D’Iberville historical markers information meeting
Something new for the City of D’Iberville may be making its mark soon. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.
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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.…
NASA Stennis Space Center Announces 2019 SSC ASTRO CAMP Schedule
The NASA Stennis Space Center Office of STEM Engagement has announced schedule and registration details for 2019 Stennis ASTRO CAMP®, a series of week-long summer camps held in June and July (excluding the week of July 4th). Camps are held…
‘Throw M Again’ Bead Recycling
With Mardi Gras over, you are probably left with tons of beads that you may not know what to do with. The clients at Gulf Coast Industries will take those beads! Every year they take these leftover beads and clean…
Gulfport PD rescued over 100 guinea pigs
On March 7, 2019 the Gulfport Police Department, assisted by the Humane Society of South Mississippi, rescued over 100 Guinea Pigs from a residence in the Southern Oaks Community. Officers were investigating a burglary at an unrelated address when they…
West Harrison Band selected to perform in Tournament of Roses Parade
West Harrison High School’s marching band has something else to look forward to and another chance to represent South Mississippi on a national level in 2020. The school’s band has been selected to perform in the Tournament of Roses Parade…
Funeral arrangements set for former Moss Point Mayor Ira Polk
Moss Point is continuing to mourn the loss of former Mayor and lifelong resident Ira Polk. A visitation for Polk is set for Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Moss Point, followed…
Local veteran celebrates 102nd birthday
A special birthday party happened this afternoon for one Navy veteran on our Coast. “I don’t feel like I’m 102, that’s a big number. I feel great.” Marion Ritchie was born in 1917 and served as a Navy Yeoman’s Captain…
Beau Rivage celebrate 20 years on the Coast
The Beau Rivage opened its doors nearly 20 years ago and the tallest building in Mississippi continues to thrive. Now, they’re asking you to celebrate this milestone with them. The 20th anniversary celebration lasts through the month of March with…
‘Dukes of Hazzard’ star John Schneider to perform at BBQ and Music Festival
It’s been 40 years since the ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ premiered on televisions across the country and now a familiar face from the iconic show will be back on the Coast. John Schneider, known by many as Bo Duke, will be…
Coast restaurants prepare for Lent
Today marks the start of the Lenten season and local restaurants are gearing up for business. With most people not choosing to eat meat on Friday’s, seafood restaurants expect to see a spike in crowds. Gulfport resident Belinda Nelson said,…
Veterans compete in Creative Arts Competition
The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System held their annual Creative Arts Competition today. The competition features multiple categories of art, including creative writings, dance, drama, and music. All veterans who are enrolled in the health system were allowed to enter.…
Fit for a Cure
You have a chance today to help reduce the number of breast cancer deaths. At Dillard’s in the Edgewater Mall, the Fit for a Cure event is happening now. Receive a complimentary bra fitting and the bra company will donate…
Moss Point mayor tackles mental health issues
Mental health is a growing issue across the United States and even right here on the Coast. Moss Point Mayor Mario King said, “Over the course of the last two years since I have been mayor we have seen at…
Juvenile charged with armed robbery
A juvenile from Saucier is being charged as an adult on one count of armed robbery. According to Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson, employees of the Family Dollar on Old Highway 49 in Saucier reported the armed robbery. Witnesses says…
Charged with kidnapping, armed robbery, and rape
Twenty-two year-old Orlando Carter is behind bars today on charges of kidnapping, armed robbery, and rape. Long Beach police say Carter allegedly kidnapped a victim, robbed her at gunpoint, and sexually assaulted her. In a second incident, Carter robbed another…
What is used to make ashes for Ash Wednesday?
You might be wondering where the ashes come from that are used on Ash Wednesday. It might surprise you, but the process actually starts the year before. Palms from the previous year’s Palm Sunday are burned. They are then blessed…
Ashes to Go for Ash Wednesday
Convenience is key and that is just what this modern twist on Ash Wednesday is all about. Clergymen and women braved the cold this morning to host the sixth annual ‘Ashes to Go.’ Two wheels or four, all were welcome…
Former Moss Point Mayor Ira Polk passed away
It’s a somber week in the city of Moss Point as residents mourn the loss of former mayor and longtime resident Ira Polk. Polk was a community man. He also worked as a football coach, a physician assistant, and was…
Woman killed in freak accident identified
The woman killed in a freak accident at a rest stop off I-10 in Jackson County yesterday has been identified. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, Tulane University in New Orleans says the woman is 21-year-old Margaret Maurer.…
Krewe of Real People parade through Bay St. Louis
They were keeping it real this Fat Tuesday in Bay St. Louis with the Krewe of Real People Parade rolling down the streets of Old Town this afternoon. It’s a parade with deep roots here in South Mississippi, starting off…
Krewe of Gemini wraps up Mardi Gras
The Krewe of Gemini wrapped up this Mardi Gras season tonight as they paraded the streets of downtown Gulfport. Beads, along with lots of dancing and so much more, made this last parade of the Mardi Gras season one to…
Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade brings thousands to Biloxi
Thousands of people gathered together in Biloxi for one of the biggest parades of the season. For 111 years, people of all ages have been flooding the streets of Biloxi for the annual Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade and for…
Krewe of Gemini Parade rolls through Gulfport
The Krewe of Gemini is getting ready to parade down the streets of Gulfport to wrap up this Mardi Gras season. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood is in downtown Gulfport with more.