Animal shelters full after holidays
The holiday season is over and this time of year is one of the busiest for animal shelters across the country. For many, waking up to a new puppy or kitten on Christmas morning is a dream come true. Humane…
Harrison County
Nativity B.V.M Elementary Principal passes away
For the past 27 years, Sister Mary Jo Mike has made her presence felt as principal of Nativity BVM School in Biloxi. Sister Mary Jo passed away this morning. Nativity of the Blessed Rector Dennis Carver said, “Sister Mary Jo…
Pork butt fundraiser
Connect Fellowship Church is asking for your help to raise money for CASA of Harrison County. The church will be selling fully smoked whole pork butts for $40 each. If you want to purchase this meal for a good cause…
Benefits of filing income taxes early
A new year means tax season is right around the corner and it is never too early to start looking at your return information. Getting your finances in order for your taxes early can have multiple benefits. Early filers often…
Two women wanted for shoplifting
The Biloxi Police Department needs help identifying two subjects involved in shoplifting in the 1800 block of Popp’s Ferry Road. Police say one black female entered the business and loaded a cart with 15 cases of Corona beer. The second…
New Year baby born on the Coast
The Garden Park Medical Center kicked off their 2019 by helping deliver a baby boy for the New Year. Baby Bryce weighed in at 7 pounds 2 ounces. Bryce’s mother, Melissa Heskey, was beyond excited to welcome Baby Bryce into…
Good luck for 2019
To bring in good luck for the new year, it’s always good to eat some black-eyed peas and cabbage. Cajun’s Fabulous Fried Chicken Buffet in Gulfport was the place to be to usher in 2019. The restaurant made sure all…
Oyster Ball Drop at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
South Mississippi waited on the oyster to drop to usher in 2019. The Maritime Seafood and Industry Museum hosted this event to add a Gulf Coast twist to the New Year. There was food, drinks, live entertainment, and fireworks. At…
Oyster Ball Drop at Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
South Mississippi is waiting on the oyster to drop to usher in 2019. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi with more.
Oyster Ball Drop
While those in New York are waiting for the ball to drop, South Mississippi is waiting on the oyster to drop to usher in 2019. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi with…
‘Countdown to Noon’ at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Families kicked off 2019 a bit early today at Lynn Meadows ‘Countdown to Noon’ celebration in Gulfport. This countdown had snacks, a DJ with music, and lots of dancing. Before making their way into the theater for all of the…
Aggravated assault arrest
Forty-two year-old Chien Van Nguyen of D’Iberville is behind bars on a warrant for aggravated assault. Biloxi police say the assault occurred near the 900 block of Division Street where Nguyen struck the victim, causing multiple serious injuries on Christmas…
Scarlet Pearl Sportsbook sees success
Just a month removed from opening up their sportsbook, the Scarlet Pearl Casino is seeing success. The Scarlet Pearl partnered with daily-fantasy providers DraftKings on their sportsbook. Although the Sportsbook was built during football season, they’ve still seen great numbers…
Christmas Cardboard Recycling
The Harrison County Beautification Commission held their annual Christmas Cardboard Recycling event over the weekend. Partnered with Waste Management and Mississippi Power, Harrison County set up three separate locations where people could recycle their cardboard items. The Christmas holiday is…
Biloxi shooting investigation
One man was sent to the hospital following a shooting yesterday morning in Biloxi on Bayview Avenue. According to Biloxi police, the incident occurred around 4:50 in the 800 block of Bayview Avenue. A male victim was shot and transported…
Last weekend for Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival
If you are still in the Christmas spirit you can head out to the Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival this weekend. It is the last weekend for the light festival. With the numbers still coming in, city officials say it…
Last Kmart on the Coast shutting down
The last local Kmart will soon be closing its door permanently. This morning, employees at the Kmart located on Highway 49 learned that the store will soon be closing. The store is expected to close in late March and liquidation…
Staying safe on the road
As rainfall continues to increase, so does the likelihood of hazards in the roadway. The Gulf Coast has seen over three inches of rain since Thursday with two to three more inches expected through the start of the new year.…
Arrested for armed robbery
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 26-year-old Darren Andrew Stevens of Biloxi on a charge of armed robbery. The arrest is the result of an investigation into an armed robbery reported at the BP Country Store located on Shriners Blvd in…
Suspect arrested in Family Market armed robbery
An arrest has been made in connection with last night’s armed robbery at the Family Market Service Station in Gulfport. Eighteen-year-old Dalize Nutall has been charged with one count of armed robbery after authorities connected him with a previously reported…
Rising river level causes closure of Pascagoula River WMA for deer and small game hunting
Continued heavy rainfall and projected Pascagoula River levels have resulted in extensive flooding of Pascagoula River Wildlife Management Area. Effective December 29, 2018, Pascagoula River (WMA) will be closed to public access except for waterfowl hunting to river gauge levels. …
Lynn Meadows ‘Countdown to Noon’
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport will be counting down to noon on Monday to celebrate the New Year. This countdown will have lots going on like a DJ with music, noise maker crafts, dancing, snacks, and karaoke. Lynn Meadows…
Slick road conditions on the Coast
In Harrison County, slick roads seemed to be the biggest weather related problem. Just before 10 a.m., a vehicle slide into a ditch right across from our News 25 studio, facing south bound once it came to a stop. There…
Flight cancellations and delays at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport
Here’s a look at some local flight cancellations and delays. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini is at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport with more.