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Allergies or Coronavirus: How to tell symptoms apart

Allergies or Coronavirus? How do you tell the symptoms apart? Spring is in the air and so is the pollen, something you know all too well if you suffer from allergies. It’s always a busy time of year for Dr.…

Real ID deadline postponed

Travelers who don’t have driver’s licenses or state issued identification that comply with the new ‘Real ID’ have been given a reprieve. On Monday, President Trump said he was postponing the October deadline due to the Coronavirus outbreak. The president…

Former Biloxi superintendent under lawsuit

The former superintendent of a Mississippi school district is accused in a federal lawsuit of using district funds and resources for his daughter’s wedding. Whistleblower Victoria Conway says former Biloxi Superintendent Arthur McMillan misused district money and employees. She says…

Coast Foods filling personal orders for residents

In an effort to combat the effects of the Coronavirus, a Coast business is helping out in a major way. “We’ve got a bunch of food right here. So, we decided to open up to the public and this is…

NCTC student tests positive for COVID-19

A trainee sailor with the Naval Construction Training Center at Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport has tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently undergoing evaluation and treatment. The service member is currently enrolled in the Construction Inspector course at NCTC…

Papa John’s hiring 20,000 workers

If you or anyone you know has lost their job, Papa John’s is hiring. The pizza company said in a press release Monday it is looking to add 20,000 employees. They’re looking for restaurant jobs, delivery drivers, and more. At…

The MS Coast Coliseum closed until April 15th

Due to the spreading coronavirus outbreak and for the safety of the staff and guests, effective immediately the MS Coast Coliseum is closing until April 15th. After this date, Coliseum officials will assess the situation and a decision will be…

CVS to hire 50,000 people

CVS Health is bolstering its efforts in meeting the growing need for healthcare in response to the Coronavirus pandemic. The company announced it is hiring 50,000 people. New hires will fill full-time, part-time, and temporary roles across the country including…

Local hair salons are being impacted by Coronavirus

As businesses modify working arrangements or close down temporarily, how are those in the salon and hair business coping? For Salon Bella co-owners Misty McKenna and Janice Owens making the decision to close indefinitely was a tough, but appropriate decision,…

Jackson County beaches remain open

In Jackson County, there are currently no restrictions or plans to close down beaches at this time. County Administrator Brian Fulton says officials monitored the beaches over the weekend and observed only small and more socially isolated crowds. Any future…

Harrison County Board of Supervisors meet; No curfew for now

South Mississippi leaders are keeping a close eye on the Coronavirus threat and latest developments. News 25’s Toni Miles takes us to this morning’s meetings by the Harrison County Board of Supervisors. Local mayors weighed in on curfews and the…