Fireworks on Harrison County Beaches...What You Need to Know
Harrison County allows fireworks on the beach, but there are a few things to remember.
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Fourth of July celebration in Ocean Springs
If you’re looking for a place to celebrate Independence Day, Ocean Springs is the place to be. The city’s annual fireworks display takes place Wednesday, July 3rd. Fireworks will be launched from a barge in the water near Fort Maurepas…
Local mayors representing the Coast at annual meeting in Hawaii
Mayors from across the United States, including two of our Coast mayors, joined together in Honolulu, Hawaii, over the weekend for the 87th annual U.S. Conference of Mayors Meeting. Biloxi Mayor ‘FoFo’ Gilich and Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes were among…
Staying safe on the water
We are just days away from the Fourth of July. Many people who live on the Coast are planning to spend their holiday out on the water, but while you are having fun, it’s important that you stay safe. In…
Coastfest Car Show at Beauvoir
Beauvoir in Biloxi is ‘revving’ up for the second annual Coastfest Car Show during the Fourth of July weekend. Saturday, July 6th, this year’s event will be bigger and better with vendors, live music, and an awesome selection of cars.…
Governor Bryant announces space initiatives
Today, Governor Phil Bryant made his way down to Infinity Science Center to make some big announcements. A new economic development initiative and space directive were both announced as Mississippi continues to assist in space exploration. The road to space…
Construction begins on third Navy berthing barge at VT Halter Marine
VT Halter Marine has started construction on the third auxiliary personnel lighter, a new class of berthing barges commissioned by the U.S. Naval Sea Systems Command. VT Halter Marine received a $77.9 million contract to design and build two firm…
Vigil held for 17-year-old drowning victim
Hundreds of people came together to remember Carson Hall. Family members, friends, and classmates gathered on the football field at Sacred Heart Catholic School Sunday. They released lanterns in honor of the 17-year-old, a recent graduate of the school.
Hattiesburg teenager drowns near Ship Island
A tragic day on the water this weekend after a seventeen-year-old Hattiesburg boy drowned in the Mississippi Sound. It happened early Saturday afternoon after the teenager, Carson Hall, jumped off the boat he was on, landing stomach first in the…
Five hour standoff ends with no injuries in Pass Christian
We now know what happened in a stand-off today that lasted more than five hours. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is on the scene where everything unfolded.
Wayward Kraken Art Show
Local artists and vendors had the opportunity to showcase and sell their work in Biloxi. Paintings, pottery, and pop-culture themed t-shirts were just some of the items for sale at the Wayward Kraken Pub for their Kraken Art Show. Members…
Thomas and Lundy family recognized in D’Iberville
One of the oldest Creole families in the area reunited this weekend for some family fun. The Thomas and Lundy families gathered in D’Iberville this weekend and family members of all ages enjoyed good food, music, and each other’s company.…
Biloxi celebrates its Third annual Pride Day on Coast
It may be the end of Pride Month, but members of the LGBTQ community on the Coast ended the month with a big celebration in Biloxi. The third annual Gulf Coast Pride Day was held on Saturday at Point Cadet…
Hometown Hero Day Sendoff
Members of the Mississippi Army National Guard received a big public sendoff on Saturday morning as they prepared to deploy overseas. Residents lined Highway 90 in Pascagoula and waved flags to show support for members of the 859th Engineer Company.…
Fireworks around the Coast
Here is a schedule of all the firework shows around the Coast this week! Wednesday, July 3rd: Ocean Springs: Fireworks and fun at Fort Maurepas Park and Front Beach. DJ will begin playing at 6 p.m. and fireworks start at…
Free/ reduced meal applications now open for Harrison County School District
Today is the start of online applications going live for free and reduced meals in the Harrison County School District. Even if your child received a free or reduced meal in the past, HCSD says you need to update and…
2nd Annual Beauvoir Coastfest Car Show This Saturday
2nd Annual Beauvoir Coastfest Car Show This Saturday
Pascagoula Gears up for July 4th Celebration
Pascagoula will be celebrating the 4th of July this Thursday. A barge will be set up just off the beach in Pascagoula and the show will kickoff around 8:40 PM.
Reminder: D’Iberville Testing Emergency Weather Sirens Monday at 11 AM
The City of D’Iberville will be performing a test of the emergency weather sirens on Monday, July 1, at 11:00 A.M.
Fireworks Safety for Protected South Mississippi Birds
Volunteers will be out in full force this July 4th holiday to make sure these federally protected birds are not disturbed during the holiday festivities.
17-Year-Old's Body Found After Drowning Near Ship Island
A tragic day on the water this weekend after a seventeen year old Hattiesburg man drowned in the Mississippi Sound.
New Mississippi Laws Taking Effect July 1
A few new laws taking effect on July 1st...teacher pay raise, schools required to have active-shooter drills and marriage licenses go up to $35.
Splashin’ the Coast is back
Over 250 swimmers from across the country are on the Gulf Coast this weekend. On your mark, get set, go. Splashin’ the Coast is back for the 11th year. Coach Jamie Lee said, “It is just an opportunity for us…
New mobile food vendor guidelines in Ocean Springs
New food truck regulations are introduced for the City of Ocean Springs. Today, city leaders gathered to present the new rules and policies to food truck owners as well as the community. During today’s meeting, the Planning and Grants Administrator…