Bud and Burgers cooking competition in Downtown Ocean Springs
Over in Ocean Springs on Saturday, the aroma of good burgers and beer filled all of downtown. The annual Buds and Burgers cooking competition, hosted by the…
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Some Harrison County Sand Beaches open after Hurricane Francine
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors announced that the sand beaches from Debuys Road and eastward are now open to the public, following the initial cleanup efforts after Hurricane Francine. Sand beach crews are working diligently to complete the cleanup…
Memorial Physician Clinics Welcomes Christopher S. Blomberg, MD
GULFPORT, Miss. – September 16, 2024 – Memorial Physician Clinics welcomes Christopher S. Blomberg in the practice of Family Medicine at Memorial Physician Clinics Cedar Lake Family Practice, located at 1756 Popp’s Ferry Road, Biloxi. Dr. Blomberg received his Doctor of Medicine at the American University of the Caribbean School…
New Species for the Hattiesburg Zoo to Make their Debut This Tuesday
Hattiesburg, MS (September 16, 2024) - The habitat that will house a new species at the Hattiesburg Zoo has been completed, and zoo guests can now meet two female African Spotted Genets beginning Tuesday, September 17th. Monarch and Lacey are…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club hosts Paws under the Oak
In Gulfport, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club brought the dogs out for Paws under the Oaks. Dog owners from around the Coast set up shop…
Visitors stopped by the Hancock County Fair over the weekend
The Hancock County Fair was in full swing this weekend, bringing lots of visitors to the fairgrounds. Over the Kiln Saturday, the fair featured its annual…
Biloxi King Cakes nominated for "Best Alternative Identity"
The Biloxi King Cakes might have been a one-off name, but they have been nominated for "Best Alternative Identity" in the Minor League…
Community comes out to 43rd annual Biloxi Seafood Festival
The iconic Biloxi Seafood Festival made its annual return to the Coast this weekend, seeing a huge turnout at the Biloxi Town Green on Saturday. “There are…
Gulfport Police seeking information on early Monday shooting
Gulfport Police are asking the public's help for information about a shooting that injured a minor early Monday morning. Officers responded to a possible shooting about 12:04 a.m. Monday near Indiana Avenue and Jackson Street. When they arrived, officers found…
Shuckers announce first pitch for 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday for game one of SLDS
BILOXI, MS – The Biloxi Shuckers have announced that game one of the Southern League Divisional Series will begin at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17 at Keesler Federal Park against the Montgomery Biscuits. Fans can purchase tickets HERE. The…
MGCCC celebrates 13 students named 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College proudly announces that 13 of its students have been named 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholars by Phi Theta Kappa. This prestigious recognition is awarded to new PTK members who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement, leadership…
MGCCC student receives tools through Kubota TECH Toolbox Program
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, in partnership with Kubota and Parish Tractor, held a special presentation ceremony on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at the West Harrison County Center to award student Newt Smith with a toolbox as part of the…
MDMR certifies state saltwater finfish records for August
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources certified eight state saltwater fishing records for the month of August. For conventional tackle, Dustin Conway of Vancleave set the record for Golden Tilefish with a fish weighing 28 pounds, 8.96 ounces…
City of Ocean Springs hosts Community Meeting for newly annexed residents
Ocean Springs, MS – The City of Ocean Springs is pleased to announce a community meeting for residents of the newly annexed areas. This important gathering aims to welcome our new community members and provide them with essential information about…
Ocean Springs Bud & Burgers Cooking Competition set for September -Tailgate edition
Ocean Springs, MS) – Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau and Mitchell Distributing will host its community burger competition, Bud & Burgers, Ocean Springs Edition Saturday, September 14 from 3-9 p.m. at the L&N Depot Plaza featuring a Craft…
Keesler Air Force Base hosting free health fair in October
Keesler Air Force Base is hosting a free health fair at the Keesler Medical Center in October. The fair happening on October 4th. The fair will be open to…
Mississippi man takes home grand prize at Nationwide Truck Driving Competition
A Mississippi man was named America's top truck driving at a recent trucking competition in Indiana. Jackie Reed is a driver with FedEx in Lauderdale County. Reed is one…
George County Rebels host Biloxi Indians for Week Three
WXXV News 25's Ansley Brent is at George County as the Rebels host the Biloxi Indians for week three. It's not just a…
43rd annual Biloxi Seafood Festival
The Biloxi Seafood Festival is happening tomorrow all day. Festival goers have the chance to meet members of the WXXV News 25 team. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel…
Preview of Ocean Springs taking on Northwest Rankin
Sports Director Jevan McCoskey is live in Ocean Springs to talk about the Greyhounds' matchup against Northwest Rankin during Friday Night Football.
Some Harrison County Sand Beaches open after Hurricane Francine
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors announced that the sand beaches from Porter Avenue and eastward are now open to the public, following the initial cleanup efforts after Hurricane Francine. While the beaches west of Porter Avenue remain closed for…
Casting for Conservation event has been rescheduled
In Gulfport, the Casting for Conservation event set to take place tomorrow has been rescheduled. Organizers say the event will now happen sometime next spring, be on the lookout for a new date.
23 Coast students named National Merit Semifinalists
Twenty-three students from South Mississippi have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists. The list was released Wednesday. The students are among 16,000 nationwide in the 70th annual scholarship program. Students who were the highest-scoring in the state while taking the…
Gulf Coast Symphony prepares to open its 63rd season in October
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Symphony is opening its 63rd season with a concert at the MGCCC Impac Center in October. The season features several dates…