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Emergency meeting called in Harrison County

With fall weather approaching, hurricane season is still in full effect. Right now, Nate is still a tropical storm, but that could change soon. Local emergency management teams are taking no risks to be prepared. Clear skies just over the…

Lieutenant Governor urges storm prep

Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves stopped by Pascagoula today to take part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Courtyards at the Dock. The Lt. Governor and everyone at the ceremony enjoyed the sunshine that the day offered, however, Reeves was…

The Courtyards at the Dock groundbreaking

More than two dozen homes, two large commercial buildings complete with office, restaurant, and retail space, all perched along the Pascagoula waterfront. After years in making, the first phase of the Courtyards at City Dock is officially underway. “The absolutely…

Margaritaville hosts first ever Cruisin’ party

Margaritaville joined the party this year, hosting their own Cruisin’ the Coast event for the first time. Cruisers filled the parking lot in Biloxi for the Cruisin’ into Margaritaville Block Party. Hamburgers, hot dogs, and ice cold drinks were served…

Cruisers asked to take early departure

With Tropical Storm Nate currently on its way into the Gulf of Mexico and expected to affect the Gulf Coast, the Biloxi Fire Department is urging cruisers to take caution. Today, Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich sent out fliers for…

Possibility of hurricane causing cruisers to leave

The possibility of a hurricane hitting the Gulf Coast is causing many cruisers to change their plans. Strong winds and heavy rain expected in the forecast have visitors from out of town packing up early. Cruisin’ the Coast is still…

West Harrison High School moves homecoming dance

Due to the threat of Tropical Storm Nate this weekend, West Harrison High School has moved its Homecoming Dance to October 14. We are sorry for any inconvenience, but the safety of our staff and students come first. All scheduled…

Mississippi Power prepares for Tropical Storm Nate

Mississippi Power is closely monitoring the development and progress of Tropical Storm Nate, which is forecast to impact areas along the northern Gulf Coast, including the company’s service territory. In addition to Mississippi Power’s storm response team, the company is…

Pascagoula Mayor signs Declaration of Emergency

Upon the declaration by Jackson County, Pascagoula Mayor Maxwell signed a Declaration of Emergency in preparation for a possible severe weather event. Sand bags will be made available. An update to the public will be made as to when that…

Harrison County prepares for Nate

A special meeting was called by the Harrison County Board of Supervisors on the status of Tropical Storm Nate. News 25’s Tanner Stewart joins us from Gulfport with the latest details.

Making Cruisin’ a family affair

All week long we’ve been checking out some of the hottest rides and the coolest cruisers to roll through South Mississippi during Cruisin’ the Coast, today Murray Armstrong’s beautiful ’57 Chevrolet caught our eye so we had to stop and…

Gulfport Music Fest condensed to one day

Out of an abundance of caution as Nate approaches, the City of Gulfport says they are moving Saturday acts in the Gulfport Music Festival to Friday. That means the festival is now set for Friday only. Gulfport Music Festival officials…

Country Cruisin’ Breakfast

The Long Beach Yacht Club made sure cruisers did not start their day on an empty stomach. The annual Country Cruisin’ Breakfast offered eggs, bacon, grits, and a beautiful view over the harbor. One cruiser drove his 1941 Ford Ambulance…

Downed line cause power outage in Gulfport

Power was out for several hours today in certain parts of north Gulfport, in the area of Three Rivers Road and O’Neal. Coast Electric crews were out this morning shortly before 8 a.m. repairing damage to lines that were burning…

Veteran Suicide Awareness

News 25's Hank Davis interviews Taylor Bourgeois about Veteran Suicide Awareness event at Silkies Beach. You can join this hike October 7th at 8 am at the Big Play Entertainment Center.

Country Cruisin' Breakfast

At Long Beach, you can have a plate full of scrambled eggs, sausage, biscuits and gravy with a Chevy Chevelle on the side. Starting at 7 this morning, cruisers can head over to the long beach yacht club for their Country Cruisin' Breakfast.

Pretty in Pink

News 25’s Kristen Durand interviews Dr. Paul Mace about Pretty in Pink event at the Garden Park Medical Center, Thursday Oct 12th. from 6 pm to 7 pm.

Wanted for questioning in Biloxi burglary

Biloxi police are looking for two who they say burglarized a vehicle. Do you recognize this couple? Police say they want to identify them and bring them in for questioning in reference to the vehicle burglary that happened on Bayview…

Have you seen this man? Missing since July 20th

It’s been over two months since anyone has seen or heard from Gary Hope despite the fact that his truck was found in Harrison County. Investigators say he was last seen driving away from his job, a construction site on…

Goodwill Select grand opening

This morning a large crowd was on-hand for the grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony of Goodwill Select in Biloxi. The new store can be found at the Edgewater Village. Goodwill officials say their mission is through the Goodwill of others…