Harrison County

Gulfport man pleads guilty to aggravated assault

A Gulfport man pled guilty to aggravated assault and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. Twenty-nine year-old Rico Brown was found guilty for a 2015 shooting that happened at Memorial Hospital. Gulfport police arrived on scene and located…

South Mississippians cast their votes in the primary election

Since 7 o’clock this morning, South Mississippians have been stopping by their precincts to cast their ballots. Armed with signs, Gulfport resident Roger Brokaw took his message to the street, campaigning for the candidates of his choice in Tuesday’s primary…

Former Biloxi Mayor AJ Holloway dies at 79

Former Biloxi Mayor AJ Holloway died this morning at the age of 79. Holloway was elected mayor five times, serving from 1993 until 2015 when he stepped down from the office due to complications with his health. Growing up in…

Congressional primary voter turnout

Since 7 a.m. South Mississippians have been making their way to the polls to cast their ballot for the 2018 Congressional Primary. News 25’s Veronica Bayona is at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi with more.

Battle of Midway Ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base

In June of 1942, the U.S. Navy overpowered the Japanese in the Battle of Midway, a battle which still has an impact 76 years later. Tuesday morning on Keesler Air Force Base, the Center for Naval Aviation Training Unit held…

Harrison County ‘Reach a Voter’ tool

If you’re a Harrison County resident, a text message is all it will take to stay informed during tomorrow’s primary elections. Last month, the Harrison County Circuit Clerk’s Office announced a new mobile program that will send important information and…

Kids Fire Academy Camp

Dozens of kids are having the chance to learn life-saving skills from some of Biloxi’s finest. Today kicked off day one of the week-long Biloxi Fire Kids Academy Camp.  Kids learn to do things like CPR and they get a…

Bait and tackle shop reopens in Gulfport

Good news for fishermen in Gulfport! They will no longer have to travel to get their fishing bait. Gulfport Marina Bait and Tackle has reopened with a new tenant. The shop is open seven days a week and opens at…

22nd annual Billfish Classic

Big boats, big money, and big fish, it’s time for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic once again. The best fishing teams in the world are in Biloxi this week, gearing up to compete for the top spot. Any angler…

Free summer meals program kicks off

School is out for the summer, but they’re still serving up tasty and nutritious meals in the Harrison County School District. Today kicked off the first day of the Harrison County School District’s free summer meals program. Monday marked the…

Gulfport firefighters put out large trash fire

This afternoon, Gulfport Fire Department reported to the scene of a trash fire in north Gulfport. The fire happened outside a home located on the corner of Miles Drive and Christopher Drive. According to neighbors, the pile of trash had…

Red, White, and Blueberry Festival

Ocean Springs was in the Fourth of July spirit with their 13th annual Red, White, and Blueberry Festival on Saturday. The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce partnered up with the Ocean Springs Fresh Market to bring local berry growers to…

Jeepin’ the Coast

Since 2012, over a thousand Jeepers hit the streets of the Gulf Coast for the annual Jeepin’ the Coast weekend festivities. People from all over the state ride their Jeeps coast wide with families and new friends they meet along…

Blessing of the Fleet Shrimp Festival

Shrimp was the main course meal over the weekend at the Blessing of the Fleet Shrimp Festival in Biloxi. Before all of the boats were blessed Sunday, locals gathered at the Point Cadet Pavilion in Biloxi to chow down on…

Construction accident at Patio 44 in Gulfport

A construction accident in Gulfport puts one man in the hospital. Part of Patio 44’s building frame collapsed on a victim while working in a bucket truck at the construction site. Once firefighters arrived at the scene, another side of…

Gator hunting permits accepted through June 7th

If you’re looking to hunt alligators this season you have seven days from today to submit your application. Applications will be accepted through June 7th through the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. The first drawing for permits will…

Harrison County children’s advocate retires after 34 years

Today, dozens of people gathered in Gulfport to celebrate the retirement of Cindy Alexander. Alexander is retiring as a court administrator from the Harrison County Youth Court and has been a tireless advocate for children in Harrison County for the…

Frigo Orthodontics Scholarship Giveaway

Ten South Mississippi students will get a little extra help when it comes to paying for college thanks to the Frigo Orthodontics Scholarship Giveaway. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the award ceremony with more.

Witness of alleged assault by Gulfport fire chief speaks out

Today Chief Battalion Greg Griffin with the Gulfport Fire Department has officially retired. Griffin was the witness of the reported assault between Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt and firefighter Tim Holliman back in April. The City of Gulfport opened an…

Harrison County escaped inmate captured

This afternoon, an inmate in Harrison County escaped while assigned to a work detail. According to Sheriff Troy Peterson, 34-year-old Delbert Thomas Ervin the Third of Gautier was on a work detail to help clean the St. Ann Kitchen and…

Iconic Golden Fisherman unveiled

The newest addition to the City of Biloxi has finally been unveiled tonight at the Maritime Seafood and Industry Museum. The iconic Golden Fisherman is back on the Coast and is turning heads. The South Mississippi community swarmed Point Cadet…

Splash pads opening in Gulfport

Kids are off to a great start to the summer with the opening of three different splash pads in Gulfport. Jones Park, Gaston Point Park and Westside Park all have splash pads available for everyone to enjoy. The splash pads…

Allen Hyundai Buddy Bag donation

Over the last month, Allen Hyundai and Buddy Bags took donations of hair brushes, pillows, gift cards, and toys to create comfort bags. Today they were able to donate one hundred comfort bags to the Harrison County Department of Child…