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Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo canceled

The Mississippi Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo, scheduled for the July 2-5 in Jones Park, has been canceled because of concerns over COVID-19, organizers said. Richie Valdez, president of the organization, announced Tuesday morning that the annual fishing tournament was cancelled.…

WWII Museum to observe 76th anniversary of D-Day on Saturday

The National WWII Museum will commemorate the 76th anniversary of the D-Day invasion on Saturday, and will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its opening as The National D-Day Museum in 2000. Following its Congressional designation as The National WWII Museum…

Biloxi's 2020 Blessing of the Fleet this weekend

The City of Biloxi, Harrison County and St. Michael Catholic Church are pleased to announce that the 91st annual Blessing of the Fleet & Coronation of the Shrimp King and Queen will be held Saturday and Sunday. The Committee encourages…

Beauvoir will reopen June 3rd

The post-Civil War home of Jefferson Davis and one of the Coast’s prominent historical sites is all set to reopen on Wednesday amid tensions across the country. The grounds at Beauvoir are full of activity as the race to reopen…

First day of 2020 Hurricane Season

Yet another threat for the U.S. this year as today is the start of the 2020 hurricane season. NOAA and other organizations predict it’s going to be an above average year. States along the Atlantic Coast, including Florida, now have…

Mississippi Power crews ready to roll

There are those who stay here on the Coast regardless of the threat a hurricane may bring, among them are those who work at Mississippi Power. Ninety-five years and going strong, like the people of the Mississippi Gulf Coast, Mississippi…

Beau Rivage is now open with safety guidelines in place

The Beau Rivage has been closed since March and today they finally reopened to the public. When you go back to the casino you’ll notice some major changes. Mississippi casinos were allowed to open on May 21st. While many casinos…

Pascagoula firefighters distributing masks to the public

In Pascagoula, residents received free masks at the senior center courtesy of the fire department. The fire department received 12,000 KN-95 masks to distribute to the public. The distribution took place drive-thru style as people were able to safely practice…

Boat explosion near Fort Bayou Launch

Smoke filled the air this afternoon in Ocean Springs from a boat explosion. This is video sent in by a viewer of heavy smoke coming from under the bridge near the Fort Bayou Launch. Fire officials say no injuries have…

Gulf Coast Monarchy gives out free meals

Instead of perfecting a hand-off, the Gulf Coast Monarchy took a break from virtual practices and meetings to hand out free lunches to kids in the community. The women’s tackle football team’s inaugural season may have been cancelled, but they’re…

Gulf Islands Waterpark is now open for the season

With the temperatures starting to rise as the summer months roll around, you can now cool off at Gulf Islands Waterpark. The waterpark opened Saturday for the first time this season. Their opening was delayed due to the coronavirus safety…

Pedestrian hit on Highway 49 in Gulfport

Early Sunday morning, Gulfport police responded to Highway 49 and Russell Boulevard after a vehicle hit a pedestrian. The victim was transported to a local area hospital and is listed in critical condition. News 25 will continue to update you…

Biloxi woman charged in witness tampering case

A woman accused of trying to avoid a police investigation and receiving payment for it has been arrested by Biloxi Police. Janay Brunetta Ward, 21, of Biloxi was arrested Sunday on a warrant charging her with…

D’Iberville High Class of 2020 graduates at the Coast Coliseum

For many graduates the year they’ve been looking forward to is panning out a little differently than expected. But for graduating seniors of D’Iberville High School, despite the global pandemic, this school is determined to make sure these seniors have…