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Buying Christmas Trees From Local Farms

As many begin putting up their holiday decorations, the Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce is urging residents to buy locally grown Christmas trees. The Department of Agriculture has made finding a…

Safe and Unsafe Thanksgiving Foods for Dogs

During the holidays dogs sniff around the dinner table-- and although many of you may want to give turkey bones to your dog-- it's not a good idea. Experts say the bones can potentially cause damage to your pet's digestive…

Road Safety During The Holidays

With many people hitting the roads to travel for the Thanksgiving holiday it’s important to be safe and pay close attention to the roads. Travel experts have predicted that this year about 53.4 million people will be traveling which is…

"Bailee One 'Down' Right Special Girl"

Ocean Springs author Joy  Gough launched her book 'Bailee One ‘down’ right special girl' just in time to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month. The book is about Bailee Edwards, who…

Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

A turkey giveaway is happening right now in Gulfport. It just started at 5pm-- first come first serve until all the turkeys are gone. News 25's Sabria Reid has more.

Mental Health During the Holidays

The holidays are a time to enjoy family, friends, and food but many people deal with seasonal depression, stress, anxiety and other mental health issues. To help cope with mental health issues during the holidays-- Kay Daneault-- Executive Director of…

'Be a Santa to a Senior' to bring Holiday Cheer

While some seniors will be able to spend the holidays with their families-- others may not. So Home Instead of ocean springs is hosting their 18th annual "Be a Santa to a Senior program" promising another season of holiday cheer.…

Pascagoula Police looking for answers in weekend shooting

Police in Pascagoula are also investigating a shooting This one happened last night near Orchard road and Bayou Casotte. Pascagoula police aren't releasing any further details right now, but we do know their criminal investigation team is handling the case.…

Missing teen last seen in Gulfport

The Gulfport Police Department is asking for the public's help in locating a missing teenager. 16-year-old Marian Nyeshia-Oshae Powell, of Gulfport, was last seen near Highland Avenue on November 17th wearing a black and yellow jacket. Powell has black hair…

Sports betting underway at 8 Louisiana casinos; more planned

BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Eight Louisiana casinos have started accepting bets on live-action sporting events, and seven more applications for sports wagering licenses from casinos are pending, according to the head of the state’s gambling regulatory board. The Advocate reports that…

'Banner: A Sea Turtle Saga' premieres today

One of the Mississippi Aquarium's most beloved residents is now the inspiration for an original children's musical. News 25's Lorraine Weiskopf was live from the aquarium this morning and has more.

Biloxi Police investigating fatal shooting

Biloxi Police are investigating a shooting on Sunday night that left one dead and another in critical condition. Biloxi's Criminal Investigations Division said in a press release that officers responded to the 2000 block of Lawrence Street about 10:50 p.m.…