Harrison County

Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.

As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches us, one group here on the Coast is honoring his legacy with engaging events for citizens. For over 30 years, the Coastwide Martin Luther King Jr. Committee has been committed…

Biloxi PD searching for missing person Edward L. Birkla

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a reported missing person. Thirty-nine-year-old Edward Birkla was reported missing Thursday. He was last seen on Christmas Day in the 1900 block of Popp’s Ferry…

Grand opening for Fly Llama Brewing

A new brewery is celebrating its grand opening this afternoon in Downtown Biloxi, giving local residents a new choice in downtown entertainment. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more from the tap room of Fly Llama Brewing.

Governor Reeves announces two judicial appointments

At the Harrison County Courthouse in Gulfport, Governor Tate Reeves announces two new judicial appointments. Former District Attorney Joel Smith has been appointed to the Mississippi Court of Appeals and former Chief Prosecutor Crosby Parker has been…

Safety tips for dealing with storm damage

It’s been almost three months since Hurricane Zeta pummeled our area and some people are still waiting for repairs to be complete. As many of us South Mississippians know, it’s best to assess damages as quickly as…

Catch Together Program distribution gives back to the community

We’re all in the same boat together, just one reason local fishermen, the nonprofit Extra Table, and others have jumped on board with the newly launched Catch Together program. A special delivery at food banks throughout South Mississippi, 13,000 pounds…

Bayview Boardwalk construction set to begin in Biloxi

Residents on the south side of Biloxi’s Back Bay will soon have a new recreational area to enjoy. A contractor and funding having been secured for the Bayview Boardwalk Project. A new walkway and green space will span the waterfront…

Mississippi Registration Centers opened today on the Gulf Coast-

Mississippi Registration Intake Centers opened today, taking care of survivors who have been impacted by Hurricane Zeta and need federal assistance. Since Hurricane Zeta has been declared a disaster by the federal government, the state of Mississippi recognizes residents may…

Feed my Sheep offered free COVID-19 testing today

They’re battling COVID on another front in Gulfport. Free COVID-19 testing took place at Feed my Sheep today. Gulfport’s faith-based non-profit Feed my Sheep has been branching out to help curb the spread of COVID by offering free COVID tests.…

Pinta will return to Biloxi January 29th

Later this month, families on the Coast will have the chance to step back in time and explore a piece of nautical history. The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum announced today that the Pinta will dock at…

Clean up and recovery continues in Pass Christian

One Harrison County city took quite a few hits during last year’s storm season, but is making progress and heading toward a full recovery. Tropical Storm Cristobal and Hurricane Zeta caused millions of dollars in damage in…

Harrison County appoints new Emergency Management Director

Informing and preparing the public about disaster weather, man-made emergencies, and much more, Harrison County appoints a new emergency management director. Matt Stratton was recently promoted to director of emergency management in Harrison County, filling the vacancy…

Keeping safe during cold weather

When it gets cold like this and we think of fires, it’s usually about how to light one in our fire places, but when the temperature drops, potential fire hazards go up. In a matter of seconds,…

Biloxi PD searching for missing person Melinda Beane

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a reported Missing Person. 70-year-old Melinda Beane was reportedly last seen at about 10:30 a.m. at the Beau Rivage Casino. She was last seen wearing a black jacket…