Harrison County

Gulfport schools begin the new school year

It’s that time of the year again for students in the Gulfport School District. School is back. All 11 schools in the district returned today, officially putting an end to summer break. Over 1,500 students returned to Gulfport High School…

Deputy involved car wreck on West Railroad Street in Gulfport

Gulfport police are investigating a two car crash that involved a Harrison County deputy. Officials say that the Harrison County deputy and a person in the other car were both taken to the hospital for minor injuries. The car that…

Four more beaches closed in South Mississippi

This morning, four more stretches of beach in South Mississippi have been closed. The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality through its beach monitoring program has added four locations of water contact warnings on the Coast. Those beaches include: Davis Ave.…

2019 Primary Mississippi Election Results

Here’s a list of winners based on unofficial results from Tuesday night’s primaries. Governor Republican: Runoff between Tate Reeves, Bill Waller Democrat: Jim Hood Lieutenant Governor Republican: Delbert Hosemann Democrat: Jay Hughes (unopposed) Secretary of State Republican: Michael Watson Democrat:…

Biloxi City Schools are back in session

The summer has come and gone and school is back in session. Biloxi City Schools rang the bell for classes to begin this morning at all eight of their schools. They are one of the first school systems on the…

Back to School Jamboree

The 'Extend a Hand, Help a Friend' organization is giving back to those in need. It was a packed house for the ‘Back to School Jamboree’ at Gulfport Central Middle School today. This event aimed to set students up for…

First day of Summer Fest

A ferris wheel, tilt-a-whirl, and carnival food are some of the highlights of the Summer Fest at the Great Lawn at Harrah’s Gulf Coast. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has more.

Dedeaux Park drowning victims identified

A heartbreaking scene unfolded last night as the community mourns the loss of three 14-year-old boys who drowned at Dedeaux Park on the Biloxi River. Harrison County Deputy Coroner Brian Switzer confirmed that Travis Roberson, Javonte Johnson, and Eric Smith…

MDEQ sampling Coast water

As we enter August, all 21 Coast beaches still remain closed. On June 22nd, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality began issuing water advisories due to the presence of a blue-green algae bloom. As water advisories for all 21 Coast…

‘Pets are Cool for Back to School’ promotion

The Humane Society of South Mississippi wants to help you start the school year off on the right foot or the right ‘paw.’ This Saturday, the shelter is waiving adoption fees for all cats and dogs over 30 pounds. This…

Power bills at Mississippi Power

It’s as expected as the sun coming up each morning, most of us can expect our electric bills to increase during the summer months. But, when you’re seemingly doing everything right to keep the price low, how much is too…

Back to School Jamboree

As students and parents start prepping for school, the Extend a Hand, Help a Friend organization will also give back to those in need. Today at 5 p.m., the Back to School Jamboree at Gulfport Central Middle School will have…

Grand opening for Tap Book, Bar, and Bistreaux

On this day last year, the Beau Rivage took in Mississippi’s first legalized sports bet. Now, today, one year later, the party continues with the grand opening of the brand new Tap Book, Bar and Bistreaux. The Tap Book and…

Centennial Plaza grand opening in Gulfport

It’s official! The Centennial Plaza is opening its doors for business. Tonight, the celebration was as grand as the transformation to the property. After sitting vacant for many years, the old VA hospital is now transformed into the brand new…