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Local congregation displays signs of positivity in Biloxi
2020 has been a stressful time for many leaders, but one local congregation has put forth the extra effort. At yesterday’s Biloxi City Council Meeting, Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast Pastor Chadwick Craft led the meeting’s prayer. Church members joined…
Peaceful protests continue in Biloxi
In Biloxi, protesters lined Highway 90 near the Biloxi Lighthouse once again in a peaceful demonstration on recent events. This evening, around 15 protesters gathered to bring to light issues of inequality in the wake of George Floyd’s death. Some…
Pass Christian Chamber gives free meals to city employees
There’s nothing like a good meal at lunch time to help employees recharge for the rest of the work day, especially when it’s catered and free. Getting served isn’t always a good thing, especially when it comes to court, but…
Beauvoir opens for first time since COVID-19 restrictions
A Mississippi Gulf Coast historical staple opened its doors for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic today. The home of the president of the Confederate states, Jefferson Davis, has been closed to the public for over a month. Now,…
MDEQ Issues Two Beach Water Contact Advisories in Harrison County
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued beach water contact advisories Wednesday for Station 11 and Station 11A. These segments of beach are not closed; however, there may be an increased…
Protest against racial inequality in Gulfport
This morning, a group of protesters gathered in Gulfport to raise awareness about racial inequalities. Around 15 people gathered this morning holding signs with messages about George Floyd, anti-racism, and bible verses. This protest started because 25-year-old Jamila Swopes believes…
Arrested on a warrant for alleged aggravated domestic assault
The Biloxi Police Department arrested 23-year-old Tony Lee Gillispie of Biloxi on a warrant for alleged aggravated domestic assault. The arrest was the result of a reported domestic that occurred in the 200 block of Eisenhower Drive on June 2nd,…
Arrested for aggravated assault
The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department made an arrest following a report of shots fired on Monday in Gulfport. Sheriff Troy Peterson says 33-year-old Maurice Thomas is now facing a felony charge of aggravated assault. Deputies responded to the Legacy Hotel…
Hurricane Season is here
Hurricane season began Monday and we are already tracking the tropics. This year, officials say preparing for the season will be different than before. South Mississippi is no stranger to tropical storms and hurricanes, but this will be the first…
Gulfport School District 2020 Summer Meals Program
The Gulfport School District has put safety precautions in place to make sure everyone can benefit from the summer meals program this year. Gulfport Central Middle and Gulfport High School will be the two locations this summer from now until…
Self-serve sand bag locations
Although we are still a few days away from knowing the track of Tropical Storm Cristobal, Harrison County EMA Director Rupert Lacy is of the mindset that Cristobal will be something of a rain event, with the potential to dump…
Mississippi National Guard activated in support of Civil Authorities in Washington D.C.
JACKSON, Miss. – As of this morning, approximately 400 activated Mississippi National Guard service members have safely arrived at their mission destination in support of civil authorities. The MSNG’s mission as Task Force Magnolia is providing military and strategic support to law…
Upcoming blood drives and antibody testing begins on all blood donations with The Blood Center
New Orleans, LA. – Effective Tuesday June 2nd, The Blood Center (TBC) will begin testing all donors/donations for COVID-19 antibodies. This free service will inform the donor if they carry the COVID-19 antibody, which will indicate whether the individual has…
Mississippi Department of Human Services to pay $5M to settle food stamp data manipulation claims
By Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Department of Human Services has agreed to pay the federal government $5 million to settle claims that it manipulated reporting within a food assistance program and received undeserved performance bonuses. The…
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Community Q&A with Gulfport Police Chief Leonard Papania
As police departments face scrutiny following George Floyd’s death, Gulfport Police Chief Leonard Papania is reaching out to the public to start a discussion about important issues. In this time of tension, Gulfport Police Chief Leonard Papania says he’s here…
City of Biloxi approves site for Shipley's Do-Nut Restaurant; Waiting for contractor
Construction plans have been approved and a permit is ready to be issued for one of the first cases reviewed since Development Review Committee meetings resumed a couple of weeks ago. "We are simply waiting on the contractor to come…
Attorney speaks about the death of Jessie Lee Williams
A South Mississippi attorney believes the country should look to how the community here on the Coast reacted in 2006 after a man was wrongfully killed by law enforcement in the Harrison County Jail. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf spoke with…
Saving on utility bill as temperatures rise
Worried about your utility bill going up with the temperature as we head into summer? Don’t sweat it. News 25’s Toni Miles shares some tips that will help save you money on your electric bill. Summer is just around the…
Highway 90 lane closures in Biloxi expected to end Friday
Infrastructure two years in the making for the City of Biloxi brings good news to those who frequently travel Highway 90. The lane closure on Highway 90 south of the Biloxi City Cemetery is expected to end on Friday. Workers…
Horse parade brings joy to seniors at Seashore Highlands Retirement Community
It’s not every day you see a parade of horses galloping down the road, but that was the view for the folks over at the Seashore Highlands Retirement Community in Gulfport this morning. The ‘Trail-Graze-Hers’ rode their horses down the…
How Biloxi Fire Department is keeping you safe during COVID-19 pandemic
Everyday firefighters work to keep our community safe, but now they have another battle to fight: COVID-19. Emergencies do not stop because of a global pandemic so firefighters have had to change their protocol when helping the public. Every day…
Gulfport School District offering free summer food service
The Gulfport School District is offering free food service for children 18 and under or 21 and under if disabled. Adult lunches are $3.25. Lunch and breakfast will be available Monday through Friday until June 30th and from July 6th…