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Counterfeit Money Issue in Jackson County

Investigators with the Jackson County Sheriff's Department say they're getting more reports of counterfeit money changing hands and enough is enough. News 25’s Shelby Myers tells us what you need to know to avoid becoming the victim of a scam.

Moss Point Residents Wanting Peace to Protest

In the wake of all the recent violence in Moss Point residents say they’re fed up and it’s time to take a stand for peace. Members of Moss Point’s Visionary Circle plan to hold a peaceful protest next Monday. It…

Mother of Jackson County Shooting Victim Speaks Out

Bond has been set for the Jackson County man accused of killing a man in Vancleave. Fifty-seven year-old Mose Ben Wells made his initial court appearance in Jackson County today before Judge Larry T. Wilson. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson was…

Decision on Harrison County Skate Park Looming

Harrison County supervisors will soon decide the fate of the old skate park off of Debuys Road. From a year-round ice skating rink to a place where Coast actors can sharpen their skills, supervisors have been fielding proposals and bids…

College Readiness in Local High Schools

Colleges and universities spend nearly $35 million annually on remediation for first year students in need of extra academic attention. So what are local high schools doing to help better prepare seniors for college-level work? Officials with the Gulfport School…

Former MLB Player Barry Lyons on Set

At this time every Wednesday, former Major League Baseball catcher Barry Lyons joins us to tell us about the guest speaker this coming Friday at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum exhibit “Our Love Affair with Baseball”.

Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves Talks BP Money

Mississippi Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves was on the Coast today to announce his plans to hold town hall meetings in each of the three Coast counties. This is all in an effort to get input from the public on how…

Trump Heading to Mississippi

Donald Trump is set to speak in Jackson today. This will be Trump’s third time to the state this year. Reports are the Republican presidential candidate will be in the Magnolia state trying to garner votes, but more importantly for…

Lightning Causes Harrison County House Fire

Lightning from this afternoon's storms is being blamed for causing a house fire on Longwood Drive. Fire investigators tell News 25 the lightning struck the back of the home, causing it to catch fire. No one was hurt in the…

Arrests Made in Moss Point Stabbing

Two suspects are behind bars in connection to the stabbing death of Moss Point educator Willie C. Williams. Moss Point police arrested 23-year-old Lee Andrew Gipson of Moss Point and 24-year-old Kierra Shante McWilliams of Moss Point. Gipson is charged…

Bond is set for Jackson County Man Accused of Murder

Bond has been set for the Jackson County man accused of killing a man in Vancleave Monday night. Fifty-seven year-old Mose Ben Wells made his initial court appearance in Jackson County today before Judge Larry T. Wilson. The victim’s mother…

Thacker Mountain Radio Show

The Mary C. Cultural Center continues to bring great acts to the Coast. This weekend they have a little something for everyone. A live broadcast of the Thacker Mountain Radio Show will take place Saturday, August 27th at 7 p.m.…

Peaceful Protest At Gas Station

Members of Moss Point’s Visionary Circle plan to hold a peaceful protest next Monday. This protest, from seven am to five pm, will be at the M-P Express Gas Station in Moss Point. The gas station at the corner on…

Police Save Two Lives, Arrest Arson Suspect

One person arrested and charged with arson. All thanks to the Gulfport Police Department. Gulfport police responded to a call around 10:15 Tuesday night of a burglary in progress. When two patrolmen arrived to the house on the corner of…

Robbery In Ocean Springs

Police are looking for a man accused of robbing Oasis Spa on Bienville Boulevard. Police say Sunday night shortly before 9; a black male was let into the business because an employee thought he wanted a massage. When he entered,…

Keesler AFB Joint Land Use Study

In an effort to reduce potential conflict between Keesler Air Force Base and surrounding communities, a joint land use study launches tonight in D’Iberville. It’s a chance for residents to voice their opinions and be a part of the changes…

Former MLB Player Barry Lyons on Set

Former MLB catcher Barry Lyons is on set. He’s here to discuss the guest speaker at this Friday’s “Our Love Affair with Baseball” luncheon at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art.

Climb CDC Open House Tomorrow

Tomorrow Climb CDC is inviting everyone to come and check out their programs and facilities. The workforce training institute will host an open house from 9 until 3 at their main location on 30th Avenue. Climb CDC offers numerous programs…

MGCCC Unveils New Soccer Complex

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College cut the ribbon on their brand new soccer complex. The team hopes that this new facility gives them an edge on the playing field and entices recruits to commit to the Bulldogs soccer program. News…

Have You Seen Wayne Campbell?

Biloxi police is seeking the public’s help to locate a man they say has been missing since Sunday. Authorities say Wayne Allen Campbell was last seen in the area of Pass Road in Gulfport this weekend. If you have any…

Keesler AFB Joint Land Use Study

In an effort to reduce potential conflict between Keesler Air Force Base and surrounding communities, a joint land use study launches tonight. It’s a chance for residents to voice their opinion and be a part of the growth that could…

Long Beach Packing Party for Flood Victims

A local woman says she wants to help the flood victims in Louisiana because she remembers the horrible conditions the Coast was in after Hurricane Katrina. The Mariners Apartment in Long Beach hosted a packing party for families affected by…

Pascagoula Relief Team Leaves for Louisiana

A team from Pascagoula pulled out this morning to deliver supplies to flood victims in Louisiana. Police and fire officials left alongside city personnel with three trucks of water, cleaning supplies and much more. Fifteen total people from Pascagoula started…

United Healthcare Farm to Fork Program

Mississippi is ranked 49th in the nation for overall health. More than 35 percent of Mississippi adults are considered obese, according to the 2015 America’s Health Rankings Report. That’s why United Healthcare partnered with Alcorn State University Extension Program again…