Reminder: D’Iberville Testing Emergency Weather Sirens Monday at 11 AM
The City of D’Iberville will be performing a test of the emergency weather sirens on Monday, July 1, at 11:00 A.M.
Harrison County
Splashin’ the Coast is back
Over 250 swimmers from across the country are on the Gulf Coast this weekend. On your mark, get set, go. Splashin’ the Coast is back for the 11th year. Coach Jamie Lee said, “It is just an opportunity for us…
2019 ASBS Pilgrimage
This weekend, members of the Associates of the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament gather on the Coast for the 2019 Pilgrimage. Members traveled from all over the country to reflect, pray, learn the history of the organization and continue the…
City of D'Iberville to test emergency weather sirens
The City of D’Iberville will be performing a test of the emergency weather sirens on Monday, July 1, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. They will be testing the six sirens located throughout the city for proper functioning. The sounding of the…
Fireworks prove hazardous for pets: HSSM implores pet owners to act with care
As residents begin planning their Fourth of July celebrations, The Humane Society of South Mississippi (HSSM) is putting out a plea asking that animals be kept in mind, as there is often an increase of lost pets following the Fourth…
Tourism options on the Coast
While beaches in the Hancock County area and Harrison County area are feeling the effects of toxic algal blooms in the Mississippi Sound, there are still many options for recreation along the Coast. Beaches in Gulfport are experiencing minimal turnout…
Splashin’ the Coast
Hundreds of swimmers will be competing at the Natatorium in Biloxi this weekend. It’s all part of Splashin’ the Coast. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has more.
Port of Gulfport creates jobs on the Coast
It’s been 13 years since Hurricane Katrina hit the Coast and a new report says since then, the Port of Gulfport has done a great job of creating jobs. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development reviewed the Mississippi…
Biloxi Passes Water Quality Tests with Flying Colors
There’s good news when it comes to Biloxi water quality. The city just issued its latest water quality report based on the annual testing of the city's water systems and the results will soon be in the mailboxes of Biloxi’s…
Local option sales tax debate continues
Gubernatorial candidates butted heads on a range of topics including a new tax that could be implemented. Republican candidate Lt. Governor Tate Reeves and Attorney General Jim Hood had the chance to speak out during the Mississippi Municipal League Conference.…
Ship Island unaffected by algae bloom
With the number of beach closures now up to 12 due to the algae bloom, many residents and visitors are looking for something safe to do. While some beaches are affected by the blue-green harmful algal bloom, some Coast attractions…
Power out after lightning strikes a powerline on Lindh Road
There were some tense moments for some Gulfport residents after lightning strikes in the area. Severe weather caused trees to topple over, bringing down high-power voltage lines. Grass in the area caught fire, endangering a nearby home. The Gulfport Police…
MDEQ Adds Two Beach Stations to Closures
The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued two additional closures Thursday for two beach stations (Station 9 – Gulfport Harbor Beach and Station 10B – East Courthouse Road Beach) in Harrison County due to…
Four day residency with Lonnie Holley at WAMA
Students in Jackson County had the opportunity of a lifetime at the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. Young artists learned and picked the mind of artist Lonnie Holley as they helped him create sculptures made from material found on the…
Unregistered garbage can pick up in Biloxi
The City of Biloxi is now picking up garbage and recycling carts not associated with active accounts. According to the city, there are just over 2,000 unregistered households across the city that have the carts. Many of the unregistered cans…
Ship Island Excursions stay open amid toxic algae
While the harmful algal bloom has forced ten beaches along the Coast to close, Ship Island Excursions continues to carry one. News 25’s Andrew Scherer has more.
Gulf Coast Pride Day is Saturday
The Gulf Coast Association of Pride is dedicated to providing resources to our local LGBTQ+ community. On Saturday, they will be celebrating just that. They are hosting ‘Pride Day’ at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi. ‘Pride Day’ will have lots…
Gulfport Mayor Heading to Honolulu for U.S. Conference of Mayors
Mayor Hewes will be among the 200 mayors from across our nation attending the United States Conference of Mayors 87th Annual Meeting.
Gulfport Mayor takes reins of Mississippi Municipal League as president
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is the 2019-2020 president for the Mississippi Municipal League. During a luncheon today, Mayor Hewes received his gavel from former President Glen Barlow and assumed his new role. It’s been a decade since a Gulfport mayor…
Another beach closed in Harrison County
The ten beaches that are closed in Hancock and Harrison County will remain that way until further notice. This is all due to the blue-green harmful algal bloom that has popped up on the Coast. It’s been called a disaster…
Statewide push to protect home rule
Cities and towns are asking legislature and statewide candidates for office to protect home rule. The home rule allows cities and towns to make their own decisions when it comes to matters on the local level. Following this year’s legislative…
Mobile Red Cross blood drive in Gulfport
Some people rolled up their sleeves today in Gulfport to help the Red Cross save lives across the nation. The Red Cross set up a mobile blood drive center next to Chick-Fil-A on Highway 49 for five hours, allowing residents…
MGCCC students simulate emergency birth
Paramedic students at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Jefferson Davis Campus got a live action lesson today. Twelve students had to perform a live emergency birth using a simulation dummy. The students were split into groups of two just like…
‘Birdies for Charity’ check celebration
Today the Rapiscan Systems Classic and the Gulf Coast Community Foundation awarded more than $440,000 to local charities. It was the ‘Birdies for Charity’ check celebration and 20 charities were represented and 13 of them received money during today’s celebration.…