Governor Reeves Announces 15 New RESTORE Act Projects Totaling $49 Million
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced 15 new RESTORE Act projects totaling $49 million for Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. “I remain fully committed to ensuring…
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Hospice of Light honors former patients with tree planting ceremony
Tears were shed during a tree planting ceremony in Pascagoula in honor of those who died while in hospice. Every year in November, which is National…
Comeback Cooler hosts party at Summerhouse Bay Cove
Summerhouse Bay Cove invited the crew with Comeback Coolers to host a cooler packing party on the property. Residents of Bay Cove and guests in the community headed…
Dedication ceremony honoring LCpl. Casey Casanova who was killed in Operation Iraqi Freedom
About a hundred people gathered at the Military Armed Forces Museum at Camp Shelby today for a ceremony to dedicate an exhibit to…
Over 350 kids partake in fun activities at 13th annual Art Ability Fair
Disability Connection hosted their 13th annual Art Ability Fair at the Biloxi Civic Center. More than 350 kids from 26 schools were able…
Arrested for drug trafficking in Harrison County
A search warrant is executed and a man is now behind bars charged with drug trafficking. Brandon Vega was arrested by Harrison County deputies yesterday. He’s charged with aggravated…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free admission for veterans this weekend
To honor and celebrate its modern-day heroes, the Mississippi Aquarium will offer free admission for both veterans and all active military. Starting Friday, veterans and active military…
Annual Senior Thanksgiving Breakfast and Fellowship in Biloxi
This morning, seniors gathered at Donal Snyder Community Center as Biloxi Parks and Recreation Department threw their annual Seniors Thanksgiving Breakfast and Fellowship. Anyone over the age of…
Gulfport man sentenced to 20 years for armed robbery of Dollar General
A Gulfport man will spend 20 years in prison for the 2020 armed robbery of a Dollar General store. 24-year-old Aundra Cain pleaded guilty earlier this week and was sentenced today. Judge Larry Bourgeois also ordered the sentence run consecutive…
Biloxi man charged with statutory rape
A Biloxi man is charged with statutory rape of a child under 16. Biloxi Police said 19-year-old Tajsman Antjuan Lanier was charged with one count. He was taken to the Harrison County jail and is being held on a $100,000…
Ocean Springs man charged in Biloxi stabbing case
An Ocean Springs man is behind bars, accused of stabbing a man earlier today. Biloxi Police charged 32-year-old William Oliver with aggravated assault. He was taken to the Harrison County jail. Bond is set at $200,000. Police responded to a…
Bay-Waveland School District receives grant for pre-K programs
The state Board of Education announced today that 11 school districts have been awarded grants to implement state-invested Pre-K programs. Bay-Waveland was the only district in South Mississippi to receive a grant. The district will get $100,000 each for six…
Pass Christian PD resuming ‘R-U OK’ program to assist community members
The Pass Christian Police Department posted on Facebook they are resuming their ‘R U OK’ Program. The program assists community members who are at home…
MGCCC hosts annual Holiday Hobnob and Scholarship Presentation
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s culinary and pastry arts program put on a holiday tasting for the community. MGCCC’s annual Holiday Hobnob is an opportunity for culinary students…
Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival returns to Harrison County
A popular event is making a return after a two-year pandemic related hiatus. The Highland Games and Celtic Music Festival is this weekend at the Harrison…
Humane Society celebrates National Adoption Week
The Humane Society has a busy weekend coming up in their efforts to celebrate National Adoption Week. The wellness clinic is doing a community pop up pet resource wellness fair…
Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System brings back valet parking at facility
The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System announced the return of valet parking this week after a while away due to COVID. This service is located…
Pass Christian officials meet to discuss future of 55 oak trees
Pass Christian officials are looking to make some greenery changes involving dozens of oak trees that can potentially cause several problems. Mayor Jimmy Rafferty and…
Holiday Hobnob and Scholarship Presentation at MGCCC
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s culinary and pastry arts program is hosting their annual Holiday Hobnob. Getting in on all the delicious holiday delicacies is News 25’s Sabria…
Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Cyber Center at MGCCC
A cyber security ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the MGCCC campus in Gulfport. Gulf Coast President Dr. Mary Graham, along with officials from Mississippi State University…
Biloxi Fire Department holds blood drive tomorrow
The Biloxi Fire Department is hosting a blood drive at the Visitor’s Center tomorrow. The ‘Heatin’ up the Holidays’ blood drive, administered by the Blood Center, will be held…
Gulfport man charged with downloading child pornography
A Gulfport man has been charged with possession of child pornography, the Harrison County Sheriff said today. 40-year-old Gabriel Lizana was taken to Harrison County jail. Bond is set at $100,000. Sheriff Troy Peterson said his office got a tip…
‘Donuts with a Deputy’ connects Harrison County community
This morning, Harrison County deputies enjoyed a cup of coffee and donuts with residents who stopped by the Lyman Senior Center. Donuts with a Deputy allows community members…
Chamber breakfast with Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich
The Mississippi Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted its last Breakfast with the Mayor this morning at IP Casino Resort Spa. Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich gave the breakfast address…