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Beau Rivage Super Bowl Preps

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As we inch closer to Super Bowl Sunday, the Beau Rivage is gearing up for an exciting day celebrating the big game. On Sunday, fans have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of specials at the Tap Book, Bar, and…

Lizana Mardi Gras parade rolls tomorrow

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Carnival season is rolling along here on the Coast and one community parade is returning for its 17th year. Residents and Mardi Gras lovers in Lizana will gather tomorrow for the Lizana Mardi Gras Parade. Around 40 units consisting of…

Calcium score screenings at Singing River Health System

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Tomorrow will start the month of love and valentines, but it is also a time to think about your health because it is ‘Heart Month.’ With that in mind, Singing River Health Systems will be discounting the prices of their…

Road work headache for businesses on Howard Avenue

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A portion of Howard Avenue is currently closed, but the street itself has seen disruptions for well over a year. Those businesses along Howard Avenue want you to know they’re still open. Road work, it’s always a headache, but if…

Arrested for armed robbery

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The Biloxi Police Department arrested 24 year old Elijah Markus Smith for armed robbery and possession of a firearm after felony conviction. The arrest stemmed from an investigation that started on January 28th when Biloxi Officers responded to a shooting…

Axe throwing in Biloxi

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Axe throwing is the new craze that is sweeping the nation and it just landed right here in Biloxi. Last Friday, Skal Axe Throwing opened its doors on Howard Avenue in Biloxi. This business gives anyone age 13 and up…

Paralyzed Veterans Bocci Ball Tournament

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This weekend is the fourth annual Paralyzed Veterans Bocci Ball Tournament in Harrison County. This annual event lets veterans of all skill sets and abilities get out of their house and get moving. Bocci ball players from as far as…

Renaissance the Runway

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Models ripped the runway tonight for a good cause. The fourth annual ‘Renaissance the Runway’ hosted at the IP Casino Resort Spa featured local leaders throughout the community strutting their stuff down the runway including our very own Taylor Rubach…

Felony Credit Card Fraud arrest

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The Biloxi Police Department arrested 39-year-old Shannon Marie Dowdy of Biloxi on an arrest warrant for felony credit card fraud. The arrest was the result of an investigation into to a complainant in which Dowdy allegedly stole a credit card…

Second chances in Long Beach

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Is there a warrant out for your arrest because of old fines? Well, we have some good news for you. Long Beach Municipal Court is offering second chances throughout the entire month of February. They are offering a chance for…

Social media helps find fur-ever homes

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Our growing digital age is helping shelter pets find forever homes. With more than 50,000 followers on Facebook, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is reaching potential adopters, fosters, and donators throughout our area and beyond state lines. Every day…

First National CBD Month

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The month of January is officially known as ‘National CBD Awareness Month.’ This month is in observance of the natural hemp products quickly gaining popularity throughout the country. After the passing of the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, millions of…

Pascagoula High School Blood Drive

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Students at Pascagoula High School teamed up with the Blood Center for a blood drive on campus today. Students also lined up to give blood to support and help a fellow classmate who is battling leukemia. This is the second…

Local boy battling leukemia gets wish granted

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One little boy from Gulfport is about to have his wildest dreams come true thanks to his school and Make-A-Wish. Sumner Holland turned five-years-old Thursday. The student at St. James Elementary School has been battling leukemia for most of his…

New Orleans Saints: Clergy abuse involvement

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The New Orleans Saints maintain their public relations work on the area’s Roman Catholic sex abuse crisis was ‘minimal.’ On the other hand, attorneys suing the church allege hundreds of confidential Saints emails show the team actively helping decide ‘which…

Fugitive captured by U.S. Marshals

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A Jackson County man added to the U.S. Marshal’s 15 Most Wanted List just yesterday has been arrested in Oklahoma. Less than 24 hours after he was added to the U.S. Marshal’s Most Wanted List for allegedly faking his own…

Renaissance the Runway

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Tonight, models will hit the runway and it’s all for a good cause. ‘Renaissance the Runway’ is back for its fourth year and News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.

Mega Millions and Powerball tickets go live

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People throughout our state can now try their luck at massive jackpots with Mega Millions and Powerball tickets now being sold for their first time. The days of driving across state lines to get your Mega Millions and Powerball tickets…