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Last Kmart on the Coast shutting down

The last local Kmart will soon be closing its door permanently. This morning, employees at the Kmart located on Highway 49 learned that the store will soon be closing. The store is expected to close in late March and liquidation…

Setting New Year’s goals early

You’ve probably heard the saying ‘new year, new me.’ Well, one local gym wants to help you make that line a reality in 2019. Every year gyms see an influx of members signing up around the New Year. People are…

Staying safe on the road

As rainfall continues to increase, so does the likelihood of hazards in the roadway. The Gulf Coast has seen over three inches of rain since Thursday with two to three more inches expected through the start of the new year.…

Arrested for armed robbery

The Biloxi Police Department arrested 26-year-old Darren Andrew Stevens of Biloxi on a charge of armed robbery. The arrest is the result of an investigation into an armed robbery reported at the BP Country Store located on Shriners Blvd in…

Suspect arrested in Family Market armed robbery

An arrest has been made in connection with last night’s armed robbery at the Family Market Service Station in Gulfport. Eighteen-year-old Dalize Nutall has been charged with one count of armed robbery after authorities connected him with a previously reported…

Ride in the New Year

This weekend you have the chance to ride in the New Year at South Mississippi Off Road and RV Park. Gates opened Thursday for the three day long celebration and the fun will last until Saturday night. The weekend will…

Lynn Meadows ‘Countdown to Noon’

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center in Gulfport will be counting down to noon on Monday to celebrate the New Year. This countdown will have lots going on like a DJ with music, noise maker crafts, dancing, snacks, and karaoke. Lynn Meadows…

Wet roads cause dangerous conditions

Earlier this morning around 5:30, one vehicle hydroplaned on Highway 49 near the Walmart Supercenter and the Red Roof Inn causing a crash. No one was injured in this accident either, but it does go to show the dangers of…

Slick road conditions on the Coast

In Harrison County, slick roads seemed to be the biggest weather related problem. Just before 10 a.m., a vehicle slide into a ditch right across from our News 25 studio, facing south bound once it came to a stop. There…

Staying safe during wet weather conditions

As we are keeping an eye out for flash flooding and thunderstorms in our area it is important to remember to put your safety first during these conditions. Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy says he and his team…

Armed robbery at Family Market in Harrison County

Police are searching for a suspect involved in an armed robbery in Harrison County. Around 7 o’clock, police were called to Family Market on Canal Road. This happened after the owner of the convenience store and gas station was robbed…

Shooting fireworks for the New Year

Christmas celebrations are transitioning to New Year’s celebrations and that means many residents will be shooting off fireworks next week. Soon the night sky across South Mississippi will be lit up with fireworks as New Year’s celebrations ring in 2019.…

Witnesses help family in car crash near Three Rivers Road

All across the Coast the wet weather made for some dangerous driving conditions. One of many car wrecks that occurred today happened on Three Rivers Road and Hidden Oaks Drive. News 25 spoke to eyewitnesses at the scene who sprang…

Aldi terminates land contract in Ocean Springs

Just two months ago, a new grocery store, Aldi, was announced in Ocean Springs. Now, they’re hitting a roadblock with those plans. News 25 spoke with Ocean Springs Alderman Ken Papania and he says Aldi has terminated the contract on…

New Year’s Eve Checkpoints

Biloxi police are cracking down on intoxicated drivers this New Year’s Eve. Checkpoints will be set up throughout the city the night of New Year’s Eve and this weekend leading up to it. Biloxi PD will not only check to…

Toy Safety Tips

Santa has come and gone now, meaning kids received new toys to play with. However, parents should keep a close eye on children with certain gifts. There’s nothing like waking up on Christmas morning to new toys and gifts. However,…

Tips for making holiday returns at Gulfport Premium Outlets

It’s the day after Christmas and we all know it’s the thought that counts, but some of you might be thinking about making some returns and exchanges on the gifts you received. If you received any presents from Gulfport Premium…

Christmas for animals at IMMS

All around the Gulf Coast children were opening their presents with joy yesterday morning and the animals at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies were no different. News 25 visited IMMS to see how their Christmas festivities went for the…

Suspect wanted for armed robbery

The search is on for a man who robbed a convenience store this morning in the Woolmarket area, right off Interstate 10 on Shriner’s Boulevard. According to Biloxi police, the man pointed a gun at the cashier and demanded money.…

Rebuilding the Gulf Coast Rescue Mission

Blindsided by a fire over two years ago, the Gulf Coast Rescue Mission is about to break ground on the first phase of their rebuild. It’s now been over two years since a fire burned down the main building and…