Harrison County

Harrison County solid waste agreement

Today the Harrison County Utility Authority was set to possibly take a vote on whether the City of Gulfport can withdraw from the solid waste contract. That vote was tabled for Thursday. In June, the Harrison County Utility Authority Board…

Officer involved shooting in Harrison County

A Harrison County Sheriff’s Department deputy has been shot and injured, but his injuries do not appear to be life threatening. It happened after 11 am today about a quarter mile south of the intersection at Highway 605 and Highway…

Harrison County teachers learn a lesson ahead of school year

Harrison County teachers and principals did a little learning themselves before heading into the new school year. “Teach the stuff and cut the fluff” is what Dr. Anita Archer told these educators as she shared her effective teaching strategies. Dr.…

Couple escapes overnight house fire in Harrison County

Two people escape from their burning home overnight in Harrison County and their trailer is a complete loss. News 25’s Laurene Callander has more. You could still see smoke billowing from the home off of Diamond Road in Harrison County…

Harrison County Fair Donation recipient

The Harrison County Fair attracts thousands of people each year. Now, it aims to raise thousands of dollars for a local organization. In addition to carnival games, thrilling rides and tasty treats, the fair will now feature a five day…

Emergency crews rescue a child trapped in car in Harrison County

Standing water is still sitting on roads around the Coast from today’s torrential rainfall causing a flash flood warning throughout Harrison County. Authorities say hydroplaning was most likely what caused a vehicle to smash into a pole on Highway 49…

Entertainment lineup announced for 2017 Harrison County Fair

Organizers say the 2017 Harrison County Fair will come back even bigger and better with some hits from last year, a few new additions, and a long lineup of free live entertainment. This year’s fair will run September 6th through…

Post Fourth of July debris strewn along beaches in Harrison County

Clean up along Harrison County beaches started early this morning after beachgoers shooting fireworks and celebrating the Fourth of July left trash behind. Leftover fireworks, boxes, cans and more were scattered along parts of the beach in Gulfport and Biloxi,…

Honoring Harrison County Law Enforcement

This morning, deputies with the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office received a unique award for their time dedicated to service. Officers were given pins they can show off on their uniforms which indicate how long they’ve been with the department. Around…

Hero’s praise in Harrison County

After nearly sacrificing his life to stop an armed robbery, Gulfport resident Damon Scott was officially honored as a hero. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department held a ceremony to honor Scott this morning. Heroes don’t always wear capes. Gulfport resident…

Solid waste agreement in Harrison County

The Harrison County Utility Authority Board voted for Team Waste in a six year contract to provide garbage and recycling services to residents. One major change for the 43,000 units in Harrison County is that Team Waste will only be…

Flood waters receding in Harrison County

Rivers in Harrison County were at their highest point on Wednesday, flooding streets and neighborhoods. Today we’re beginning to see them recede just a little bit, enough for some residents to begin moving furniture back into their homes. Rivers in…

Flood waters starting to recede in Harrison County

We are beginning to see some of the rivers in Harrison County start to recede. Today, a few residents throughout the county were able to begin moving furniture and vehicles back into their homes. News 25’s Taylor Rubach tells us…

Two in custody after standoff in Harrison County

Two people are arrested after a standoff with Harrison County deputies shortly after noon today. Sheriff Troy Peterson says deputies were serving an ex parte order for a custody hearing to a home on Firetower Road when 32-year-old Terry Ladner…

BREAKING: Shots Fired Out Of Harrison County

BREAKING: We're following breaking news of shots fired out of Harrison County. What we know so far is there is a man with a gun on a bus off Firetower Road. He threatened that kids are on the bus with…

Sand bags available in Harrison County

With the severe weather we should be experiencing throughout the week, sand bags are available to Mississippi residents at several Harrison County locations. Sand, shovels, and bags are available at 14 different locations to residents throughout the rest of the…

Self Serve Sand Bag Locations in Harrison County

These are Locations of Self Serve Sand Bag Locations throughout Harrison County: Harrison County Locations: Lorraine Road Work Center –Hwy 605, Gulfport Woolmarket Work Center-Hwy 67 Diberville Work Center-1st Ave/Rodriguez Street, Diberville North Gulfport Work Center-Gulfport Lyman Work Center-County Farm…

Overnight apartment fire in Harrison County

An apartment duplex is left severely damaged after a stove top was left on and caused a massive blaze. Fire units with the Harrison County Fire Service, Lizana, and Gulfport Fire Department, as well as AMR responded to the scene.…

New details in Harrison County shooting death

New details in the shooting that took place Sunday night in Harrison County. The charges against 19-year-old David Ryals have been upgraded from aggravated assault to murder after the victim, 21-year-old Blake Carroll, died of his injuries at the hospital.…