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Jackson County Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Master Plan

Citizens of Jackson County can expect some better ways to enjoy nature now that the county has laid out the Jackson County Bicycle, Pedestrian, and Trails Master Plan. This plan’s goal is to transform the county into a safe and…

Short term rental issue in Biloxi

The Biloxi City Council voted to deny a short term rental request for a condominium unit last week, making the rental issues a huge topic for the city. Short term rental is the rental of any residential or commercial dwelling…

MLK Coastwide Celebration gears up

The 2019 MLK Coastwide Celebration is ramping up. Beginning Friday, the MLK Coastwide committee is hosting several events to honor the nation changing accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year’s theme is ‘be the difference.’ All in attendance…

Calling all musicians and performers

The City of Gulfport is calling all performers to have a chance to play their tunes or tap dance on the bricks of Fishbone Alley. The Gulfport Main Street Association is now booking musicians and performers for scheduled dates March…

Flu season: don’t wait, vaccinate

With flu activity on the rise in neighboring states and ranked severe in Louisiana, health officials are urging everyone in our state to get the flu shot if they haven’t already. ‘Don’t wait, vaccinate:’ a message medical and health care…

Harrison County has highest fire death rate in the state

In 2018, Harrison County had more fire deaths than any other county in Mississippi. Last year, 79 people in Mississippi died due to fires. Six of those deaths occurred in Harrison County. Many of the houses that people died in…

Murder trial of Trevues Martin

Today is the first day in the murder trial of Trevues Martin. In 2016, the 20-year-old was found dead on Monterey Drive in the front seat of his vehicle just hours before his 21st birthday. In 2016, Gulfport police arrested…

Woman identified in Harrison County fatal accident

On Saturday, January 12, 2019, Sheriff Troy Peterson announced the death of 33-year old-Mary Ann Bret of Long Beach. On January 12, 2019, at approximately 05:42 PM, deputies responded to a traffic crash on Canal Road, approximately a half a…

Second annual Free Fun Fly

Coast residents got the chance to fly some kites on the beach over the weekend. The conditions were perfect for the second annual ‘Free Fun Fly’ in Long Beach hosted by Cool Kites. The free event allowed people to fly…

Jackson County Animal Shelter adoption event

Over the weekend, the Jackson County Animal Shelter hosted their annual ‘New Year’s Resolution Adoption Event.’ The fourth annual adoption event took place at Kwitzky’s Dugout in downtown Ocean Springs. The event showcased many of the animals available for adoption.…

Show your Love musical benefit

A few Mississippi groups came together in Wiggins over the weekend for a good cause. The Wiggins Women’s Choir, the Stone County Gospel Singers, and the ‘We Care’ Caravan teamed up to host the ‘Show your Love’ musical benefit in…

Scam phone calls in Pascagoula

The Pascagoula Police Department has received reports of scam phone calls claiming to be represented by them. Reports flooded in over the weekend of residents receiving calls from people claiming to be a part of the Pascagoula Police Department and…

Vehicle goes off I-10 in Harrison County

Five people escaped serious injury over the weekend when their vehicle went off the I-10 overpass at Vidalia Road. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan says an SUV was headed back home to Louisiana when the vehicle veered off the…

PCA Rodeo finals

Ropers, riders, and spectators will be piling into the Coast Coliseum this weekend for the Professional Cowboy Association Finals Rodeo. One hundred and 40 cowboys and cowgirls kicked off the competition tonight for the 25th year. Not only is this…

MLK Coastwide Celebration

It’s that time of year to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. South Mississippi has a full lineup including annual events like the battle of the bands at MGM Park which is set to take…

Government shut down affecting local breweries

As the government shutdown continues, it’s not just federal workers who are affected. The shutdown is restricting local breweries and what they can put to market. For the folks at Lazy Magnolia Brewery, the government shutdown is causing problems. For…

Government shutdown affects local reality

The government shutdown is having an impact on the real estate market. The time it takes to close a sale usually takes anywhere from 30 to 45 days, however, the shutdown can cause that amount of time to lengthen. For…

Pascagoula officials to propose two new taxes

There has been a lot of confusion on social media on recent legislative proposals for the City of Pascagoula. City officials recently asked the state legislature’s permission to propose two new taxes. One is the hotel/motel tax which allows a…

New District Attorney sworn in

Today, the new district attorney for Jackson, George, and Greene counties took her oath of office. Angel Myers McIlrath was appointed by Governor Phil Bryant to fulfill the remaining time left in the former DA’s term. Myers McIlrath has qualified…

PCA Rodeo championship finals

The Professional Cowboys Association is holding their rodeo championship finals at the Coast Coliseum where cowboys and cowgirls are getting ready to rope and ride. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood joins us from the rodeo in Biloxi.