Fun for the whole family this Labor Day at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Aquarium
Trying to reel in some family fun this Labor Day? Well, fish no further. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is at the Mississippi Aquarium with more.
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Greene County Sheriff’s Office searching for missing teen Hannah Beard
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your assistance in locating 16-year-old juvenile Hannah Olivia Beard. According to reports, Hannah was last seen Saturday evening, September 5th at 10 p.m. Hannah is described as having green eyes, brown hair, and…
MDEQ lifts Beach Water Contact Advisory in Gulfport
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted a water contact advisory Monday for Station 11 (Gulfport East Beach). Water samples at this station show the area has attained acceptable bacteria levels. There are currently no…
Destroyer Delbert D. Black (DDG 119) Sails Away from Ingalls Shipbuilding
PASCAGOULA, Miss., Sept. 04, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Destroyer Delbert D. Black departed from Huntington Ingalls Industries’ Ingalls Shipbuilding division today, sailing to its homeport in Mayport, Florida. “Our shipbuilders have done an excellent job throughout the construction of Delbert D. Black preparing the…
Labor Day gas prices are at their lowest since 2004
If you’re traveling on the road this Labor Day Weekend, gas prices are set to be the lowest since 2004, according to Gas Buddy. The company predicts a national average of $2.19 per gallon down nearly 37 cents from last…
COVID-19 travel tips for Labor Day Weekend
After months of staying home, many Americans will be traveling this holiday weekend as they enjoy the final days of summer. However, since we are still in the middle of a pandemic, there are things you can do to make…
Hillyer House celebrates 50th anniversary
The Hillyer House of Ocean Springs celebrated its 50th anniversary in very colorful fashion this afternoon. Artist Jerry Spear revealed his 100th piece art installation entitled ‘Vision’ during an unveiling ceremony at the art shop. It was the first time…
Chuck Bond Memorial Run for Roses
A new event is blossoming at Beauvoir this Saturday. They are hosting their inaugural Chuck Bond Memorial Run for Roses. This is a ride that is approximately 60 miles starting at Beauvoir and coming back. They will have stops in…
CASA expands into Stone County
Court Appointed Special Advocates, also known as CASA, have advocated for more than 2,000 children in 659 cases in Harrison County since the first case was handled by the group back in 2011. Now CASA’s scope of influence will be…
Goodwill Store now open on Highway 49 in Gulfport
Today was the official grand opening of the Goodwill Store of South Mississippi on Highway 49 in Gulfport. The opening kicked off with a ribbon cutting ceremony while customers lined up all morning to await the event. The first 50…
Free fireworks show tonight at Harrah’s Gulf Coast and the Blind Tiger
If you’re staying here at home this weekend, Harrah’s Gulf Coast and the Blind Tiger Biloxi Beach have partnered up to bring a free fireworks show to Biloxi tonight. You can arrive as early as 6 p.m., but the show…
Betting on the Kentucky Derby at the Palace Casino
Business is picking up at the Palace Casino in Biloxi for Derby Day tomorrow. Bettors are placing their bets on the big race Saturday at the Contact Sports and Race Book. The Run for the Roses tends to bring new…
City of D’Iberville collecting supplies for Hurricane Laura victims
Mississippians are familiar with the grueling restoration efforts after a hurricane and how beneficial outside aid can be. The City of D’Iberville is asking for your help to assist them in aiding Hurricane Laura victims. Their goal is to fill…
MDEQ lifts one Beach Water Contact Advisory and issues one
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted a water contact advisory Friday for Station 12A (Biloxi West Central Beach). Water samples at this stations show the area has attained acceptable bacteria levels. An advisory is…
Rally at Harrison County Confederate Monument
Opponents and supporters of the Confederate monument at the Harrison County Courthouse in Gulfport met there once again this evening as they continue to advocate for either relocating the monument or keeping it in its current location. Heated arguments flared…
Driftwood Art Gallery at Pascagoula River Audubon Center
Earlier this evening, the Pascagoula River Audubon Center held an artist reception and gallery opening for Pascagoula artist Pete Floyd. As a seventh generation commercial fisherman, Floyd draws inspiration from always being on the water. Floyd says he has always…
Gautier Police K-9 Justice enters retirement
After six years of service with the Gautier Police Department, K-9 Justice is finally getting some well-deserved rest. The Gautier Police Department announced Wednesday that Justice will be retiring from service. Justice’s partner, Captain David Bever, says the nine-year-old dog…
Goodwill of South Mississippi grand opening tomorrow in Gulfport
The largest Goodwill in southeast Mississippi will have their long awaited grand opening tomorrow. With 60,000 square feet of shopping opportunity, the staff of Goodwill South Mississippi is looking forward to opening their doors at the location on Highway 49…
Jackson-George Regional Library System reopened to the public
All branch libraries of the Jackson-George Regional Library System are open to the public as of yesterday. After being virtual since March, the branch libraries are operating, but with some restrictions. Library services will be offered by appointment only and…
Historic Downtown Biloxi Walking Tour: Old Biloxi Library
If you’re looking for something to do during the pandemic you might want to consider taking a stroll on the historic Downtown Biloxi Walking Tour. In our new segment, Live Local, News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is highlighting a new stop…
Scarlet Pearl Casino unveils the Orchid Room
The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort is upping the ante once again. News 25’s Toni Miles gives us a sneak peek at the D’Iberville Casino’s latest addition, the Orchid Room- Gaming Elevated, set to open Sunday exclusively only to special customers.…
MDEQ lifts three Beach Water Contact Advisories and issues one; One other in effect
(Jackson, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, lifted three water contact advisories Thursday for Station 6 (Pass Christian Central Beach), Station 7 (Pass Christian East Beach), and Station 11A (Edgewater Beach). Water samples…
Confederate statue protest at Harrison County Courthouse
People are gathering this evening at the Harrison County Courthouse in Gulfport to protest the presence of the Confederate monument there. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more.
Harrison County preparing beach for Labor Day Weekend
If you plan on soaking up some sun and enjoying the beach over the Labor Day Weekend, Harrison County Sand Beach Director Chuck Loftis wants to remind everyone to be mindful of social distancing while you relax. Loftis tells News…