Retired Seabee’s final wish
Many people worry about how they’ll be remembered when they pass away. For Retired Seabee Sam Bass, he wants to be remembered by his peers. Bass died on July 13th at 88 one of his last wishes was to have…
Harrison County
Early Childhood Academy Ribbon Cutting
Local leaders and members of the early childhood community gathered today to mark the opening of a new facility. The Early Childhood Academy on MGCCC’s Jefferson Davis campus helps those in the early childhood field prepare children as they get…
Coast Life Back to School Drive
In an effort to help students on the Coast get geared up for school, one local organization is giving them a head start by providing the necessities for heading back. Coast Life, which stands for ‘Can Overcome Any Stereotypes,’ is…
Softball tournament’s effects on tourism
A softball tournament taking place in Gulfport has people from across the country visiting the Mississippi Coast this week. National Fastpitch Alliance’s inaugural National Championship at the Gulfport Sportsplex has brought around 112 teams from 20 different states to Gulfport…
Two arrested in connection with drive-by shooting in Harrison County
According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 26-year-old Jared Dewey and 24-year-old Beverly Trotta were arrested for their connection with a drive-by shooting in Saucier. Sheriff’s deputies responded to reports of shots fired at a home off of Jabour Drive on June…
Summer Job Fair
If you’re looking for a job, here’s an event you won’t want to miss. A Summer Job Fair is set to be held next Tuesday, July 23rd from 9 a.m. to 12 at the Mississippi Coast Convention Center in Biloxi.…
Widening Beatline Road in Long Beach
Traveling down main thoroughfares like Highway 49, 90, or Beatline Road in Harrison County can be a headache for commuters during peak traffic hours. That’s why Long Beach city officials want to make a change. Mayor George Bass and MDOT…
Breakfast with the Mayor in Biloxi
“Breakfast with the Mayor” gives the City of Biloxi the chance to hear from their leader on all of the projects and work going on in their city. This morning at the Hard Rock Casino, Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich addressed…
Mississippi ACLU asks cities to repeal panhandling penalties
The American Civil Liberties Union of Mississippi is asking 16 cities in the state to eliminate local laws that penalize panhandling. The organization says in a news release Wednesday that the request is part of a national effort that includes…
THIS WEEKEND: Mad Potter Block Party
The Ohr O'Keefe Museum of Art is throwing a block party in celebration of the mad potter's 162nd birthday.
Arrested for warrant of taking away of a motor vehicle
Biloxi Police arrested 47-year-old David Russell Liles of Biloxi on a warrant issued for taking away of a motor vehicle. The arrest stemmed from an investigation in which Liles was found to have entered the victim’s vehicle while it was…
Arrested for warrant for felony malicious mischief
Biloxi Police arrested 33-year-old William Criss Taggart of Vancleave for a warrant issued for felony malicious mischief. The arrest stemmed from an investigation in which Taggart was found to have intentionally caused damage to his hotel room and an adjoining…
Beach Bot Battle
Get ready to go nuts and bolts at Gulfport High School this week for their third annual Beach Bot Battle. Robotics Team Fusion 364 will join forces with 24 other teams locally and around the country. Each year, students and…
State Commission of Marine Resources meeting in Biloxi
The State Commission on Marine Resources met this morning and the topic on everyone’s mind was the Bonnet Carre Spillway. DMR Executive Director Joe Spraggins told those at the meeting how they are working with the state to conduct water…
Missing Person: James Edward Gibson has been found
James Gibson has been located and is safe.
Auditors Arrest Harrison County Assistant Tax Collector
Today State Auditor Shad White announced Special Agents from his office have arrested Harrison County Assistant Tax Collector Denise Gill after she was indicted on four counts of submitting false statements to defraud the government by a grand jury assembled…
2019 Schutt Sports NFA National Championship
More than 120 teams from 18 different states made their way to the Gulfport Sportsplex for the 2019 Schutt Sports National Fastpitch Championship. This inaugural event features fastpitch softball for ages 18 and under. There is something for all the…
Online registration begins for Biloxi Public Schools
Right now, the grounds are empty at Biloxi Junior High School, but next week, students, new and current, will fill the hallways as they prepare for the 2019-2020 school year. Online registration for Biloxi Public Schools began on their website…
Sand cleanup on Highway 90
With all of the wind Barry brought into our Coast this weekend, you have probably noticed how those winds pushed a good amount of sand onto Highway 90. The Mississippi Department of Transportation is always tasked with the process of…
MS Air National Guard members volunteer at local schools
Members of the Mississippi Air National Guard took on a special mission as the weekend began. Around 15 volunteers from the Combat Readiness Training Center in Gulfport deployed Friday to three Harrison County schools for various projects. At Crossroads Elementary…
Arrested for felony shoplifting
A Biloxi woman is behind bars, charged with felony shoplifting. Biloxi police arrested 22-year-old Essence Nellie Mae Williams after a shoplifting complaint at the Edgewater Mall on Beach Boulevard. Police say Williams went into the business and stole items worth…
Beach cleanup after Barry
Sand Beach Authority was up bright and early to clear the beaches from what was left behind after Barry. They started the cleanup process at Henderson Point in Pass Christian and once they are done there they will work their…
Update on conditions in Harrison County
All eyes are on the tropics right now as officials are tracking Barry. We are already seeing this storms affects right here on the Coast. News 25's Kristen Anzuini is in Harrison County with an update.
Jurassic Quest at the Coast Coliseum
If you’re staying indoors this weekend, there is no better event than Jurassic Quest at the Coast Convention Center. Families will get to see more than 80 dinosaurs with several life-size animatronic dinosaurs of all species. Kids can learn about…