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Battle of the Forces

We are just a few weeks away from the Battle of the Forces at MGM Park on March 23rd, hoping to raise money for a great cause. A coaches meeting took place to go over the rules and regulations for…

Hibernia Marching Society prepares for St. Patrick's Day

Mardi Gras may be over, but there is another holiday that many Coast residents are ready to celebrate! It’s almost time for St. Patrick’s Day. Members of the Hibernia Marching Society started their celebration this evening by lighting the Biloxi…

Mississippi Gulf Coast International Women’s Day March

Today is International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate equality for all and is the focal point of the Women’s Rights Movement. All over the world, women are celebrating, marching, and fighting for their voices to be heard. Right here…

The Hunt for Richard Merritt

The nationwide manhunt continues tonight for former Georgia attorney turned accused killer Richard Merritt. The victim of the alleged crime is his own mother. Police believe the murder occurred just hours before he was set to report to prison for…

Due South Tattoo and Art Expo

It’s time to get tatted up at the 5th annual Due South Tattoo and Art Expo at the IP Casino Resort Spa. Locals can come and check out some of the best artists the Coast has to offer. There are…

Jackson County redevelopment on Cook Road

Jackson County lawmakers are taking a new path to help recreate some of the Promenade and shopping areas in D’Iberville. The county is spending $21 million to relocate and widen Cook Road between D’Iberville’s city limits and Washington Avenue, north…

Bacot McCarty Foundation holds ‘The Jolly’ Kickoff

It’s been called one of the biggest events of the year by some and it’s almost back. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has the details on this year’s Jolly event. It was a jolly good time in Pascagoula today as members…

Turning the Biloxi Lighthouse green

St. Patrick’s Day is around the corner and citizens in Biloxi are ready to celebrate! In fact, the Biloxi Lighthouse will shine green tonight. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood joins us with more.

‘Shamrockin’ the Coast’

It’s that time of year again for the annual Shamrockin’ the Coast event hosted by St. Patrick High School in Biloxi. This fundraiser has been going on for 12 years and the proceeds from this event fund curriculum enhancements and…

Proposal for new casino on the Coast

Developers are proposing a new casino in Lake Shore, as an existing nearby casino plans an expansion. Cure Land Co. is seeking Mississippi Gaming Commission approval for a casino site in Clermont Harbor. The legal ad proposes a casino with…

Humane Society accepting donations to help guinea pigs

More than 100 guinea pigs are safe and sound after Gulfport police found them living in deplorable conditions. These guinea pigs were found after Gulfport officers got a call for a burglary and ultimately found these poor pigs at that…

Wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify two females who are suspects in an alleged shoplifting incident which occurred on March 6, 2019. The suspects entered a business in the 2600 block of Beach Blvd,…

Harrah’s Gulf Coast Job Fair

Harrah’s Gulf Coast will host a job fair on Saturday. They will be hiring for security officers, table and games dealers, and pool staff. They say experience for these positions is preferred, but not required. Those interested are encouraged to…

Ocean Springs School District Job Fair

If you’ve been on the job hunt lately you might be in luck! The Ocean Springs School District is hosting a job fair tomorrow from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Ocean Springs High School. It’s an opportunity for those interested…

Beauvoir preparing for BBQ and Music Festival

Employees at Beauvoir are busy working to get things up and running for the two day annual BBQ and Music Festival. That includes preparing the grounds of the historic home, setting up vendor spots and prepping for the antique car…

Wanted for shoplifting

The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to identify a subject who allegedly shoplifted item(s) displayed for sale, on March 5, 2019 at about 12:35pm. The incident occurred in the 900 block of Cedar Lake Rd.  The…

Winn-Dixie collecting for tornado relief

Winn-Dixies across the nation are setting up to help those affected in Sunday’s devastating tornado. Southeastern Grocer, the parent company of Winn-Dixie, announced this community donation program in partnership with the American Red Cross. Through March 19th you can go…

Historical markers in D’Iberville

Something new for the City of D’Iberville may be making its mark soon, historical markers that is. Ocean Springs Genealogical Society held a meeting tonight to discuss this possibility. There are already multiple locations in the D’Iberville area where these…

Bringing oysters back to the Gulf Coast

Seafood lovers rejoice! There might soon be more Mississippi oysters to go around thanks to funding from the BP oil spill. Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United Executive Director Ryan Bradley said, “Mississippi’s coast down here in Biloxi and Pass Christian was…

Nationwide manhunt continues, suspect could be on the Coast

The manhunt continues for a former Georgia attorney accused of murdering his mother. The murder occurred just hours before the man was set to report to prison. Richard Merritt was found guilty in January of defrauding more than a dozen…

Two years since deadly train vs. bus crash in Biloxi

It was just two years ago today that four people lost their lives when the bus they were traveling on was hit by a freight train. Memories of the incident prompting more safety regulations at railroad crossings in the area.…