New York Post sheds light on Homeless Relocation Program on the Coast
New York City is dealing with its homeless population in an unprecedented way. Buying them a one way ticket out of town so they can live elsewhere.
Bridge re-dedication in Jackson County
One of Jackson County’s two official hurricane evacuation routes is back up and running. Tuesday, Southern District Transportation Commissioner Tom King was on hand at a re-dedication ceremony in Jackson County for State Route 57, officially adding it back to…
State of the Coast Economy Symposium
Nearly 500 business professionals and Coast leaders filled the IP Casino this morning for the third annual State of the Coast Economy Symposium. They received plenty of statistics on how we’ve done this past year and how we can improve…
Commercial King Mackerel season to close Nov. 21
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced today that the commercial fishing season for King Mackerel (Scomberomorus cavalla) will close in Mississippi territorial waters on Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019. The closure for King Mackerel begins at 12:00 p.m.…
Methamphetamine drug bust in Harrison County
Millions of dollars’ worth of methamphetamine have been seized by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office this week and now a Texas man is behind bars. Sheriff’s deputies arrested 36-year-old Esteban Bernardina-Betancourt of San Antonio on felony charges of trafficking methamphetamine.…
Evacuation Route Officially Back Up and Running in Jackson County
One of Jackson County's two official hurricane evacuation routes is back up and running. On Tuesday, Southern District Transportation Commissioner Tom King was on hand at a rededication ceremony in Jackson County for State Route 57, officially adding it back…
Medal of Honor Hero to Speak at Gold Star Monument Dedication in Biloxi
A World War II Medal of Honor recipient will be the speaker at the dedication later this week of the Gulf Coast Gold Star Families Memorial Monument. Hershel "Woody" Williams, who served as a marine corporal in World War II,…
Scratch off tickets available soon at the Scarlet Pearl
With the lottery heading to Mississippi in just a week, the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort is ready to throw its hat into this game of chance. On November 25th at 5 a.m. Coast residents and visitors can pick up scratch…
$5 million bond approved for D’Iberville Police Station
The City of D’Iberville has approved a multi-million bond to help complete their new police station. The $5 million bond was approved at tonight’s City Council meeting. The new and improved station is already under construction on Lamey Bridge Road.…
Energy saving Christmas lights
If you’re looking to deck the halls while saving a buck, we may have a solution. This year when buying Christmas lights consider purchasing L.E.D. lights. Just like using energy efficient light bulbs in your home, making the switch with…
Polar Express Holiday Open House
This Saturday, you and your whole family can get into the holiday spirit on the west end of Howard Avenue. Howard Avenue’s West End Merchants are hosting a ‘Polar Express Holiday Open House.’ The event will feature readings of the…
How to build feral cat winter shelter
You can keep ‘cool cats’ warm this winter and keep the number of animals in the shelter down. When the temperatures drop it is a dangerous time for feral and stray cats living outdoors. Katie King with HSSM said, “In…
Volunteers needed for the Feed the Needy program
More than 2,000 Gulf Coast residents can expect warm meals delivered to their homes Thanksgiving Day, all thanks to our local public safety agencies, generous donors, and volunteers. The annual Thanksgiving Feed the Needy Program, headed up by the Gulfport…
Mary Mahoney’s closes temporarily due to FDA raid
One of the most historic restaurants on the Gulf Coast was surprised this morning by an unplanned visit from the Food and Drug Administration. News 25’s Andrew Scherer is at Mary Mahoney’s in Biloxi with more.
Inaugural Patriot Golf Day
The green at Grand Bear Golf Club today was filled for the ‘Inaugural Patriot Golf Day,’ all for a wonderful cause. Shotgun started the tournament at 9 a.m. with community members and golf fans teeing off. There were also some…
Anonymous donor pays lunch debt at Saucier Elementary
A donation for students in the Harrison County School District has left parents, students, and teachers in awe of the generosity of its community. Last week an anonymous donor reached out to Saucier Elementary’s librarian about student’s unpaid lunch debts.…
Hospice of Light tree planting
It’s always an emotional tribute as families gathered at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula to honor their loved ones at the Hospice of Light Tree Planting Ceremony. Family members, nurses, and caregivers were at the tree planting ceremony to remember…
Mary Mahoney’s in Biloxi briefly shuts down
This morning, Mary Mahoney’s Restaurant was visited by the FDA in conjunction with an investigation of a mislabeled fish. Bobby Mahoney and his family and employees have cooperated fully with the inquiry. “It caused a little disruption to our lunch…
Dad testifies at Sergio Sandoval’s trial
A father says he first thought bullies were behind his daughter’s hesitation to ride the school bus when she was 8 years old. Instead, she told him she was being sexually abused by the bus driver. The girl’s father testified…
Toys for Tots registration
With Christmas comes gifts and the Toys for Tots campaign in Harrison County would like you to know that they can be of assistance. For anyone in need of help this holiday season, Harrison County registration is still open and…
Bayou View Middle School Food Drive
One Gulfport middle school is doing their best to give the less fortunate a Thanksgiving to remember. Students at Bayou View Middle School have collected more than 1,000 non-perishable food items to be donated to Feed my Sheep ahead of…
Home fire prevention
House fires are an issue year round, but experts say they become more prevalent as the temperature drops. Attempting to knock the winter edge off is a task all are faced with, but for some it can be deadly. “Heating…
Home invasion, vehicle theft pursuit in Jackson County
A Perkinston man is behind bars facing several charges including home invasion for an incident in Hurley tonight. According to Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell, 29-year-old Rusty Bond held up a woman at her home then took her keys and…
13th annual Hunger Homeless Meal
It’s a cause near and dear to the Back Bay Mission, making sure those in need receive a hearty meal this Thanksgiving. The Back Bay Mission is extending its helpful hand for the 13th year in a row to those…