Newly elected Stone County Sheriff aiming for change
Newly elected Stone County Sheriff Todd Stewart is working to make changes in both the Stone County Sheriff's Department and Stone County community. The sheriff is focusing on…
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Recreational Offshore Landing Permit required for Mississippi anglers when fishing for reef species
BILOXI, Miss. – Beginning February 1, 2024, it will be mandatory for Mississippi anglers to obtain a Recreational Offshore Landing Permit to possess any reef fish species which includes any species of snapper, amberjack, grouper, hind, triggerfish and Cobia in Mississippi waters.…
Hancock man charged with embezzlement
A Hancock County man was arrested this morning and charged with embezzlement. Bay St. Louis police say 30-year-old Andre Barbazon is charged with embezzlement-money received on contract. He was taken to Hancock County jail and bond was set at $10,000.…
2024 Presidential Primary Absentee Ballots Now Available
JACKSON, Miss. – Absentee ballots for the 2024 Democratic and Republican Presidential Primaries are now available in the county circuit clerk's office. To verify eligibility, Mississippians can utilize the Step-By-Step Absentee Guide from the Secretary of State's Office or contact their local…
Mississippi lawmakers advance bill to legalize online sports betting
BY MICHAEL GOLDBERG Updated 6:06 PM CST, January 30, 2024 Share JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A bill advancing in Mississippi’s Legislature would legalize online sports betting in the state, where analysts say consumer demand continues to fuel a thriving black…
City of Diamondhead to hold runoff for ward 4 city council seat
It looks like this special election is not over yet! Just a reminder: this election is for the Ward 4 city council seat, which is currently empty since Chuck Clark…
'Gifted and Talented' program taking place at Pass Road Elementary on February 16th
Pass Road Elementary 'Gifted and Talented' program exhibition will take place on February 16th. Talented and creative 4th and 5th graders will showcase their creativity, problem-solving skills, and…
Diamondhead hosting special election for Ward 4
News 25's Brooke Parker went to Diamondhead while the polls were open and spoke with the candidates of the special election. [blox_vms account="WXXV" key="f05127bde9e8f95305f2222cfae06eca3d8c8453" vtitle="Diamondhead candidates discuss the other…
Child's Walking Parade happening February 2nd
The city of Biloxi is getting ready for one of its unique parades. The Annual Children's Mardi Gras Walking Parade is this weekend! The parade will start at…
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month
January is almost to a close, but the month is significant to those who have or are suffering from human trafficking. Human Trafficking Prevention Month is to educate the community…