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MDOT Provides Safety Tips for Nate

As Tropical Storm Nate moves into the Gulf of Mexico, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) advises the traveling public to prepare in advance, stay informed and know what actions to take to stay safe during and after severe weather…

Preparing vehicles for tropical storm

As the storm approaches and residents gear up for the worst, they are also trying to keep their tanks full. Many gas stations on the Coast have been seeing long lines to get gas all day. There are other gas…

Shopping ahead of the storm

As Tropical Storm Nate approaches, residents across the Gulf Coast are stocking up. Stores like Sam’s Club and Academy Sports are expecting customers throughout the weekend to get prepared for the storm with supplies and other necessities. Academy Sports Gulfport…

Governor Bryant, EMA officials address Nate

As Nate moves closer to the Coast, state officials are telling residents it’s best to prepare for the worst. Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant joined Harrison County emergency officials to address the storm during a press conference in Gulfport this morning.…

Meet ‘Pluggie’ at the Gulfport Fire Department

Gulfport Fire Department introduces their new toy ‘Pluggie’ to a group of kids from Christian Collegiate Academy. ‘Pluggie’ is a life-size robotic fire hydrant which talks, moves, and most importantly teaches kids about fire safety. Students were in awe over…

Jackson County voluntary evacuation

Tropical Storm Nate, expected to turn into a hurricane, is expected to hit our area during the late hours of Saturday night and early morning Sunday. Evacuation is voluntary for all low lying areas of Jackson County and it's cities…

Traffic for Gulfport Music Festival

With the two days of Gulfport Music Festival combined into tonight only, traffic may be a concern for concertgoers as well as Cruisers here on the Coast. Additional police officers will be staffed at the event which is expected to…

Long Beach Harbor Evacuation

Long Beach Harbor is under a mandatory evacuation due to the Hurricane Nate. We are requesting all Long Beach Harbor boat owners evacuate the harbor by 2 PM Saturday. Long Harbor will close at 6 PM Saturday evening. Please call…

Tropical Storm Nate warnings and watches

Tropical Storm Nate has already battered parts of Central America, killing at least 22 people. The National Hurricane Center said Friday morning that Nate is moving north-northwest with maximum sustained winds of 45 miles per hour. There are hurricane, storm…

Hurricane Shelter Information

In preparation for Hurricane Nate, here are some resources you may need in order for your family and visitors to be fully prepared for the upcoming storm. Please follow the advice of your local officials regarding the possibility of evacuation.…

Harrison County schedule changes for Saturday

Harrison County Board of Supervisors following the EMA recommendation announces Saturday Afternoon activities cancelations or schedule changes: Harrison County Soccer Field Tournament on County Farm Road are Canceled for Saturday and Sunday Football Games on County Football Fields should conclude…

Cruisin' The Coast Condensing Weekend Schedule Ahead of Weather Issues

Cruisin’ The Coast® officials have decided to condense the remaining events in this year’s cruise as a result of weather issues associated with the incoming tropical system. Executive Director Woody Bailey said that today’s events will continue as planned, but…

Storm Safety : Live Report

News 25's Gina Tomlinson interviews Rupert Lacy about what locals can do to help protect them from the storm.

My School Color Run

News 25's Kendra Turley interviews Dr. Brian Barkley and Taja Cunningham about the My School Color Run at Magnolia Middle School in Moss Point. Registration ends by Oct. 12th the event is on Oct. 28th at 7:30 am.

Pine Lake Fellowship Camp Sale

News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Jonathan Bunn about the Gulfhaven Mennonite Church on Oct. 7th starting at 8 am and ending at 1 pm.

Tummy tuck flap for breast cancer survivors

Once the signs of breast cancer are gone, the battle is far from over including possible reconstruction of the affected area. In the midst of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a fairly new breast cancer reconstruction surgery is available right here…

Flood elevation issues

All four Jackson County mayors traveled to the White House a few weekends ago to speak with lawmakers with the plan to give them a better understanding of what it means to represent the Gulf Coast. Pascagoula Mayor Dane Maxwell…