The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is still holding its summer camp amidst the coronavirus pandemic, giving kids a chance to do some in-person learning once again. The annual summer camp is for all kids ages six all the way…
One man was sent to the hospital today following a motorcycle accident in Harrison County. The incident occurred shortly after noon today after the motorcycle the man was riding swerved to avoid a vehicle that pulled out in front of…
The Coast Coliseum is setting the stage for VIPs and as News 25’s Toni Miles explains you could be one of them come December. The Coast Coliseum has already played host to the president and now they’re setting the stage…
Hiller Park in Biloxi got a new garden today that will bring life to the area. The Mississippi Urban Forest Council dedicated a newly established pollinator garden this morning at 10 a.m. The 1,400 square foot garden, which is situated…
This morning, more than 500 pounds of non-perishable food items was donated to the Long Beach Community Food Pantry. Thanks to the efforts of the nonprofit organization ‘School of Athens’ and Long Beach Girl Scout Troop 4625 for collecting the…
As COVID-19 cases continue to climb so does the need for testing. That’s why Feed my Sheep hosted their third free COVID-19 testing clinic today. Feed my Sheep has gone above and beyond during this pandemic, making sure everyone in…
Starting Monday July 13, 2020, the City of Gulfport, along with Utility Partners, LLC and Waste Pro, will begin a city-wide project to pick up debris placed on the sides of streets and alleys. The City and its contractors will…
Biloxi police have made an arrest in the July 3rd shooting that happened at the Super 8 motel on Beach Boulevard that left one man dead. Twenty-nine year-old Eddie Brown of New Orleans is being charged with first-degree murder, armed…
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Billie Herder, of Gulfport, MS. Herder is described to police officers as a white female, 53 years old, she is 5’01” and 190 lbs. Herder was…
Visiting Pets of South Mississippi is a group of owners and pet teams visiting people who are in hospitals, nursing homes, and hospice care. To become a pet team, you must get registered through Pet Partners. There is a one-time…
Gulfport Behavioral Health System is expanding its inpatient and outpatient services with refinement of its addiction therapy that has a new gambling addiction track and the addition of a mental health trauma track. The addition of a specific gambling addiction…
As the far-reaching effects of COVID-19 continue to spread, Mercy Housing and Human development is doing what it always has, standing in the gap between South Mississippi residents and loss. Mercy Housing and Human Development has actually kept some homes…
Gulfport police are investigating the death of a man found in the middle of the road this morning. At 1:17 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the area of Michigan Avenue and Monroe Street in reference to a possible…
Mask mandates have now been issued in 13 counties across the state including Harrison and Jackson counties. Governor Tate Reeves announced the mask mandates will go into effect on Monday, July 13th. He also mentioned that gatherings will now be…
Experts are moving forward to remove skeletal remains near Highway 90 that were discovered in 2018 during construction for a water line. This is a $25 million project federally funded by FEMA. Through ground penetrating radar, researchers believe there are…
A little after midnight, a fire erupted at an abandoned car wash in Gulfport. More than 10 emergency vehicles including Gulfport fire and police responded to the flames on the corner of Highway 49 and Creosote Road. The fire is…
Jobs for qualified applicants are available now in Harrison County with the Mississippi State University Extension Service Early Head Start program. With locations in Gulfport, Biloxi and D’Iberville, the Head Start program needs preschool teachers, assistant teachers, bus drivers, custodians,…
Like most cities, Gulfport is looking to bounce back economically after COVID-19 shutdowns. Gulfport Economic Development Director David Parker says: "We've had a little bit of a slow down, but everyone has, and we hope that everything will continue the…
If tourism numbers are any indication, it appears Coastal Mississippi’s message is coming across loud and clear - a promise of health and safety - a vow tourism leaders are urging everyone in our area to lend a hand with. News…
Part of HWY 90 will be closed near the Biloxi City Cemetery as experts are moving forward to remove skeletal remains that were discovered in 2018 during construction for a water line. The right-hand, westbound lane will be closed from…
One customer’s act of kindness at Taco Sombrero in Gulfport inspired 78 other drivers to pay it forward. Taco Sombrero Drive-Thru Cashier Makenna Morgan said, “At first, we were kind of shocked. We thought it would just be five cars…
As COVID-19 cases continue to climb, so does the need for testing. News 25’s Toni Miles shows us what two local nonprofits are doing to help stop the spread of the virus. Since Katrina, Feed my Sheep in Gulfport has…
Times of economic and psychological stress at home as well as isolation are drivers for domestic violence. During the coronavirus lock downs, there was an increase in the number of calls for domestic violence and an increase in the number…
One man is in custody following a hostage situation in Harrison County this afternoon. The incident took place at a trailer park off of Canal Road near Long Beach. Multiple agencies responded to the incident, including the Harrison County Sheriff’s…