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Lt. Gov. Candidate Jay Hughes visits WXXV

News 25 had a special guest stop by WXXV today: candidate for Lt. Gov. Jay Hughes. Hughes says that if elected he would like to bring transparency and common sense back to the capital. He also says if elected he…

Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Youth Fishing Rodeo

This weekend is the second annual Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Youth Fishing Rodeo. Saturday, kids ages three to 15 will learn the basics of fishing with experienced fishermen volunteering at the event. The rodeo will also celebrate a new fishing…

Cruisin’ the Coast impact on local businesses

After the hard summer on the tourism industry, many local businesses along the Coast were looking to ‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ to bring in sales. News 25 spoke with Shawn’s Petit Boy Liquor Store to see how sales were doing compared…

Cruisin’ the Coast Swap Meet

‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ is all about the cars, but one event gives visitors to ‘Cruisin’ a chance to buy a wide range of items. ‘The Cruisin’ the Coast Swap Meet’ kicked off yesterday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum Complex. More…

Remembering Clark and Amelda Levi

Community members in Ocean Springs are mourning the loss of two well-known residents known for their historic business. Employees of Lovelace Drugs in Downtown Ocean Springs are working with heavy hearts following the loss of owner Clark Levi and his…

Ocean Springs Sock Hop

Ocean Springs is kicking off their ‘Cruisin’ festivities in a big way tonight with their ‘Sock Hop and Street Party.’ The annual party is one of the more popular events of the weekend. It features good food, live music, and…

Warming Up for Biloxi "Roast" of Paul Tisdale

Biloxi is warming up to "Roast" former Biloxi Councilman and long time civic leader Paul Tisdale. News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris sits down with Tisdale and Susan Hunt to talk about this weekend's fundraising event.

Here's Your Friday Cruisin' Rundown!

Cruisin' the Coast is cranking up and going full throttle this weekend. We have a rundown of Cruisin' the Coast events lined up for today. Take a look!

Owners of Lovelace Drugs Killed in Car Accident

The owners of a longtime fixture and drug store in Ocean Springs are dead after a Thursday night car crash, according to Ocean Springs police who worked the one-vehicle accident just after 8:35 p.m. Thursday night. The victims, Clark and…

It's Time to Shine! Ignite Conference Set for November

It's time to Ignite! At least, it will be in November, if the Coast Young Professionals have anything to do with it! News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris gets all the details about the upcoming Ignite Conference from Lindsay Mitchell,…

Burn ‘em up in the Pass

The third annual ‘Burn ‘em up in the Pass’ event drew crowds of thousands today from all over the country. Classic cars and hot rods alike made their way to Pass Christian where a cement barricaded track was the place…

Gubernatorial candidates face off in televised debate

Candidates in this year’s governor’s race are ramping up their efforts to take the Magnolia State’s top office. Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves and Attorney General Jim Hood took part in their first debate ahead of the general election November 5th.…

Cruisin’ the Coast Car Corral

One location on the Coast features a cool way to look at slick cars for sale. The ‘Cruisin’ the Coast Car Corral’ is a way for people who are looking to sell their rides to park them in a central…

Vicari Auto Auction kicks off

One ‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ tradition for over 20 years returned today with hundreds of cool rides and plenty of competitive bidders. The ‘Cruisin’ the Coast Vicari Auto Auction’ rolled into the Coast Convention Center. It’s a tradition almost as old…

Shining a Light on Down Syndrome: Max Powers' Story

October is ‘Down Syndrome Awareness Month,’ a chance to celebrate people with Down syndrome. Here at News 25 we are shining a light on Down syndrome with our series ‘Up with Downs.’ News 25’s Kristen Anzuini spoke with a local…