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A Look Inside Jobs Corps’ New Dorms

Today the Gulfport Job Corps opened the doors of its new dormitory to the community, allowing residents the chance check out the digs where residential students will live. The new facility boasts several community living spaces, separate dorm rooms, computer…

New Business Development in Gulfport

New businesses continue to pop up in Gulfport, making positive economic waves in the city. Tonight, a new group is forming to help the local economy even more. News 25’s Shelby Myers has the details. [mappress mapid="2817"]

Harrison County Man Charged with Sexual Battery of Teen

A Gulfport man has been arrested and charged with the sexual battery of a 16-year-old girl. Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson says 37-year-old Antonio Jenkins was arrested yesterday. The 16-year-old victim says she was assaulted three times while visiting the suspect’s home.…

Gulfport High School Students Suspended for Carrying Pills

Three Gulfport High School students are suspended for carrying pills on campus after a social media video surfaces. According to Gulfport School District spokeswoman M.C. Price-Barton, one student notified teachers that a classmate had a form of Xanax pills on…

Moss Point's 115th Anniversary Celebration Kicks Off

The City of Moss Point kicked off a week of celebrating their 115th anniversary by making sure their residents are living a healthy lifestyle. Residents from across the city headed out to Pelican Landing Center this morning looking for health…

Kemper County Plant Price Increase

The cost of Mississippi Power’s Kemper County plant continues to rise. Officials released they will spend an addition $61 million. The Atlanta based Southern Company will absorb 35 million of the added cost. However, the remaining $26 million burden could…

Deadly Shooting Outside Pass Christian Gas Station

Arnold Scarborough has been charged with first degree murder after shooting his 50 year-old son around 5:30 this morning outside of C&J Quick Stop in Pass Christian. News 25’s Laurene Callander was on the scene and has the details. Yellow…

Tired Dog Rescue Duck Derby

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Publio Casillas and Terry Casillas about the Tired Dog Rescue Duck Derby Saturday May 21st 12 pm. - 4 pm. at the Dock Bar & Grill.

Biloxi Bike Patrol

The Biloxi police department has a new way of getting around town in efforts to make it easier for them to catch criminals and help the public. Biloxi police introduced their new bike patrol at the city council meeting. The…

3rd Annual Ports Of Call

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Marquez Singleton and Audrey Duncan about the 3rd Annual Ports Of Call event Thursday April 28th 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm. at the International Food & Heritage Festival.

Shooting At Pass Christian

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews a witness in this morning's shooting at C&J Quick Stop that left 50 year old Darrin Scarborough dead.    

MSU Road Dawgs Tour 2016

If you’re a Mississippi State football fan on the Coast, you probably know about the MSU Road Dawgs Tour. The tour gives fans a chance to meet and dine with athletic department officials and coaches. Tonight is the eighth time…

Gulfport High School Helps with Cancer Battle

The students and faculty of Gulfport High School hosted a spaghetti dinner this afternoon, all in hopes of raising money for a fellow Admiral. Donny Faerber is a freshman at Gulfport High and is in the midst of a battle…

MSU Road Dawgs Tour 2016

If you’re a Mississippi State football fan on the Coast, you probably know about the MSU Road Dawgs Tour. This tour gives fans a chance to meet and dine with athletic department officials and coaches. As a part of its…

Rounding up Crime in Gulfport

Several people are behind bars tonight as the police department continues to address the criminal subculture in Gulfport. News 25’s Kristen Durand hit the streets with some of those officers as they rounded up some criminals. The criminal subculture in…

Shuckers Lose to Mississippi Braves 9-3

The Biloxi Shuckers were in action earlier today against in state rival the Mississippi Braves. The Shuckers fell behind early, giving up three runs in the first inning and never recovered. The Shuckers lost 9-3. With the loss, the Shuckers…

Make-A-Wish Thanks Volunteers and Donors

They are the ones behind making dreams come true. That is why the local Make-A-Wish Foundation honored its donors and volunteers this morning. The foundation held its annual appreciation breakfast as a way to thank those who make what they…

New Trampoline Park Coming to Gulfport

Yet another business is opening doors in Gulfport. Construction has begun on the new Altitude Trampoline Park next to Walmart off Highway 49. Other than a large open court of connected trampolines, the facility will offer a jousting battle beam,…

Biloxi Rotary Club Meeting

According to the secretary of state’s office, decisions concerning the Tidelands Funds are being made. Sherri Bevis with the secretary of state’s office served as the guest speaker at today’s Biloxi Rotary Club meeting. Bevis was there to shed light…

Rock the Block Benefit Concert Tonight

The Bacot-McCarty Foundation is hosting the third annual Rock the Block benefit concert for the Rock U 2 Foundation. It will be happening from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person or $45 per couple. National recording…

Run the River 5K in Moss Point

There are several ways Moss Point will be celebrating their 115th year celebration. One way you can do that is by sweating a little bit and hitting the ground running with the Run the River 5k. The event takes place…

State Senators Want to Redo Flood Maps

Members of the Coast delegation are trying to do their part to lower flood insurance rates. State Senator Sean Tindell and others are leading a charge to change FEMA flood maps for the Coast. The charge started as a bill…