Kick off dance in Biloxi
With the rain in sight, one group is dancing the night away. The dance floor at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi was rocking tonight during one of the center’s regular summer dances for people of all ages with…
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Humane Society of South Mississippi drive
As the Humane Society of South Mississippi desperately looks to give their animals to loving homes, one radio DJ is celebrating her birthday by giving back. 107.1 the Monkey’s radio personality Valerie Kattz set a goal of raising $4,500 for…
Beauvoir wants Confederate monuments
Beauvoir has expressed an intent to take any Confederate statue(s) that any city or jurisdiction has decided to take down. We believe the Beauvoir campus is the most appropriate, contextual location for these monuments. We ask the cooperation of any…
Authorities release new details in Harrison County deputy shooting
There are new details surrounding the Harrison County deputy shooting investigation. Sheriff Troy Peterson says there was no evidence a second party was at the scene when authorities reported a Harrison County deputy was shot by a man July 28th.…
D’Iberville Fire Department adds tablets to trucks
D’Iberville Fire Department has recently added some new technology to all first out apparatus. After securing a small grant from F.M. Global, the fire department installed tablets in all their fire trucks. These tablets will help firefighters do things such…
Frustration stirs after eclipse glasses giveaway
With Monday’s solar eclipse just days away, people around the Coast are on the hunt for safety glasses. After a short-lived two thousand pair giveaway at Edgewater Mall in Biloxi, many parents and kids went home without eclipse glasses. Parents…
Colonel Lovette nearing first 100 days with Keesler Air Force Base
After serving on more than 13 assignments around the world, Colonel Debra Lovette is pleased to call the Gulf Coast her newest home. The new wing commander at the Keesler Air Force Base, Colonel Lovette commands more than 12,000 airmen…
Have You Seen This Man?
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating missing person, Adam Binder, of Gulfport.
Gulfport Fire Department is hiring
Gulfport Fire Department is now accepting applications! Please visit the city of Gulfport's job openings page to apply online: https://gulfport.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx The fire fighter recruit exam will be administered on November 1st. You must be 18 years of age, able to…
Two suspects identified in Goldin Sports Complex shooting
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 18-year-old John Michael Heflin and 18-year-old Briceston John Lewis Fairley on the charge of Aggravated Assault. On August 17, 2017, at approximately 7:12 p.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded…
Giving back to vets
Currently the Department of Veterans Affairs estimates that 20 veterans commit suicide in the United States of America each day. Thanks to a rise in awareness and support for former service members, this number is lower than the 22 a…
Long Beach smoke alarm installation
The Long Beach Fire Department is working with the state fire marshal’s office to prevent fire fatalities. The department is currently accepting applications from homeowners to install smoke alarms in their home. The firefighters will personally set up the life…
Charged with armed robbery and felony vehicle taking
Two men are charged with armed robbery and felony motor vehicle taking. Police arrested 25-year-old Ronnie Winningham of Biloxi and 15-year-old Darius Bland of Gulfport after a complaint of the robbery on Bayshore Drive shortly before 2:30 Thursday. The victim…
Third Friday: Dog Days of Summer
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Jen Dearman about Third Friday: Dog Days of Summer Held the third Friday of every month at Delmas Ave in Pascagoula at 5 pm to 8 pm.
Update on The Harrison Deputy Shooting
It's been three weeks since a Harrison County deputy was shot in the chest. Authorities held a press conference about the shooting, where there may be some new information about the incident. News 25's Gina Tomlinson joins us with the…
Spartan Weekend
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Larry Botham about Spartan Weekend at the Scarlet Pearl Casino October 13th till 14th. Registration closes September 15th for more information please visit www.spartanweekend.org
HSSM Chicken Soup Fund Raiser
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Valerie Kattz and James Steele about HSSM Chicken Soup Fund Raiser at Edgewater Mall today from Noon till 7 pm to reach a goal of $4,500. For more information please visit www.1071themonkey.net
Solar Eclipse Preps : Live Report
News 25's Laurene Callander tells us how you can prepare for the solar eclipse.
Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Dr. George Thurber and Dr. Eric Schmidt about Solar Eclipse Safety Tips for more information please visit our page https://wxxv25.com/2017/08/14/eclipse-2017/
Shooting at Goldin Sports Complex in Gulfport
A shooting occurred earlier today at the Goldin Sports Complex. The shooting occurred around 8 o’clock in the parking lot of the complex behind the main building. Gulfport Police Public Information Officer Sgt. Joshua Bromen said that one person was…
Local football players donate time at Feed my Sheep
The Harrison Central Red Rebels grabbed serving spoons instead of footballs this afternoon. Five members of the football team volunteered at Feed my Sheep in Gulfport. This was all to help kick-off the inaugural Port City Bowl that happens this…
Hiring our Heroes job fair
Companies ranging from America’s biggest employers to dozens of small companies gathered at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College for a job fair hosted by Hiring our Heroes. Hiring our Heroes began in March 2011 and has since helped more than…
Overcrowding at the Humane Society in Gulfport
With more than 400 animals currently living at the Humane Society of South Mississippi, overcrowding is becoming a major issue. The capacity of the shelter is around 287, leaving some dogs and cats to share the same pen. Nearly 200…
High tech ovens coming to Crossroads Elementary
The cafeteria at Crossroads Elementary School in Gulfport will soon get a healthier and modern upgrade. Deep fryers that have been in the school since the 1970s haven’t been used in years and will be replaced with high tech ovens…