Haircuts for the Homeless event
Today in Biloxi, St. Vincent De Paul at Our Lady of Fatima Church is hosting Hair Cuts for the Homeless. This event began at 9 a.m. and runs until 1 p.m.…
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16-year-old victim in early morning shooting in Gulfport identified
On June 10, 2024, at approximately 1:28 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 100 block of Darby Street in reference to a shooting. As officers arrived on scene, they located a 16-year-old male victim suffering from an apparent…
Several families displaced after fire rips through Biloxi apartment complex
The flames happened overnight Saturday off Mostie Road at Popps Ferry. All residents got out safely, but 2 firefighters were treated for heat exhaustion. It took some 4 hours to put out…
Mississippi: Rural Schools Collaborative’s newest regional hub
Rural Schools Collaborative, a national network of educators and resources, has admitted Mississippi as its newest regional hub – thanks to a partnership between William Carey University and Mississippi State University. “Through this joint effort, our goal is clear –…
TRY TRANSIT DAY: Ride CTA Buses FREE All Day on Thursday, June 20
Coast Transit Authority invites everyone to ride FREE all day during Try Transit Day on Thursday, June 20, 2024! This includes all CTA buses. See how CTA can help everyone beat inflation and save money all year long! On Try…
Dads free on Father's Day at Mississippi Aquarium
Make some unforgettable memories with Dad this Father's Day at Mississippi Aquarium. On Sunday, June 16 for Father's Day Dads get in free with the purchase of any general admission ticket. Valid only on full price gate purchases. This is…
Eligible Senior Citizens Can Apply to Receive Benefits for Shopping at Farmers Markets
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce is providing income-eligible senior citizens access to healthier foods through the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). The SFMNP provides benefits in the form of a benefit card valued at $50…
Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street promotes 99 Days of Summer Campaign
(Ocean Springs, MS) – The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street-Tourism Bureau is once again hosting its summer campaign, “99 Days of Summer” to encourage locals and visitors to spend their summer in Ocean Springs. The campaign which began on…
Ramp CLOSURE on I-10 E in Hancock County starting Wednesday, June 19th
MDOT announced a closure for the I-10 E Diamondhead exit ramp in Hancock County. The closure will take place Wednesday, June 19th until work is complete which is approximately four to six weeks. This closure is part of an interchange…
Mississippi Power cleaning up Back Bay
Mississippi Power took part in clean-up efforts in Biloxi’s Back Bay earlier today. The clean-up is a part of Mississippi Power’s Renew our Rivers initiative. The group collected…
First responders respond to two shark incidents in Walton County, Florida
Friday, first responders in Walton County, Florida responded to reports of two shark incidents in the area. Just after 1:15 pm, Walton County Sheriff Office and South Walton Fire District responded to a report of a woman being injured by…
WXXV’s newest team member Meteorologist Sam Parker is at the Blueberry Jubilee kickoff in Poplarville
It’s Poplarville’s premier event and it’s now in its 40th year. The first night of fun at the Blueberry Jubilee just getting…
Car Seat Safety Check
On Friday, parents were getting their kids car seats checked at an event at one Biloxi fire station. The event was organized by the group Safe Kids Gulf Coast. Organizers say Harrison…
Teams arrive for Billfish weigh-in
At Point Cadet Marina, anglers return from a day on the water for the Billfish Classic. Scales are open now with a lot of bragging rights and prizes on the line.…
Are lifejackets and swim vests leading to more children drowning?
Drowning is the leading cause of death in children and Mississippi ranks in the top 10 for the most number of drownings in…
Gulfport PD worked accident near Kelly Avenue and Highway 90
*UPDATE* Traffic has resumed to normal operations. Gulfport Police Department is currently working a two-vehicle accident near Kelly Avenue and Highway 90. The eastbound and westbound lanes are shut down to one lane each. Drivers are asked to avoid the…
Mississippi is the latest state sued by tech group over age verification on websites
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Updated 3:18 PM CDT, June 7, 2024 JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A new Mississippi law requiring users of websites and other digital services to verify their age will unconstitutionally limit access to online speech for minors and…
Suspect out on bond in theft case arrested in theft of ATV, dirt bike
Picayune Police have made an arrest in the investigation into a stolen ATV and a stolen dirt bike. Burl Richardson, 35, was charged with two counts of grand larceny. He was taken to the Pearl River County jail. Picayune Police…
Mississippi has cheapest gas in the nation
Some fantastic news in the Magnolia State! The state has the cheapest gas in the nation with prices being lower on the Coast. Gas prices in the state are 50 cents less than the national average. According to Gas Buddy,…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Biloxi Fire Station 7 for the Car Seat Safety Check Up Event
Safe Kids Gulf Coast is holding a Car Seat Safety Check Up Event! It started at 9am Friday morning and it ends at 2pm. This event is calling on everyone in…
USPS unveils ‘Carnival Nights’ stamps at Summer Fair at Coast Coliseum
Fair season is officially underway on the grounds of the Coast Coliseum. Gates opened Thursday afternoon for the 37th edition of the South Mississippi Summer…
Mobile close to agreements to bring Amtrak rail service to the city
The city of Mobile still has work to do before work can begin to build a platform for Amtrak passenger service in that city. Southern Rail Commissioners heard an update during their quarterly meeting that was held in Mobile on…
Catching up with Bob: Bob Usey discusses senior topics
News 25’s Grant Chighizola sits down with Bob Usey, a local television personality and former state senator, to discuss senior topics.
Kiln man flees from deputies in drug case
A Kiln man is in jail, charged with tampering with evidence, fleeing from police and several drug charges. Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley said 24-year-old Jacob Fairley was arrested Tuesday on charges of possession of a controlled substance with intent…