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Gulfport woman charged with embezzlement

A 19-year-old Gulfport woman has been charged with embezzlement from her place of employment. Biloxi Police said in a press release that Olivia Alexia Brooks of Gulfport was developed as a suspect after officers responded to a call about embezzlement…

Gulfport Fire Department seeks accredited status

The Gulfport Fire Department is beginning the process of obtaining accredited status through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International. Gulfport Fire Chief Mike Beyerstedt says the performance-based credentialing is a higher standard of credentialing than what other…

Four local Mary Kay businesswomen get Cadillacs

Blue skies ahead for four South Mississippi Mary Kay businesswomen who have proven to be a driving force when it comes to selling Mary Kay cosmetics. Mary Kay Senior Sales Director Dee Dee Hooks said, "It floats.…

City of Biloxi producing new entertainment series

The City of Biloxi is now highlighting local artists and city culture over their multimedia platforms. Videographer Renny Sherman premiered his series ‘Biloxi Cooks!’ on January 1st, featuring members of the Biloxi Fire Department cooking one of…

Latest update on tracking sea turtles

It’s been a month and a half since we first brought you the story of a tale of two sea turtles. On December 10th, News 25 rode out into the Mississippi Sound stopped just south of Horn…

Checking in on Mardi Gras stores sales in Gulfport

This carnival season is rolling in but with no parades. So, how exactly are Mardi Gras stores being affected. ‘Throw me something Mister’ will be one phrase that’s surely missed this year as parades have been asked…

Potential wage increase impacts on local governments

An executive order by President Joe Biden requires federal contractors to pay workers a $15 minimum wage. In Biloxi, the city is already considering how much more money they’ll need to ensure city workers if there is…

Coast residents eager for crawfish season to begin

The expensive price of crawfish today will soon change the closer we get to spring 2021. On the Coast, residents are starting to look for crawfish earlier than usual. Starting back in December, fisherman Jerry Forte was…

Challenges facing Mississippi educators

Thanks to COVID-19, teachers nationwide have faced unprecedented times this past year. Along with many other states, the challenges in Mississippi that teachers face predate virtual learning and COVID-19. Teacher shortages and low salaries are just some…

Alternate route to teacher licensure

Over the past couple of years, the participation in teacher education programs across the nation has been down up to 35 percent, creating a teacher shortage especially here in Mississippi. To help out with the shortage, William…

Protest for Peace in honor of Reginald Johnson

It’s been over a week since the fatal officer-involved shooting in Biloxi that claimed the life of 48-year-old Reginald Johnson and community members are now asking for more information on the investigation. Family and friends of Reginald…

Cornhole: More than a game for the Cobb family

Cornhole is a game that’s been sweeping the nation in recent years and growing in popularity. It’s not just a game to a McHenry family who have earned titles and money from this world-wide sport. Chris Cobb…

Gautier PD looking for runaway juvenile Austin Manry

GAUTIER, MS – The Gautier Police Department is requesting your assistance in locating runaway juvenile Austin Manry. Austin is 16 years old, 5’9” tall, weighing 110lbs with blond hair. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, black hoodie, and white…

Homeschool Days at the Mississippi Aquarium

The Mississippi Aquarium welcomes homeschool families and groups to visit, explore, and participate in hands-on educational activities. The Mississippi Aquarium welcomes at-home learners to Homeschool Day for families to enjoy. Education Program Analyst Lauren Fuller said, “They…

Protest for Peace in honor of Reginald Johnson

It’s been over a week since the fatal officer-involved shooting in Biloxi that claimed the life of Reginald Johnson. Community members are now asking for more answers on the investigation. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more from…