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Bill Waller Jr. visits the Gulf Coast

With Election Day a little more than a week away, candidates are making their last few campaign trips. Republican candidate for governor Bill Waller Jr. spoke today at the Republican Women’s Club Meeting. The meeting took place at the MGCCC…

Bonnet Carre Spillway officially closed

After 123 days of being open, the Bonnet Carre Spillway has officially closed. The spillway officially closed on Saturday after being open for a record 79 days straight. While it has finally closed, what are the lasting effects? In a…

Wanted Fugitive Arrested

.                                                                                         On Saturday July 27, 2019, the Gulfport Police Department arrested Wanted Fugitive, Tekoney Oronte Treyvon Blackledge of Katy Texas, in the 3100 block of 8th Avenue Gulfport. Blackledge was identified as a suspect in the killing of a…

34th annual Children’s Health Fair

Parents and children geared up for the upcoming school year this weekend with free health checkups. The Rotary Club of Edgewater hosted its 34th annual Children’s Health Fair on Saturday at Edgewater Mall. Health specialists were on hand to offer…

Fire Protection District Community Day

One Coast fire district held an event on Saturday to connect with the community. The Gulf Park Estates/ St. Andrews Fire Protection District held a community day on Saturday in Ocean Springs. Kids and adults were able to see and…

'Van for Vets' Fish Fry

Members of the public in Hancock County joined together on Saturday to benefit an important cause. Lakeshore VFW Post 4808 hosted a fish fry for ‘Hancock County Van for Vets.’ ‘Van for Vets’ arranges transport for local veterans to doctor…

Mississippi’s Toughest Kids Benefit

People out enjoying the Biloxi Shuckers game had the chance to learn more about one group’s mission to help people across Mississippi. One charitable organization is going to bat for kids and adults in Mississippi. The Biloxi Shuckers hosted Mississippi’s…

Biloxi NAACP Setting the Table for Candidates Forum

Members of the Biloxi NAACP are preparing for a Town Hall Meeting and Candidates Forum, with state primaries just eight days away. Everyone is invited to attend. Bannered "politically connect," the Town Hall Meeting and Candidates Forum will take place…

2019 Autism Awareness Fundraising Weekend

Stars of the gridiron are on the Mississippi Gulf Coast to give back to the community and raise money for a great cause. The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort was star-studded with NFL players both past and present. More than a…

Annual Steak and Steak Dinner

Tonight was the 28th annual Steak and Steak Dinner for the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast. The theme for this year’s event was ‘Boots and Bling.’ The Steak and Steak Dinner is the biggest fundraiser of the…

Racquets and Ritas Benefit Tennis Tournament

If you’re still looking for weekend plans, head over to the Bayou Bluff Tennis Club for the eighth annual ‘Racquets and Ritas Benefit Tennis Tournament.’ One hundred and 50 players from five different states will be competing at this year’s…

Inclusion Park officially open in Long Beach

The City of Long Beach is now home to a brand new inclusion park. The park officially opened Thursday, July 25th and features ‘Mommy and Me and Daddy and Me’ swings that allow parents to hold their little ones while…

Backpack Buddies food drive

A South Mississippi business is hoping to give back just in time for school to start. Petro Chevrolet in Pascagoula is partnering with Backpack Buddies to hold a food drive at the dealership. The car dealer is hoping to fill…

‘Fill the Bus’ Supply Drive

United Way of South Mississippi is in the middle of a big campaign to make sure students are prepared for school. The ‘Fill the Bus’ School Supply Drive has been underway since July 8th and is featured at seven Walmart…

Racquets and Ritas Benefit

It’s a great way to kick off the weekend with a little bit of tennis and some margaritas. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini is at the Racquets and Ritas Benefit Tennis Tournament with more.

Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday

Tax Free Weekend has arrived. Retailers and shoppers across Mississippi and the Coast are already geared up for a big weekend of shopping with the start of Mississippi’s Sales Tax Holiday. Let the savings begin. It’s a holiday of sorts…

Arrested for burglary of a vehicle

The Biloxi Police Department, with the assistance of D’Iberville PD, arrested 52-year-old Frank Charles Leone of Biloxi for burglary of a vehicle. The arrest stemmed from an investigation where victims’ wallets were stolen from a vehicle on the morning of…

Mississippi Tax Free Weekend

Tax Free Weekend is here. The new school year is just around the corner and local stores will be packed this weekend as South Mississippians make the most of the state’s Tax Free Weekend. Retailers and stores throughout Mississippi have…

Autism Awareness Fundraising Weekend Starting Friday

The autism center is prepping for their fundraising weekend, featuring a benefit golf tournament and plenty of other surprises. Wayne Williams from the Mississippi Center for Autism joined us live in studio to tell us more. For more information about…