How to make ‘boxtumes’
Looking for a fun engaging activity for you and your kids this Halloween? You can start thinking inside the box and create a ‘boxtume.’ Tuesday morning, News 25 worked alongside Emily Sham, the owner of Two Men and a Truck,…
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Buddy Walk Drive-Thru parade takes place Saturday
A 20 year tradition with a wonderful cause continues this Saturday in Gulfport to raise awareness for those with Down syndrome. The Gulf Coast Down Syndrome Society will host their 20th annual Buddy Walk, but with a different approach. Due…
Darwell’s Café owner explains the café’s closure
Darwell’s Café in Long Beach closed its doors Sunday night. This spot was well known for its live music, BYOB option, and appearances on Food Network’s popular TV show ‘Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.’ Owner Darwell Yeager III tells News 25…
Accident on South Swan Road sends one person to hospital
A midday accident sent on person to the hospital with potentially life-threatening injuries. The accident happened around 11:30 a.m. today on South Swan Road. The driver of a tan truck involved in the single vehicle accident sustained major injuries and…
CASA members rally for Harrison County Board of Supervisors
CASA members held a rally this morning, thanking the Harrison County Board of Supervisors for their support in issues with the youth court. The rally started out in front of the Second Judicial Court in Biloxi and they marched over…
LuAnn Pappas named ‘Coast’s Most Influential Woman’ at Success Women’s Conference
She heads up one of South Mississippi’s most popular casinos, now LuAnn Pappas has landed another top spot. Pappas, CEO of D’Iberville’s Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, has been named the Coast’s Most Influential Woman. The award was announced at this…
Gulfport Fire Department looking for new recruits
Looking for employment? Here’s a hot job offer! The Gulfport Fire Department is looking for ten new recruits. If you’re interested check out the City of Gulfport’s website and you’ll find the listing under the employment tab. They’ll have a…
South Mississippi Regional Center hosting Job Fair Tuesday in Gulfport
COVID has forced a number of South Mississippi businesses to shut down and rendered some people in our area jobless. If you’re looking for a job and enjoy serving the needs of others, you may want to check out a…
Trump Victory hosts Mississippi Republicans to discuss senate confirmation hearings
Trump Victory hosted Mississippi Republicans on a press conference call this afternoon to share their reactions to Amy Coney Barrett’s first day of confirmation hearings. Mississippi GOP President Frank Bordeaux and Mississippi U.S. Representative Michael Guest both spoke in favor…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Pan-Hellenic Council hosting virtual voter education forum
If you still have questions about the voting process, absentee or early voting, and what’s all on the ballot for this year’s election, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Pan-Hellenic Council will take care of it. They’re hosting a voter education forum…
Vicari Auto Auction took place at the Coast Convention Center
The Vicari Auto Auction was held this weekend as part of Cruisin’ the Coast events. Hundreds of bidders filled the convention center all the while adhering to social distancing protocols. Food, drinks, and merchandise were sold inside the auction throughout…
24th annual Cruisin’ the Coast comes to an end
The 24th annual Cruisin’ the Coast has officially come and gone. The events wrapped up Sunday starting with closing ceremonies at Gulf Coast Centennial Plaza. Cash prizes were given away and the winner of the Cruisin’ the Coast raffle car…
Cruiser holds car close to his heart
Thousands of cruisers flock to the Gulf Coast for Cruisin’ each year and nearly every one of them has an interesting story to tell. There’s no shortage of cool and unique cars at Cruisin’ the Coast and there’s something different…
Classy Chassis in Gulfport offering ‘Haunted Car Wash’
If you’re asking yourself where you can get a good car wash and a good scare this Halloween, a local Gulfport car wash has you covered. Classy Chassis on Highway 49 is holding a haunted car wash every Friday and…
Cruisin’ the Coast at Edgewater Mall
Today at Edgewater Mall, Cruisin’ the Coast was in full swing for yet another day. The location featured three live performances by Charles Grant, The Martini Shakers, and the Chee Whiz. Cruisers were chilling out at the relaxed setting for…
New $1.2B luxury hotel and music venue on its way to Biloxi
Now to a new development in a story we brought you back in June. The City of Biloxi will soon be home to a brand new $1.2 billion luxury hotel and concert venue. Universal Music Group announced today it is…
Cruisin’ the Coast traffic plans for the City of Biloxi
If you were worried about the traffic that comes with Cruisin’ the Coast over the weekend, it shouldn’t be as bad in regards to previous years. In fact, the Biloxi Police Department may hold off on using orange traffic cones…
Haunted car wash at Classy Chassis in Gulfport
Haunted houses are a staple throughout the month of October, but this year a local car wash is putting a spin on the tradition. News 25’s Ashleigh Fortenberry is at Classy Chassis Car Wash in Gulfport with the details.
Vicari Auto Auction kicked off at the Gulf Coast Convention Center
If you’re in the mood for some fast cars and fast talking be sure to check out the Vicari Auto Auction at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Convention Center. Doors opened to the convention center at 9 a.m. Friday and they’re…
Economic impacts on local businesses due to Cruisin’ the Coast
Many are happy that the show is still going on at many Cruisin’ venues this weekend, especially now since Hurricane Delta’s path has veered further away from South Mississippi. News 25’s Toni Miles checked in with a few locals to…
Gulfport Fire Department welcomes new fire station #9
Things are heating up for the Gulfport Fire Department as they welcome their brand new fire station number 9 on Dedeaux Road. Gulfport firefighters and city leaders cut the ribbon to the beautiful new facility this morning, complete with a…
Salvation Army preparing for Hurricane Delta
The Salvation Army is preparing to respond to Hurricane Delta, if need be. Preparations began earlier this week as the Salvation Army has placed disaster relief equipment and personnel on standby. Mississippi Gulf Coast Area Commander Major Bradley Caldwell says…
Homeschool Day at the Mississippi Aquarium
The Mississippi Aquarium is now featuring Homeschool Days on Thursdays. The Mississippi Aquarium is honing in on the homeschool crowd. The aquarium’s education team provides this state approved program. Mississippi Aquarium Education Manager Duane Hills said, "So far the support…
Cruisin’ in D’Iberville
D’Iberville is also a hot spot for Cruisers. It was like taking a stroll back in time at the city’s Automall Parkway as vintage and antique cars and trucks paraded through and parked at today’s Cruisin’ venue at the D’Iberville…