Ship Island Excursions opens Saturday
It looks like we are set for a beautiful weekend here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. A perfect way to spend the day outdoors is taking a trip to Ship Island Excursions. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini has more.
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Chris Stapleton concert at the MS Coast Coliseum on March 20th Postponed
The Chris Stapleton date at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum originally scheduled for March 20 has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon. Please hold on to your tickets as they will be honored at the new date.
Rapiscan Systems Classic canceled
Tournament officials and The PGA Tour announced the cancelation of the 2020 Rapiscan Systems Classic. It was scheduled to take place March 23rd through March 29th at Fallen Oak in Biloxi. The Rapiscan Systems Classic has been played every year…
The 'Lit AF Tour' hosted by Martin Lawrence Postpones
The LIT AF Tour, hosted by Martin Lawrence on Saturday, March 28, 2020 at 7:30 PM at Biloxi’s Mississippi Coast Coliseum has been postponed. The show’s postponement is consistent with the joint global entertainment task force (AEG/Live Nation/Major Talent Agencies),…
Spring Jam featuring Kevin Gates at the MS Coast Coliseum on April 4th canceled
Due to COVID-19, it is with abundant precaution that the Spring Jam 2020 event scheduled for April 4,2020 at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum has been cancelled. All refunds will be honored at point of purchase.
Local business helping animal shelters impacted by Nashville tornadoes
One local business is going above and beyond to help some of the victims of the Nashville tornadoes. Having grown up on the Coast, Austin Chandler knows that community support in times of disaster can be crucial. “We are all…
Labor of Love: Saucier artist creates artwork to honor Astronaut Fred Haise
Two worlds collide: that of a Saucier sculptor and her hero, Biloxi native and astronaut of Apollo 13 fame, Fred Haise. Mary Ott Tremmel Davidson’s been spending a lot of time with Fred, but her husband has been quite supportive.…
Weekend events still on the schedule in Biloxi
The weather is always a concern when it comes to Biloxi’s annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, but it looks like the luck of the Irish is on their side. According to city leaders, this weekend’s parade will still roll on…
Local business offering Coronavirus protection supplies
Local businesses in South Mississippi are doing their part to help prevent the spread of the Coronavirus. Gulf Coast Business Furniture and Supply Company in Gulfport is selling items to local businesses and customers looking for supplies at this time.…
Waveland St. Patrick’s Day Parade suspended
The City of Waveland has announced the cancellation of their St. Patrick’s Day Parade for this weekend. The City of Waveland’s parade was set to take place March 14th. They will be postponing the annual WCA St. Patrick’s Day Parade…
Gulfport Police looking for missing person: Connie Brown Derbigny
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Connie Brown Derbigny, of Gulfport, MS. Derbigny is described to Police Officers as a black female, 58 years old, she is 5’6” and 160 lbs. Derbigny…
Gulfport Police looking for missing person: Ebony Moenique Magee
The Gulfport Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing person, Ebony Moenique Magee, of Gulfport, MS. Magee is described to police officers as a black female, 15 years old, she is 5’03” and 95 lbs. Magee…
Biloxi PD looking for missing person: Charles R. Dobbs
The Biloxi Police Department is requesting your assistance in helping to locate a 63-year-old man who has been reported missing. Charles R. Dobbs was reported missing on March 11, 2020. He was last reportedly seen in the 400 block of…
Special Olympics games cancelled at Infinity Science Center
The SSC Area 11 Special Olympics Games at Infinity Science Center have been cancelled amid Coronavirus fears. The event was scheduled for Saturday. In a statement, officials say “the health and well-being of athletes, volunteers, families, and friends is our…
KISS concert date rescheduled for October 6th at the MS Coast Coliseum
The final three shows of the spring leg of the KISS ‘End of the Road’ Tour are being rescheduled out of an abundance of caution. Tulsa, OK will now be Sunday, October 4th at BOK Center; Biloxi, MS will now…
Ocean Springs School District announces cancellation of Job Fair
Out of an abundance of caution and concern for the health and welfare of all involved, Ocean Springs School District Superintendent Dr. Bonita Coleman announced that the district’s job fair scheduled for March 14th has been canceled. This decision is…
MEMA recommendations for supply kit
MEMA is assisting the Mississippi State Department of Health in its response to the Coronavirus. As with weather emergencies like hurricanes and tornadoes, MEMA is also prepared for health emergencies. They’re urging residents to prepare for COVID-19 as they would…
Health Officials Release Major Updates, New Recommendations for COVID-19 in Mississippi
Following Wednesday night’s announcement of the first reported coronavirus (COVID-19) case in the state, Mississippi State Health Officer Thomas Dobbs, MD, MPH, and Mississippi Emergency Management Association(MEMA) Executive Director Gregory S. Michel held a press conference this morning announcing major…
Mississippi universities to remain closed for one week after spring break due to coronavirus concerns
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Mississippi’s eight public universities have modified the schedules for the spring semester classes to inhibit the spread of the coronavirus. “The health and safety of our students, faculty and staff are paramount,” said Dr. Alfred Rankins…
SEC cancels 2020 Men's Basketball Tournament amid COVID-19 concerns
Based on the latest developments and the continued spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), the Southeastern Conference today announced the cancellation of the remainder of the 2020 Men's Basketball Tournament in Nashville. "We understand that this decision will be disappointing to…
Powerball winning numbers for March 11th, 2020
Here are the winning Powerball numbers for March 11th, 2020.
Gulfport residents meet to discuss potential Boys and Girls Club expansion
Gulfport residents gathered at the 19th Street Community Center for a community meeting. Some parents in ward one are interested in welcoming a Boys and Girls Club site to the area to hopefully accommodate families and prevent students from having…
Bringing awareness to Gold Star Families
May looks to be a huge month for members of the Gold Star community here on the Coast. The Navy Gold Star Program dedicates the month of May as ‘Gold Star Awareness Month.’ In an effort to help raise public…
President Trump suspends travel from Europe to US for 30 days
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he is suspending all travel from Europe to the U.S. for 30 days beginning Friday as he seeks to combat a viral pandemic. Trump made the announcement Wednesday in an Oval Office address…