Volunteers needed for 2023 Aviation Summer Camp in Gulfport
A museum in Gulfport wants to help your children soar to new heights this summer. The 2023 Aviation Summer Camp takes flight this coming Monday. The Mississippi…
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Lifeguard shortage impacting Kroc Center in Biloxi
The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi is staying afloat during a national lifeguard crisis. The Kroc Center indoor aquatic facility is coming out of a rough spring season…
Mississippi Power prepares for 2023 Hurricane Season
Today is not only the start of June, but also the kick off of the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Now is the time to make sure you are prepared…
Man convicted of second-degree murder
A jury convicted a Jackson County man of second-degree murder in the killing of his former girlfriend during a domestic violence attack. Terrance McNaughton was sentenced to 40 years in prison…
Governor Reeves Announces Treasury Award for RESTORE Project on Gulf Coast
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced that the U.S. Department of the Treasury has issued a grant award for a Mississippi Restore Project. The project was initially approved by Governor Reeves and will support infrastructure upgrades on the Gulf…
Man convicted of raping, murdering Ja'Naya Thompson again denied appeal
The state Supreme Court has denied a second post-conviction relief to a Gulfport man convicted in the rape and murder of a 5-year-old girl in 2014. Alberto Garcia was sentenced to death in 2017 after confessing to raping and hanging…
Don’t Forget National Donut Day: Dunkin’ offering FREE donuts on Friday, June 2
BILOXI, MS (May 31, 2023) – America runs on Dunkin’® and this National Donut Day, America runs on free donuts. On Friday, June 2, Dunkin’ die-hards and donut fans can enjoy a free classic donut of their choice, with any beverage purchase.…
Man shoots himself during traffic stop in Picayune
Today at about 4:39 pm Picayune officers conducted a traffic stop on for a traffic violation. The driver pulled into a business on Hwy 11 near Mitchell St. Before the officer approached, the driver shot himself. The officer immediately advised…
Congressman Mike Ezell speaks on debt ceiling plan
The House of Representatives has officially passed the debt ceiling plan put forth by President Biden and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. Congressman Ezell confirmed that he…
Jeepin the Coast is back in South Mississippi
Rubber duckies are in abundance in South Mississippi as Jeepin the Coast hosted a kick off party in Pass Christian. Jeepers were moving and grooving to live music,…
Gulfport High Class of 2023 walks across the stage
The Gulfport High School Class of 2023 finally walked across the stage. As the procession began, the graduates couldn’t keep a smile off their faces as they…
Jeepin the Coast returns to South Mississippi
Jeepin the Coast is back this week with registration happening today. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is in Long Beach with more on the annual Mississippi Coast event.
Post office in Biloxi dedicated in honor of Fallen Officer Robert McKeithen
He was killed in 2019 outside of the Biloxi Police Department, now fallen Officer Robert McKeithen will be forever remembered and honored. Officer McKeithen…
Seniors gather at Biloxi Civic Center for dance party and competition
It’s time to put on your boogie shoes because the seniors have officially hit the dance floor! Hundreds of senior citizens from Harrison County gathered…
Twin stingrays born at Mississippi Aquarium
It was an exciting day at the Mississippi Aquarium as they added two new members to their family. A little less than a year ago, the aquarium noticed one of…
DMR offering boat and water safety course
As we approach summer, you are likely to see more and more people out enjoying the water. It is a state law that anybody born after June 30th, 1980…
Jackson County School District welcomes new superintendent
Last Friday, the Jackson County School District appointed David Baggett as its new superintendent of schools. Baggett, who is currently serving as the assistant superintendent, will officially assume his…
Mike Pence to launch campaign for president in Iowa June 7
NEW YORK (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence will officially launch his widely expected campaign for the Republican nomination for president in Iowa next week, adding another candidate to the growing GOP field and putting him in direct competition with his former boss.…
Mississippi Highway Patrol holiday enforcement numbers
Mississippi Highway Patrol was busy over the Memorial Holiday Weekend. There were nearly 9,000 citations and 170 arrests for impaired driving across Mississippi in the five-day enforcement period. A total…
Beau Rivage relinquishes naming rights of MGM Park to City of Biloxi
The Biloxi Shuckers baseball stadium might be donning a new name in the future. Beau Rivage is giving the name rights to MGM Park…
Campaign sign change proposed in City of Biloxi
Community Developments is planning to bring forth an ordinance change at next week’s Biloxi City Council meeting. They will be asking for the city to follow the state’s…
Biloxi City Council hosts workshop on ordinances for special events
The Biloxi City Council is still working out what ordinances it needs to implement to keep locals safe during special events. The Biloxi City Council called…
Treasury Department announces approval of federal funds to connect Mississippi Homes and Businesses to affordable, high-Speed Internet
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the approval of $151.5 million for high-speed internet projects in Mississippi under the American Rescue Plan’s Capital Projects Fund. A key priority of the CPF program is making funding available…
Local woman competing for Miss Mississippi
A local resident is gearing up for an exciting weekend as she competes in the prestigious Miss Mississippi competition. Katelyn Perry, a resident of Gulfport, is heading to Vicksburg this…