Storm coverage update with Harrison County EMA
As the threat for severe weather approaches, News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the Harrison County Emergency Management Agency with EMA Director Rupert Lacy.
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NCBC closes early due to weather
Personnel at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport had an early release today due to the threat for severe weather. All gates for the base, Pass Road, Broad Avenue, and 28th Street gate entrance will remain open, and the…
Severe weather threat
Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy has more on the severe weather threat.
Armed Robbery Arrest
. On April 18, 2019, Gulfport Police arrested 58 year old James Murphy Jr. of Gulfport charging him with one count of Robbery. At approximately 3:42 A.M., officers responded to the 10000 block of Highway 49 to investigate a Robbery complaint.…
School Closings
Severe weather heading into the area this afternoon. School districts have announced early releases. HARRISON COUNTY: Releasing an hour and 30 minutes early, including Gulfport & Biloxi Schools OCEAN SPRINGS: Releasing one hour early STONE COUNTY: Dismissing at 1pm GREEN…
Long Beach School District closing early due to severe weather
Due to the high chance of severe weather tomorrow, the Long Beach School District will release at the following times on Thursday, April 18, 2019: K-3 12:00 4-6 12:20 7-8 12:30 9-12 12:45 Classes will resume after Spring Break on…
Volunteers in Medicine Clinic celebrates ten years
For ten years, the Volunteers in Medicine Clinic has led the way towards a healthier community. Ten years ago, Shelia Jenkins, along with others, realized a lot of locals in the community did not have health care therefore it was…
West Harrison High School band receives $30,000 donation
Band students at West Harrison High School will be playing to a sweeter tune after today. More than $30,000 worth of new percussion instruments and marching French horns were donated to help further the program’s success. The West Harrison High…
Moss Point native Rod Stokes moving on to next round of “The Voice”
If you missed last night’s episode of NBC’s “The Voice,” Moss Point native Rod Stokes was stolen once again and lives to see another round. Stokes will be going on to perform again in two weeks after being stolen by…
Goodwill Awards Banquet
Goodwill of South Mississippi celebrated their 2018 success today at their annual awards banquet. The banquet featured awards within the company including team member of the year and achiever of the year for 2018. The company also presented monetary donations…
Military Signing Day at Ocean Springs High School
Ocean Springs High School hosted a signing day for graduating seniors who plan to enroll in something bigger than themselves. The school hosted their inaugural ‘Military Signing Day,” showcasing students enlisting in the military. Sixteen students signed their letters of…
Talking politics with Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson
Thoughts, ideas, and concerns of the residents of Ocean Springs were shared during a quarterly ‘Breakfast with the Mayor.’ News 25’s Andrew Scherer caught up with Mayor Shea Dobson to get his take on what he calls an ‘open door…
The fight against highway trafficking
It is no secret that criminal activities take place over the roadways every day, even right here on the Gulf Coast, but law enforcement officers are working hard to make the highways safer. Interstate 10 runs through South Mississippi and…
Race book opens at the Palace Casino
This morning, the very first race book on the Coast opened at the Palace Casino in Biloxi. The addition of this race book comes on the heels of the opening of Contact Sportsbook in August 2018 and just in time…
‘Thunder over the Sound’ disaster training
It was a bloody scene over in Biloxi this morning, but no need to worry. It was all for a good reason. Over 150 volunteers covered themselves in fake blood and wounds in an attempt to simulate victims of a…
Missing Person: Myracle P. Mateen
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a Runaway Juvenile/ Missing Person. The juvenile was last seen on April 10th 2019 in Gulfport but possibly in the 300 block of Benachi Ave. in the city…
Arrested for burglary
Early this morning, Biloxi police caught and arrested a man attempting to steal a car. Police say James Travis Owens fled the scene still in possession of some items taken from the vehicle. He was quickly captured soon after and…
East Biloxi Community Collaborative ‘needs assessment’
The East Biloxi Community Collaborative, also known as the EBCC, hosted a ‘needs assessment’ kickoff party to focus on what can be done to improve the area. This organization was created to help provide a better environment to grow and…
Man arrested for burglary, possession in Harrison County
A Gulfport man is facing multiple charges including one felony for allegedly stealing a car and lighting it on fire in Harrison County. Long Beach police arrested 29-year-old Jimmy Harsson, charging him with one count of burglary of a dwelling,…
Race book opening on Wednesday at the Palace Casino
On Wednesday, the Palace Casino will have the horses in the back by opening a new race book. The Gulf Coast’s first race book comes just in time for popular events like the Triple Crown races and the Kentucky Derby.…
Biloxi updates panhandling guidelines
Panhandler requirements in Biloxi will now see changes after some with the permits had criminal records. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller reported that a few panhandlers had criminal records ranging from drug charges to prostitution. The Biloxi police have been…
Local businesses excited about Howard Avenue
It’s been a long time coming, but the construction on Howard Avenue is finally over! Many local businesses in downtown Biloxi are extremely excited to finally see the light at the end of the tunnel. Although the streets are not…
Baby shower for military moms
Today in Gulfport, around one hundred new military moms and their little ones were honored in a pretty big way. Best-selling author of ‘What to Expect When You’re Expecting’ Heidi Murkoff was in Gulfport on Tuesday for a massive baby…
Ole Miss Rebel Road Trip
The Ole Miss Road Trip is stopping in Ocean Springs tonight. Ole Miss fans will have a chance to meet coaches and the athletic director at the Ocean Springs Yacht Club. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.