Lyman Elementary PE coach creates closet for needy kids
A teacher who saw a need in her school is now changing lives one jacket or pair of shoes at a time. Tiffany Murray has been a PE coach at Lyman Elementary for a little over a year now and…
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'Close the Gap' Campaign at Salvation Army
The numbers are in and for the Gulf Coast Salvation Army they aren’t seeing the funds they hope for from their Red Kettle Campaign. In fact, they are facing a deficit of about $66,000. They think this is due in…
Prescribed burn happening Tuesday afternoon on Deer Island
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources say a prescribed burn is being conducted on Deer Island this afternoon, Tuesday, January 7, 2020. The burn began sometime between 10 a.m. and noon and is expected to last for the…
19 Year old arrested for armed robbery at Hardee's
Pascagoula Police arrested 19 year old Travis Jones for armed robbery at the Hardee's on Denny avenue this morning. Police say they received reports of a man with a gun and found Jones holding a 9mm firearm. Jones attempted o…
American Red Cross says there is a "critical need for blood." Here's how you can help.
The American Red Cross currently has a critical need for blood donors of all blood types — especially type O — and platelet donors to make an appointment now to give and help replenish the blood supply after the holiday…
Foretold 'uprising' hits cash-starved Mississippi prisons
By JEFF AMY and EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Prison officials in Mississippi long ago warned that they needed money to hire more guards and pay them better or else the state's prison system could experience…
Mississippi District Attorney leaves murder case after multiple trials
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A Mississippi prosecutor says he won't decide whether to try a man a seventh time in a quadruple murder case. District Attorney Doug Evans filed a court order Monday recusing…
Mississippi Medicaid director staying in new administration
By Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The incoming governor of Mississippi says he will keep the state's Medicaid director. Republican Tate Reeves made the announcement Monday. Drew Snyder has been in charge of Medicaid for the past two years…
Trump Qualifies for March 10 Primary Ballot in Mississippi
By Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — President Donald Trump's campaign has filed paperwork for him to appear on the March 10 Republican primary ballot in Mississippi. The qualifying papers and a $2,500 check were filed Monday at the state Republican headquarters…
New local business set to open in Ocean Springs
There’s a new local business on the block in Downtown Ocean Springs. The Rooftop Taco and Tequila Bar officially opens its door just time for Taco Tuesday tomorrow. Plans to open the business were in the works most of last…
West Harrison band members reflect on the Rose Parade
It was an extra special Christmas break for members of the West Harrison High School band. The hurricane band made the trip out to Pasadena, California last week to perform in the 131st Rose Parade. If anyone wants to question…
King Cake Contest kicks off today
It is official! The King Cake Contest is well underway. That means everyday starting now those visiting the Ocean Springs area can stop by the Visitor’s Center for a piece of king cake. Local businesses submit cake, not only for…
Donate to a Buddy Bag
While you are out shopping for your own hygiene products this month grab an extra tube of toothpaste or mouthwash to give back to a child in need. Buddy Bags of Mississippi and Rouses Market have teamed up on a…
Harrison County officials swearing in ceremony
Harrison County officials elected during the 2019 election took their oath of office today at a swearing in ceremony. Many with family behind them for support said the words and promised to be faithful to their new positions “so help…
King Cake Contest in Ocean Springs
It’s officially Mardi Gras season on the Gulf Coast and Ocean Springs is ready with its annual King Cake Contest. News 25’s Victoria Bailey has more.
Twelfth Night Celebration
One Biloxi tradition rolled through downtown Sunday night to kick off a season of fun on the Gulf Coast. Let the good times roll, Biloxi! The eighth annual celebration of the Twelfth Night kicked off by mingling with carnival royalty,…
Fresh face for the Harrison County Board of Supervisors
A new supervisor for Harrison County took her oath today for District 2. Rebecca Powers has been on the Coast since 1996 and says her long time residence on the Coast is what gave her the incentive to run. She…
96-year-old veteran runs Coast to Coast
Here is a story that will inspire you to stick to your New Year’s Resolutions. A World War II veteran, nearly a century old, is seeing the country on foot. 4.72 miles: that’s how far 96-year-old World War II Navy…
National Cemetery wreath pick-up
Volunteers made their way to Biloxi National Cemetery early on Saturday to honor those who gave back to their country. Nearly 22,000 wreaths were collected from graves by volunteers and loaded into trucks where they will be stored and used…
Mardi Gras festivities are ready to roll into Ocean Springs
Beginning this week, the Ocean Springs Visitor Center as part of the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau will start its annual King Cake Contest where visitors will have the chance to learn more about the season in a…
Four indicted in Biloxi officer’s death
There are new developments in the murder case of Biloxi Police Officer Robert McKeithen. Four teenagers have been indicted for allegedly helping Darian Atkinson escape after he ambushed the officer in May. In December, a grand jury indicted 19-year-old Atkinson…
Mardi Gras 2020 Parade Schedule
Here is the parade schedule for the 2020 Mardi Gras season! Friday, February 21, 2020 7:00 PM, Ocean Springs - Annual Ocean Springs Carnival Association Mardi Gras Night Parade Saturday, February 22, 2020 1:00 PM, Pascagoula - Annual Jackson County…
DMR to conduct prescribed burn on Deer Island Tuesday
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources will conduct a prescribed burn on the DIMR-1 of the Deer Island Preserve on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2020. Depending on weather conditions, the burn will begin between 10 a.m. and noon and…
Fire breaks out at Ravenwood Apartments in Gulfport
An investigation continues today into a weekend fire that broke out at a Gulfport apartment complex. Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt says around 8 p.m. a fire broke out at Ravenwood Apartments on Pass Road. Eight units from Gulfport Fire…