more about the history of the city? This Thursday is your chance to come out to the Biloxi Visitor’s Center and check out a half hour 1950s documentary called ‘Social Change…

MGCCC Hospitality Job Fair

It was a packed house this morning at the Hospitality Job fair as potential employees came with resumes in hand and dressed for success. These jobs are anything to do with hospitality, ranging from hotels, attractions, restaurants, and more. There…

Cyber Safety Seminar

In an effort to better protect children, the Long Beach School District held a cyber safety event for parents. The ‘Protect Young Eyes’ organization held a free seminar, detailing the different apps, websites, and social media trends that children are…

Senator Wicker visits Gulfport High School

Two-hundred and thirty-two years ago tomorrow, we celebrate the birth of our government. Ahead of Constitution Day, one Mississippi senator decided to educate some local high school students on the importance of government. Having the attention of a room full…

Free water sessions at Biloxi Natatorium

Are you or someone you know fearful of the water? Well, you may have a chance to overcome that fear with a new type of water session at the Biloxi Natatorium. These sessions are for anyone 18 and over to…

Update on Saenger Theatre renovations

Good news for those looking forward to the renovated Saenger Theatre in Biloxi. A bid was awarded for work to start on the exterior renovations for the theatre including the roof, fly tower, and installing a new air conditioning unit.…

Update on rare whale at IMMS

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies rescue team saved a stranded rare melon-head whale on Thursday. The whale was in critical condition and has been in heavy treatment ever since. Upon arrival, crews identified the injuries as a large shark…

38th annual Biloxi Seafood Festival

One of the Coast’s notable festivals returned for its 38th year this weekend. The Biloxi Seafood Festival kicked off Saturday and ended at 5 p.m. on Sunday. Festival-goers at the Biloxi Town Green were treated to a large variety of…

Rare whale being cared for at IMMS

The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is now bringing a one of a kind animal back to health. IMMS rescued a rare melon-headed whale after it was reported stranded on Cat Island by a fisherman on Thursday afternoon. This whale…

Mississippi Walk for Diabetes

Community members showed up to Jones Park on Saturday to raise awareness for a medical condition that affects millions of people and families in the U.S. Teams of runners and walkers at the ‘Mississippi Walk for Diabetes’ had the option…

Tunnel to Towers 5K

One race held on the Coast Saturday is all about honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The ‘Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Race and Walk’ started in Ocean Springs and ended at Margaritaville in Biloxi. Some participants also climbed…

Gulfport PD raising awareness for breast cancer

The Gulfport Police Department is raising awareness for breast cancer in a unique way. Two police cruisers from the department have been retro-fitted with pink decals including a pink ribbon on the hood. The cruisers will be available for showcase…

Seabee Chief Petty Officer Pinning Ceremony

Today, a number of service members at the Seabee Base in Gulfport were promoted and recognized for their service. It’s a long and challenging process, but the anchors are definitely worth it. Thirty-two service members from various commands at the…