Harrison County

Back-to-School Giveaway Jamboree

Nothing says back to school like a new book bag. This evening more than 400 kids from the Gulf Coast drove away with a new backpack at the third annual Back to School Giveaway Jamboree at Gulfport Central Middle School.…

City of Gulfport names Chris Ryle new police chief

The City of Gulfport has announced that Deputy Chief Chris Ryle has been selected as the next chief of police for the city, succeeding retiring Chief Leonard Papania. In a statement, Mayor Billy Hewes says "Ryle has faithfully served the…

New weapon in fight against drugs

With each passing day, drug traffickers are coming up with new ways to conceal contraband and avoid detection, but law enforcement officers in our area now have a new highly-efficient weapon in the fight against drugs. You’ve likely heard of…

Joyce’s Cool Cutz in Gulfport hosting benefit tomorrow

Joyce’s Cool Cutz Salon in Gulfport isn’t cutting corners when it comes to raising money for a wheelchair accessible van for one of their stylists. About two weeks ago, a client was inspired by hard working stylist Stephanie and her…

This weekend is Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday Weekend

The Sales Tax Holiday kicks off this morning and you can cut down on the cost of school supplies and clothes today and tomorrow. School supplies, including crayons, scissors, pens, and pencils are all covered. Calculators are also included this…

Back to School Mask Giveaway taking place Sunday

If your child will need a mask for school this year, be on the lookout for an event taking place this weekend. District 119 Representative Sonya Williams Barnes will host a back to school mask giveaway on Sunday at Lockett…

Sales Tax Holiday Weekend takes place this weekend

The end of summer break starts the beginning of the need for school supplies and uniforms. You can save money on these items today and tomorrow with Mississippi’s annual fall sales tax holiday. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf has more.

Serving up something good to eat at Magnolia House

This morning, News 25 had the chance to cook with Chef Kelly English, the executive chef at Harrah’s Gulf Coast Magnolia House. Visiting from Memphis, Tennessee, English showed us how to make a few of the staple dishes at Magnolia…

‘Rise up for Children’ event

Today is ‘World Day against Human Trafficking’ and community members are gathered in Ocean Springs to raise awareness on how it can impact children. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is at Front Beach in Ocean Springs with more.

For Pet's Sake Rescue looking for foster families

Although its hurricane season, it’s also a different kind of season: kitten season! While cats are trying to mate, animal rescues like Long Beach’s For Pet’s Sake Rescue are trying to find homes for the animals they already have. Vanessa…

Biloxi Fire Department debuts gear carrier

Firefighters in the Biloxi Fire Department have a new and unique way to keep safe after responding to fires. Exposure to harmful carcinogens is just one of the many things Biloxi firefighters have to keep in mind while responding to…

Outpouring of support at Robert McKeithen Memorial Blood Drive

There’s been an overwhelming outpouring of support for today’s first ever Robert McKeithen Memorial Blood Drive. Biloxi Police Officer Robert McKeithen devoted most of his life to public service, working decades as a policeman. While his watch ended in the…

Coronavirus testing in Harrison County

The Lyman Community Center offered coronavirus testing earlier today. Only individuals that meet medical criteria during the screening process will be tested for COVID-19. For patients that have insurance, Memorial will seek reimbursement; however, no out of pocket expense or…

Harrison County School District preparing for virtual learning

Regular classes and the virtual learning option will start August 6th for students in the Harrison County School District. While they are still waiting on further guidance from MDE, since April the school district has been preparing multiple plans for…