Harrison County

Harrison County deputy shot by his own gun resigns

Many people along the Coast are still wondering what exactly happened during the July 28th investigation where a Harrison County deputy was shot with his own gun. Authorities are now confirming that the deputy resigned from the sheriff’s department on…

Reports of shots fired in Harrison County

A report of shots fired occurred around 5:45 this afternoon in Harrison County. According to the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office, it happened on 73rd Avenue in the Canal Point Apartment neighborhood. Officials say they believe an altercation occurred in one…

Wild Harrison County Chase Today

On September 12, 2017 at approximately 1115 hours, the Biloxi Police Department responded to the area of 850 Bayview for a report of a Desporte’s Seafood truck being stolen. Officers canvassed the area and located the truck in the area…

Van fire and explosion in Harrison County

Residents around Owl Roost Road in Harrison County were awakened by two explosions early Saturday morning. Units from the Cuevas Fire and Harrison County Fire Services responded around 3:15 a.m. Saturday morning to the report of the explosions and found…

Harrison County Fair in full swing

The Harrison County Fair is back in town for the second year in a row. The midway is jam packed with rides, carnival games, and those interesting fair desserts and meals for everyone to snack on while taking a stroll…

Harrison County Fair

Today is day two of the Harrison County Fair. The fair runs through Sunday. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us at the fairgrounds and tells us all the fun things you and your family can enjoy this weekend.

PreK4WARD expands in Harrison County

The United Way of South Mississippi’s PreK4WARD program has expanded in the Harrison County School District, preparing even more four-year-olds for kindergarten. Pineville Elementary School is the latest Harrison County School to host a PreK4WARD classroom. A total of 20…

Second annual Harrison County Fair

The summer may be winding down, but the second annual Harrison County Fair is heating up here in South Mississippi. Gates open tonight at 5 for the first day of the free event. Tonight at 6, one church kicks off…

Fresh produce for Harrison County students

Students at three Harrison County schools will now get to enjoy fresh fruits and veggies all at no cost. This is all thanks to three grants totaling almost $80,000. Bel Aire, Crossroad, and Pineville Elementary schools will be able to…

Harrison County Fair preview

The Harrison County Fair is in less than a week and preparations are underway at the grounds in Gulfport. Workers were out bright and early this morning setting up ticket booths and getting the Harrison County Fairgrounds ready for next…

Pedestrian in critical condition in Harrison County

Officials with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department confirmed another pedestrian is in critical condition after being hit by a car. The incident happened near John Clarke Road and Cardinal Lane around 5 a.m. The victim was flown to USA Medical…

Harrison County First Responders Banquet

The Harrison County branches of Keesler Federal Credit Union are honoring the first responders with an appreciation dinner. News 25’s Tanner Stewart joins us at the Beau Rivage with more.

Harrison County Utility Authority meeting

In just one month, Team Waste will be the new trash provider for some areas of Harrison County except for Gulfport. Earlier today, the Harrison County Utility Authority filed a lawsuit against the City of Gulfport for breaking its garbage…

Harrison County State of the County

It was a packed house inside the IP Casino for the Harrison County Board of Supervisors State of the County address. Topics that Board President Kent Jones addressed include improving the quality of life in Harrison County, the success of…

Harrison Central High students explore career options

With the school year back in high gear, high school seniors will be preparing for graduation before you know it. Teachers at Harrison Central are working hard with their students to be better prepared after high school. The Win Job…

New garbage carts in Harrison County

Team Waste and the Harrison County Utility Authority started delivering new 96 gallon garbage cans around Harrison County earlier this week. The Harrison County Utility Authority will deliver the garbage carts to approximately 40,000 residents across Harrison County until the…

CASA of Harrison County welcomes back executive director

After a few years of personnel issues and changes, CASA of Harrison County is turning a new page. They are now welcoming back their original executive director Jeannie Herrin, who served from 2010 to 2014. Those who have worked with…

Update on The Harrison Deputy Shooting

It's been three weeks since a Harrison County deputy was shot in the chest. Authorities held a press conference about the shooting, where there may be some new information about the incident. News 25's Gina Tomlinson joins us with the…

New Harrison County waste services making it easier to recycle

Did you know only about five percent of Harrison County residents recycle? That’s according to the Harrison County Utility Authority who are trying to raise that number with the start of a new garbage trash and recycling services contract. County…

Harrison County solid waste community meetings

The Harrison County Board of Supervisors is set to approve several locations to hold meetings with solid waste providers. The community meetings include officials from the Harrison County Utility Authority, Team Waste, and Pelican Waste. This allows the opportunity for…

Doubling inmate costs at Harrison County Jail

The growing number of inmates and the increase of costs at the jail are causing problems for Harrison County officials. Conversation heated up at the Harrison County Board of Supervisors meeting earlier today when jail fees became the subject of…

Man hangs himself in cell in Harrison County

Harrison County inmate Jared Anthony Epperson was found hanging in his cell according to a press release issued by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department at 11:52 a.m. today. According to deputies reports, Epperson was served lunch in his cell alone…