This Thursday night, the City of Ocean Springs is planning for a magical kick-off to the Christmas season. Their annual ‘Tree Lighting with Santa’ event is expected to be their most jolly yet with games and activities and even appearances…
One teacher at West Elementary School in Gulfport has transformed the halls into a winter wonderland. This is the second year Alexandra Waldrop has gone above and beyond to bring Christmas cheer to her second and third grade students. This…
Calling all potential teachers, Moore Community House’s Early Head Start Program opened their doors today for anyone who wants to take part in educating our youngest generation. They’re hiring teachers and floater teachers for infants and toddlers from birth to…
William Carey University is starting an online class to help teachers renew their Mississippi Educator License. The five week class is tuition free and offered to K through 12th grade teachers who are currently in the classroom. The class is…
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker stepped up to the plate today to dispute concerns over the military housing system at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi. Wicker, who is a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, asked the Secretary…
A morning house fire caused by a space heater has left a man in critical condition with severe burns. Gulfport Fire and Harrison County Fire Services worked to control the fire on Indiana Avenue that started just before 10:30 this…
The Tuesday after Thanksgiving is known as Giving Tuesday. Giving Tuesday is a movement to create an international day of charitable giving at the beginning of the holiday season. This day began in 2012 and has been gaining popularity ever…
It’s a blast from the past. This month you’ll have a chance to look at the Biloxi Tourism Industry through the eyes of a 1950s photographer. The Mississippi Gulf Coast has had a long history with the tourism industry. Photographer…
District Attorney Joel Smith announced today that 42-year-old Dana Sue Beaman of Bay St. Louis, MS pled guilty yesterday to two counts of Embezzlement by Public Employee before Judge Roger Clark at the Hancock County Courthouse. The investigation began in…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Several first responders are at an active house fire on Indiana Avenue in downtown Gulfport. Gulfport Fire Department and Harrison County Fire Services are on scene working to contain the blaze. News 25's Gabby Easterwood reports…
The holiday season is fast approaching, and for many musically-minded parents, this means getting their child started for the first time on a new band instrument, or rewarding their recent progress with a better one. The manager of Mississippi Music,…
The Ocean Springs ELKS B.P.O.E 2501, Krewe Unique, and the Ocean Springs Carnival Association have joined forces to organize the Discover Christmas Parade. The parade will take place Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m. in Ocean Springs. The three organizations…
You can pick up the December issue of South Mississippi Living Magazine at local businesses across the Coast today. The special "giving back" issue features a guide to giving and volunteering on the Gulf Coast, as well as articles on…
By REBECCA SANTANA NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A federal appeals court is set to hear arguments on whether Mississippi laws that restrict the voting rights of certain felons are unconstitutional. Former convicted felons affected by the state’s laws are pushing…
We’ve all heard of a winter wonderland, but a new creation has Coast locals in awe driving through Woolmarket. A Coast woman, passionate about helping dogs in need, is decking the halls with some of the best doggie decorations. For…
The King’s Christmas Display is back again this year, bigger and brighter than ever. What started as a small family tradition in 1956 quickly grew into a beloved Coast tradition. The King family for many years welcomed residents and visitors…
The holiday season is a time for camaraderie and family, but for some they don’t have that luxury. For the past 30 years the Riemann Family Funeral Home has held their ‘Tree of Remembrance Celebration.’ Guests were invited for a…
In Harrison County, a driver loses control of his car leading to a fiery crash. According to Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan, one person was flown to a trauma center after the car left the road, hit a power…
On Thanksgiving the average American eats around 3,000 calories and that’s just for dinner, not including drinks and desserts. This is why it is so important to stay active during the holiday season. Dawn Roberts, the general manager at Crunch…
You’ve probably heard of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, but do you know about Giving Tuesday? Giving Tuesday began in 2012 as a way to encourage people to do good and give back to the community. This year Just Cause…
It’s the season of giving and that’s just what the Gulfport Police Department plans to do for the annual Christmas Feed the Needy program. For 30 years, Gulfport PD along with donors, other public safety agencies in Harrison County, and…
With Christmas quickly approaching, Biloxi police wants everyone to enjoy themselves while also keeping safety in mind. Crime tends to rise as criminals aim to take advantage of the hustle and bustle of this time of year. Remember to always…
It is a busy time in Bay St. Louis with city officials looking to widen tourism and events in the city. News 25 caught up with Mayor Mike Favre this morning who is excited about where the city is headed.…
Dozens of Harrison County residents filled the room in Gulfport and many stood before the Board of Supervisors this morning expressing concerns over issues in their communities. Today’s agenda included a resident’s wish to limit the discharge of firearms in…