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Jackson County prepares for wintry weather

Road crews and law enforcement agencies in Jackson County spent the day preparing roads for chilly weathers. Over in Pascagoula, the 14th Street overpass was shut down at 7 p.m. as a precaution and crews salted the…

MDOT urges drivers to stay off roads

Sustained sub-freezing temperatures and waves of frozen precipitation in nearly every county have resulted in ice on roads and bridges. MDOT crews have been treating with salt, brine, and slag, but the effectiveness of those measures decreases…

Keeping pets safe in freezing weather

Keep your pets safe during the freezing days ahead. Tonight, as temperatures continue to drop, don’t forget to keep your furry four-legged friends dry and warm. If your pet is outdoors, remember to bring them inside. If…

Winter weather preps in Jackson County

Jackson County officials are making their final preparations ahead of extremely cold temperatures tonight. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is in Pascagoula with more on the status of roadways in the city.

Members of the Air Force return home over the weekend

Members of the Air Force’s 403rd Wing returned home to their loved ones on Saturday, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Family and friends endured the cold weather and vicious winds anxiously awaiting on the tarmac at…

Winter storm coverage

As the cold weather starts to push into the area, temperatures are dropping quickly and there is a concern about ice forming in South Mississippi. Meteorologist Brantly Keiek has more.

14th Street Bridge in Pascagoula to close Monday night

Due to anticipated freezing temperatures and the possibility of ice forming on  bridges, the 14th Street overpass will be closed Monday night. The Pascagoula High Rise Bridge will remain open, but will be salted. Pascagoula police are strongly encouraging everyone…

Ocean Springs Carnival Association holds Mardi Hop

Also happening in Ocean Springs tonight was the Mardi Hop put on by the Ocean Springs Carnival Association, along with several downtown businesses. After Blackwater Brass band led a small second line down Government Street, Mardi Hop…