Winn-Dixies across the nation are setting up to help those affected in Sunday’s devastating tornado. Southeastern Grocer, the parent company of Winn-Dixie, announced this community donation program in partnership with the American Red Cross. Through March 19th you can go…
Something new for the City of D’Iberville may be making its mark soon, historical markers that is. Ocean Springs Genealogical Society held a meeting tonight to discuss this possibility. There are already multiple locations in the D’Iberville area where these…
Seafood lovers rejoice! There might soon be more Mississippi oysters to go around thanks to funding from the BP oil spill. Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United Executive Director Ryan Bradley said, “Mississippi’s coast down here in Biloxi and Pass Christian was…
The manhunt continues for a former Georgia attorney accused of murdering his mother. The murder occurred just hours before the man was set to report to prison. Richard Merritt was found guilty in January of defrauding more than a dozen…
Something new for the City of D’Iberville may be making its mark soon. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.
It was just two years ago today that four people lost their lives when the bus they were traveling on was hit by a freight train. Memories of the incident prompting more safety regulations at railroad crossings in the area.…
The NASA Stennis Space Center Office of STEM Engagement has announced schedule and registration details for 2019 Stennis ASTRO CAMP®, a series of week-long summer camps held in June and July (excluding the week of July 4th). Camps are held…
With Mardi Gras over, you are probably left with tons of beads that you may not know what to do with. The clients at Gulf Coast Industries will take those beads! Every year they take these leftover beads and clean…
On March 7, 2019 the Gulfport Police Department, assisted by the Humane Society of South Mississippi, rescued over 100 Guinea Pigs from a residence in the Southern Oaks Community. Officers were investigating a burglary at an unrelated address when they…
West Harrison High School’s marching band has something else to look forward to and another chance to represent South Mississippi on a national level in 2020. The school’s band has been selected to perform in the Tournament of Roses Parade…
Moss Point is continuing to mourn the loss of former Mayor and lifelong resident Ira Polk. A visitation for Polk is set for Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. at the St. Paul United Methodist Church in Moss Point, followed…
A special birthday party happened this afternoon for one Navy veteran on our Coast. “I don’t feel like I’m 102, that’s a big number. I feel great.” Marion Ritchie was born in 1917 and served as a Navy Yeoman’s Captain…
The Beau Rivage opened its doors nearly 20 years ago and the tallest building in Mississippi continues to thrive. Now, they’re asking you to celebrate this milestone with them. The 20th anniversary celebration lasts through the month of March with…
It’s been 40 years since the ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ premiered on televisions across the country and now a familiar face from the iconic show will be back on the Coast. John Schneider, known by many as Bo Duke, will be…
Today marks the start of the Lenten season and local restaurants are gearing up for business. With most people not choosing to eat meat on Friday’s, seafood restaurants expect to see a spike in crowds. Gulfport resident Belinda Nelson said,…
The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System held their annual Creative Arts Competition today. The competition features multiple categories of art, including creative writings, dance, drama, and music. All veterans who are enrolled in the health system were allowed to enter.…
You have a chance today to help reduce the number of breast cancer deaths. At Dillard’s in the Edgewater Mall, the Fit for a Cure event is happening now. Receive a complimentary bra fitting and the bra company will donate…
Mental health is a growing issue across the United States and even right here on the Coast. Moss Point Mayor Mario King said, “Over the course of the last two years since I have been mayor we have seen at…
A juvenile from Saucier is being charged as an adult on one count of armed robbery. According to Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson, employees of the Family Dollar on Old Highway 49 in Saucier reported the armed robbery. Witnesses says…
Twenty-two year-old Orlando Carter is behind bars today on charges of kidnapping, armed robbery, and rape. Long Beach police say Carter allegedly kidnapped a victim, robbed her at gunpoint, and sexually assaulted her. In a second incident, Carter robbed another…
You might be wondering where the ashes come from that are used on Ash Wednesday. It might surprise you, but the process actually starts the year before. Palms from the previous year’s Palm Sunday are burned. They are then blessed…
Convenience is key and that is just what this modern twist on Ash Wednesday is all about. Clergymen and women braved the cold this morning to host the sixth annual ‘Ashes to Go.’ Two wheels or four, all were welcome…
It’s a somber week in the city of Moss Point as residents mourn the loss of former mayor and longtime resident Ira Polk. Polk was a community man. He also worked as a football coach, a physician assistant, and was…
The woman killed in a freak accident at a rest stop off I-10 in Jackson County yesterday has been identified. According to our media partner the Sun Herald, Tulane University in New Orleans says the woman is 21-year-old Margaret Maurer.…