Stepping it up in 2021
It’s the final countdown as we head into a new year and for those of you who are thinking about making a New Year’s resolution to get fit in 2021, News 25’s Toni Miles checks in with…
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Keep pets safe during NYE fireworks
Fireworks are fun and colorful for us, but the loud sounds scare our fur babies. The Humane Society of South Mississippi shares some tips and tricks to keep your pet calm while celebrating the new year with…
No restricted firework zones on the beach in Harrison County
Gathering with family to set off fireworks is a common tradition every New Year’s Eve. There are only two times a year when fireworks are allowed to be set off on the beach: the Fourth of July…
Overlooked effects of fireworks on veterans
While ringing in the new year with fireworks can be a form of celebration for some, it can be a trigger for veterans living with post-traumatic stress disorder. Fireworks going off on New Year’s Eve is a…
Woman critically injured in early morning fire in Biloxi
One person is in critical condition following an early morning fire in Biloxi. Shortly after 1 a.m., the city’s fire department received a call about a structural fire at 2381 Pass Road, the same building that houses…
George County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal accident
The George County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division is investigating a pedestrian fatality that occurred on River Road in the Basin Community of George County, MS, yesterday evening. At approximately 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 29th, 2020, the George County…
12/30 - Rob's "Warm & Humid" Afternoon Forecast
A very nice afternoon ahead with high temperatures way above seasonal norms...
12/30 - Rob Knight's "VERY WARM" Hump-Day Morning Forecast
A very warm start to the day as the WAY ABOVE seasonal temps will continue...
Liquor sales flowing around the Coast
Liquor sales have been flowing well here in South Mississippi according to one locally-owned store. While COVID-19 restrictions did slow down sales at the beginning of the year, things picked back up when COVID restrictions were loosened…
Edgewater Mall is ringing in the new year
After a tough start due to COVID-19 restrictions in 2020, retailers needed a boost in sales this year. Tanesha Jackson’s income and job were cut, along with other employees, when Master Cuts closed earlier this year at…
Recreational Gag season closing; commercial fishing seasons opening, closing
BILOXI, Miss. – Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced this week that recreational fishing season for Gag will close in Mississippi territorial waters Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020 at 11:59 p.m. The commercial season for sharks (aggregated large…
Mardi Gras t-shirt sales will continue in Pass Christian
The Pass Christian Mardi Gras Parade is canceled, along with many others on the Coast, but the carnival celebration doesn’t have to end. The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce has partnered up with local tattoo artist Ben…
IP Casino announces Wreaths of Hope contest results
Local nonprofits went bell-to-bell in a wreath decorating competition. The IP Hotel Casino Resort Spa hosted a friendly competition giving away $10,000 to those who help Gulf Coast families. The IP Hotel and Casino counted all votes…
Memorial Hospital COVID-19 testing locations
Memorial Hospital is committed to stopping the spread of infection by operating the following convenient clinics for COVID-19 testing. There’s a new location at Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building in D’Iberville open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.…
Biloxi PD searching for runaway juvenile Tyteeona Arrington
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a reported runaway juvenile. Sixteen-year-old Tyteeona Arrington reportedly ran away from her residence on December 23rd, 2020 at about 9:30 p.m. Tyteeona has committed the…
12/29 - Rob Knight's End of Year Forecast
Another very warm late December afternoon...
12/29 - Rob Knight's "Much Warmer" Tuesday Morning Forecast
With warmer temperatures, Pockets of DENSE FOG is affecting south Mississippi this morning...
No foul play suspected in Pascagoula death
Pascagoula police have released an update on the investigation into the woman found in a pond on Christmas Eve. Police say they believe foul play was not a factor in the death of 65-year-old Deloise Moody and…
MDMR CARES Act online applications reopen for Mississippi residents licensed in other Gulf states
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) will reopen CARES Act Section 12005 online applications on the MDMR website to allow all sectors of Mississippi residents who are commercially licensed/permitted (commercial fishermen, charter fishermen and dealer/processors) in another Gulf…
IP donates to local food banks
In the spirit of giving, the IP Hotel and Casino donated $40,000 in food and goods to three local food banks on the Coast. Since Thanksgiving, the IP Hotel and Casino planned to give back to the…
Close the gap: Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign
It’s the final countdown as the Salvation Army that serves South Mississippi’s six southern-most counties races to close the gap. Nonprofits throughout the nation took a hit this year due to COVID, but that didn’t stop South…
Christmas tree recycling locations in Jackson County
Jackson County has announced locations for residents to dispose of their Christmas trees through the month of January. Tree recycling will be available through January 31st at five locations including: The Jackson County Landfill at Seaman Road…
Recycling Christmas trees in Harrison County
Don’t let that tree go to waste! Mississippi Power has partnered up with Harrison County to recycle Christmas trees. Save trees, live better! Walmart is recycling unsold Christmas trees to help beautify our community. Walmart Store Manager…
Representative Jeffrey Guice running for mayor of Ocean Springs
This afternoon, Ocean Springs businessman and Republican State Representative for District 114 Jeffrey Guice announced his plans to run for mayor of Ocean Springs. Guice joins fellow Republican Melanie Allen as the two candidates currently set to…