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Community comes together for injured firefighter

On April 10th, Lieutenant Dan Kauppi, a member of the Gautier Fire Department, was severely injured in a car wreck and is currently in a coma. Members of Gautier’s community are still rallying for his recovery. Saturday, the American Legion…

Coca-Cola workers suspend strike

After 10 days of picketing, Coca-Cola employees in Ocean Springs suspended their strike. Union leaders for Teamster Local 991 have still not reached an agreement with Coca-Cola United, but a statement sent to News 25 by Teamster Local officials reads:…

Man speaks about alleged alien abduction in Pascagoula

A quick fishing trip after a hot October work day in 1973 changed a man’s life forever. Calvin Parker says he was abducted by aliens on the Pascagoula River. Now, 45 years later, he is ready to share the details…

Legislative luncheon

The casino industry has greatly shaped the Mississippi Gulf Coast and with sports betting on the rise, the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce chose to have the executive director of the Mississippi Gaming Commission speak at their legislative luncheon. Allen Godfrey…

Veterans Village in the works

Crusaders for Veterans is a local organization that’s on a mission to raise $75,000 to purchase land for their veterans transitional village. Those plans include a community center for educational courses, PTSD counseling, and group meetings as well as a…

Salvation Army family store one year anniversary

Today the Salvation Army celebrated a milestone in the life of their family store. The family store located in Gulfport has had its doors open for business for a year now and so the Salvation Army family celebrated the one…

New handicap beach access in Long Beach

There is a new and easier way for those with disabilities to enjoy the beaches in Long Beach. Today, Long Beach cut the ribbon on their wheel way handicap beach access. Ann Wright and her son Bert have been living…

Breaking ground on new fire station

This morning, the City of Biloxi broke ground on their newest fire station on Highway 67 near Hudson-Krohn Road. Station 10 will be a single engine outpost that will serve the northeastern portion of Biloxi. The new station will also…

Coca-Cola United Teamsters Strike Day 9

It’s been nine days since Coca-Cola United Teamsters 991 marched out of the Ocean Springs plant and went on strike. The bottling company released a new statement leaving strikers with a few remarks. “We’re not asking for much. We just…

Hurricane Camille memorial

Today marks the 49th anniversary of Hurricane Camille’s landfall on the Gulf Coast. This morning, a small group gathered to remember three women who died during the storm but were never identified. Forty-nine years ago, Hurricane Camille rocked the Gulf…

Fish fry fundraiser for Gautier fireman

On Saturday, Coast residents have the chance to help a fireman in need. Lt. Dan Kauppi was injured in a vehicle accident in April and has been receiving special treatment at Shephard Medical Center in Atlanta. A fish fry benefit…

First Responders Night at MGM Park

Shuckers fans showed their appreciation to those who protect and serve our community at First Responders Night at MGM Park. The Shuckers kicked off Thursday’s game with a first responders vehicle display on the north lawn, including fire trucks, police…

Craig Brumfield Art of Nature Exhibit

The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi was full of nature with an opening reception for Craig Brumfield’s exhibit. For more than 40 years, Craig Brumfield has made his artwork his passion. The Biloxi native loves to create marine…

St. Martin teenager charged with aggravated assault

A St. Martin teenager is in the Jackson County Adult Detention Center after allegedly shooting two men Thursday night. Sheriff Mike Ezell says deputies found one of the victims lying on the ground when they responded around 10:30 to Bridge…

Red snapper season closes today

It’s the final day of the red snapper season for recreational fishermen in Mississippi. The Department of Marine Resources is set to close things down at 11:59 tonight. Earlier this week, DMR officials announced that their reporting system indicates anglers…

Seymour Law Firm gives legal advice

Tina Seymour-Demoran owns Seymour Law Firm and is a cancer survivor. She continues to give back to the Coast by helping non-profits and local businesses get started with legal help. She spoke at the Ocean Springs Lions Club meeting today…

Opportunity to join the FBI

If you’ve ever thought about joining the FBI, you’re in luck. An event coming up on September 13th in the Jackson area will allow those interested in a career with the FBI to learn more. The recruitment event is invite…

Elvis Presley never forgotten in Ocean Springs

Mississippi native and the King of Rock n Roll Elvis Presley died 41 years ago today. While the rock n roll legend is gone, his memory is never forgotten especially in Ocean Springs. It’s a crazy little thing called love…

Southport Line Artist of the Month: Sam Stolte

Biloxi restaurant Southport Line is not only a popular hub for good food, but now it’s a place to go to see local artwork. Sam Stolte has been named artist of the month. Customers can go see his artwork on…

Biloxi man sentenced for child pornography

A Biloxi man has been sentenced to nearly a decade in prison for possession of child pornography. Forty-five year-old Christopher Smith was sentenced to 109 months in federal prison after finding that he knowingly possessed visual depictions of minors engaging…