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Crawfish Music Fest 25th Anniversary

It’s that time of year again. The Crawfish Music Festival is back at the Coast Coliseum in Biloxi. The multi-weekend event is celebrating its 25th anniversary and you can expect live music, fair rides, family friendly games and attractions and…

What’s the oldest oak tree on the Coast?

In honor of Earth Day, here’s a little South Mississippi trivia: what’s the oldest oak tree on the Coast? The giant historic live oak at Mary Mahoney’s in Biloxi states the iconic tree is over 2,000 years old. Patriarch is…

$2.3 million in projects underway in Diamondhead

The City of Diamondhead received several grants that will go toward drainage and recreation projects. More than two million dollars will go toward safer school bus routes, better lighting at intersections, a city hall fitness trail and more. The city…

After a while, crocodile

Before we say “See you later alligator,” check out the latest suspect Biloxi police carried off today. This guy may be small, but he’s got a big bite! Biloxi residents and visitors were just trying to soak up the sun…

Volunteers cleanup tons of trash on Deer Island

Deer Island was packed with activity today as many people launched a mission to clean up the barrier island in our gulf. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson joined the volunteers today for the eighth annual Deer Island Cleanup, part of Mississippi’s ongoing…

Man charged with violation of Lacey Act

One coast seafood businessman has pled guilty to charges involving the violation of the Lacey Act and illegal possession of a shotgun. Cowart Seafood President Lonnie M. Ray pled guilty to both counts in federal court. According to Mississippi law,…

Four prior felons arrested for armed robbery

Four people are under arrest after robbing a Biloxi resident at gunpoint in front of his home. The four suspects allegedly approached the victim at his home on Popp’s Ferry Road and held the victim at gunpoint as he was…

Moss Point resource officer sentenced for sexual abuse

The Moss Point High School resource officer who was found guilty of sexually abusing a 16-year-old student in 2009 was sentenced today. The Jackson County District Attorney’s Office says Circuit Court Judge Kathy Jackson sentenced 51-year-old Kevin Williams to serve…

Dream Program Fundraiser

Preparations are underway for one of the Dream Program’s biggest fundraisers of the year: the silent auction. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from Gulf Hills Hotel in Ocean Springs with more information.

Crawfish Music Festival

What’s better than a night of crawfish, rides, great music, vendors and giveaways? There’s a reason the Crawfish Music Festival has been on the coast for 24 years. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson joins us from Biloxi. [mappress mapid="2783"]

Community Gathering

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Pastor Richard McBride about the Community Gathering at 4131 Sue Ellen St., Moss Point on April 22nd 11 am to 6 pm.

Man charged with felony murder in Harrison County

One Harrison County man is now behind bars after admitting on Facebook to murdering his roommate. Thirty-nine year-old Gabriel Curtis has been given a felony charge of murder. Sheriff Troy Peterson received a call from a Florida resident for a…

Millions In Improvements On The Way

Big improvements are on the way for the city of Diamondhead. The city recently reviewed several grants underway to support various projects throughout the city. The project total a little over two million dollars. A few of the projects the…

Biloxi Candidates Forum

Local organizations want citizens of Biloxi to be informed on who is running in the upcoming primary elections. The Biloxi NAACP and the local chapter of the league of women voters have partnered to hold a candidate's forum. The purpose…

Ken Combs Pier Walk Tomorrow

Tomorrow night, the Ken Combs Pier will be filled with coast residents giving back to the community while also remembering loved ones. The ken combs pier walk will take place at 6 pm at the ken combs pier in Gulfport.…

Man Sentenced In Tax Fraud Case

Two Gulfport men will spend the next several years in prison for preparing fraudulent tax returns. Allen Brice and Jerami Washington both worked for flash financial when committing the crimes. Allen Brice, an employee with flash financial, was sentenced to…

2nd Annual Gulf Coast Dragon Boat Festival

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Sam Evan about the 2nd Annual Gulf Coast Dragon Boat Festival over at The Dock Bar and Grill Saturday, April 29th 10 am - 4 pm. For more information please visit www.unitedwaysm.org

Crawfish Music Festival begins today in Biloxi

The Coast Coliseum grounds are full yet again for the 25th annual Crawfish Music Festival. Gates are now open for the first night of a two weekend extravaganza. If you plan on joining the fun, you can expect music, rides,…

2017 alligator season lotto passed

Thirty days are up and Mississippi’s alligator hunting season changes will go into effect this August. Mississippi Department of Wildlife introduced changes on how hunters will get a permit from the previous first come, first serve to a lottery style drawing.…

Remembering the Biloxi Wade-Ins

The Biloxi Beach Wade-ins are described as one of South Mississippi’s most significant, historical Civil Rights events. News 25’s Kendra Turley takes us inside a remembrance ceremony in Biloxi that honored the men, women, and children who helped pave the…

Scarlet Pearl parking garage ribbon cutting

Today the Scarlet Pearl finally cut the ribbon on their newest addition: a seven floor parking garage. The 400,000 foot parking facility boosts a uniquely designed express ramp which will allow guests to easily find vacant spaces on crowded floors.…

Jackson County Republican Forum

Tonight in Gautier, voters from across Jackson County had a chance to hear from Republican candidates. The Jackson County Republican Executive Committee held a forum at MGCCC’s campus in Gautier where candidates discussed their platforms and values while addressing problems…