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Mega Millions winning numbers for April 10th, 2020
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The faithful gather at Biloxi Nativity BVM Cathedral and online to observe Stations of the Cross
The annual Stations of the Cross had limited attendance this year due to COVID-19 gathering guidelines, but News 25’s Toni Miles takes us behind the scenes as the faithful observed this year’s Stations of the Cross at noon today at…
Dickey’s Barbecue teaming up with community members to give back to medical staff
Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is teaming up with members of the community to serve the brave men and women of the medical field who are helping COVID-19 patients. You can help Dickey’s Barbecue say thanks to the medical community by joining…
Our Lady of Fatima hosting virtual Easter Egg hunt
Your Easter plans may have changed this year, but Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School has found a safe and fun way to celebrate that includes the entire family. There will be a virtual Easter egg hunt with an interesting…
Coming next week: Automatic Economic Impact Payments begin
Coming next week: Automatic payments begin Eligible taxpayers who filed tax returns for either 2019 or 2018 and chose direct deposit of their refund will automatically receive an Economic Impact Payment of up to $1,200 for individuals or $2,400 for…
Treasury, IRS launch new tool to help non-filers register for Economic Impact Payments
WASHINGTON – To help millions of people, the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today launched a new web tool allowing quick registration for Economic Impact Payments for those who don’t normally file a tax return. The non-filer tool, developed in…
Marine Resources extends expiration date on commercial fishing licenses
The Commission on Marine Resources decided Friday to suspend the April 30, 2020, expiration date of commercial licenses and extend the expiration date to May 31, 2020, for commercial licenses. Applicants are still able to obtain commercial licenses by mailing…
Health Department: Mississippi COVID-19 cases near 2,500 mark; 82 deaths reported
The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) is reporting 209 new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 2,469 MSDH also reported 6 new deaths on April 9 as a result of coronavirus, bringing the death toll 82. In…
Report: Mississippi has the 5th largest increase in unemployment due to COVID-19
With the U.S. experiencing an extremely high number of initial unemployment claims, WalletHub today released updated rankings for the States with the Biggest Increases in Unemployment Due to Coronavirus. To identify which states have experienced the largest unemployment increases, WalletHub…
Statewide burn ban in effect amid COVID-19 crisis
At the request and advice of the Mississippi Forestry Commission, Gov. Tate Reeves has signed a proclamation initiating a statewide burn ban, with no exemptions, effective immediately. The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice. “The COVID-19 pandemic…
Gulfport offers online permitting process
The City of Gulfport is now offering online permitting applications through the Urban Development Department to allow for social distancing due to COVID-19. Submissions must meet the following requirements: Fully complete the necessary application Common applications, their fees, and instructions…
Biloxi Firefighters to receive hazard pay during COVID-19 crisis
Biloxi firefighters are now receiving hazard pay in the midst of the Coronavirus outbreak. On Monday morning, Mayor FoFo Gilich approved the emergency work premium pay to all essential personnel. Employees like law enforcement or firefighters will receive one half…
More auto insurance companies offering refunds
More auto insurance companies are offering customers refunds. Big name insurance companies are following the lead of Allstate which announced $600 million in refunds to its customers earlier this week. Now, Progressive customers will be credited 20 percent of their…
Warmer temperatures will not prevent COVID-19
Many people think that warm weather will kill the Coronavirus, but the World Health Organization says otherwise. Exposing yourself to the sun or to warm weather does not prevent the Coronavirus disease. WHO says you can catch COVID-19 no matter…
From sunrise to online: Easter Sunday church services are alive and well this weekend
Easter Sunday, the hallmark holiday for those of the Christian faith, celebrated for centuries. The COVID-19 outbreak has forced a change in the way churches are celebrating this special day of resurrection and new life. Westminster Presbyterian Pastor Will Shurley…
Saucier Elementary teachers send a heartful messages to students
The teachers of Saucier Elementary are sending their love this week using the entire color wheel. The teachers left personal messages for their students during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic. All Mississippi schools are currently closed through April 17th as a…
What to do about gym memberships during COVID-19 outbreak
Your favorite place to workout may be closed during this time, but what are gyms doing about those monthly fees? The Mississippi Gulf Coast YMCA encourages members to continue paying their dues right now if they can, but will not…
Businesses in Wiggins adjust to COVID-19 regulations
There are only five reported cases of COVID-19 in Stone County currently, but businesses are still having to alter their operations or close down entirely as a result of emergency regulations. It’s been quite the adjustment for the owners of…
IP Casino Resort Spa to remain closed until further notice
In compliance with orders from the Mississippi Gaming Commission, IP Casino Resort Spa will remain closed until further notice. The following updates have been made regarding the continued closure: • All April and May events and offers have been canceled…
Bank resources and updates for Coast residents during COVID-19 pandemic
The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce provides the community with the resources needed to navigate this new normal. This includes new financial challenges that many people may be facing. Fortunately, your banking institutions have put in the leg work for…
Biloxi Public School District’s Music Education Program receives national recognition for the seventh year in a row
For the seventh year in a row, the Biloxi Public School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. Now in its 21st year, the…
Scarlet Pearl Casino shows love to the Coast community
‘Closed doors and open hearts,’ that’s the message the Scarlet Pearl Casino is sending to the community. Due to the Coronavirus outbreak, most of the country is shutdown including our Coast casinos, but that hasn’t stopped many of them from…
Property crimes down by 51 percent in the City of Biloxi
Despite dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s a decline in property crimes for the City of Biloxi. According to the Biloxi Police Department, there’s a 51 percent drop in property crimes compared to this time last year and the decrease…