Battle of the Forces
In less than 24 hours, the Armorbearers will host a Saturday full of softball games and other events to benefit Purple Heart recipient Jack Walker at the Battle of the Forces event. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at MGM Park…
Habitat for Humanity Women Build
Habitat for Humanity of the Mississippi Gulf Coast is in day four of the Women Build campaign. So much has already been done since the project started this past Tuesday. After holding a fundraiser to purchase materials for the home,…
USM Scientist Symposium on Coastal issues
Over the past two days a handful of marine science professionals have descended on the Gulf Coast. Dr. Alan Shiller, a professor at USM’s School of Ocean Science and Engineering, hosted a two-day symposium in Ocean Springs at the Marine…
Bancorp South bank robbery suspect wanted
Gulfport police are searching for a suspect involved in a bank robbery in Gulfport. Shortly after 9:45 this morning, a black female walked into the Bancorp South Bank on Cowan Road. The female approached the teller and demanded money using…
Police release image of Bancorp South Bank robber
On March 22, 2019, at approximately 9:46 A.M., Gulfport Police responded to the 900 block of Cowan Road to investigate a Robbery. Initial investigation revealed that a suspect walked into the Bancorp South Bank and produced a note demanding money.…
Bancorp South Bank Robbery
. On March 22, 2019, at approximately 9:46 A.M., Gulfport Police responded to the 900 block of Cowan Road to investigate a Robbery. Initial investigation revealed that a suspect walked into the Bancorp South Bank and produced a note…
Down Syndrome awareness in Poplarville
It’s a cause close to her heart and she’s raising awareness year round. Brandi Berkhimer’s son, Ashton, was diagnosed with Down Syndrome at birth and he was the inspiration for her writing the book “My Little Sunshine Face.” Berkhimer shared…
Military Affairs Breakfast
This morning Retired Rear Admiral Mark Buzby, the U.S. Maritime administrator, stopped by the Great Southern Club in Gulfport to share some vital information about water borne transportation with local business leaders. The Maritime Administrator promotes the use of transportation…
Stolen motorcycle in Biloxi
The Biloxi Police Department needs help locating a stolen motorcycle. A blue 2005 Harley Davidson Electra GL with an Alabama license plate 156-518-M has been missing since March 2nd. The motorcycle has ‘1776’ in white lettering on the back and…
Public hearing on short term rentals in Biloxi
With the hot topic of short term rentals in the City of Biloxi, there was a full house for the public hearing in the auditorium of the Biloxi Community Development building regarding the issue. One by one, locals walked up…
Pack 23 Cub Scouts Awards Ceremony
Cub Scout Pack 23 held their first award ceremony as a pack tonight in Gulfport. These Cub Scouts were awarded with their pack badges and a certificate for learning the basics of the program. There are 15 boys participating in…
Gearing up for Black Beach Weekend
One of the biggest spring break events on the Coast is just a few weeks away. The sixth annual Black Beach Weekend will be here starting April 11th. This is the first year they are starting the party on Thursday.…
Two suspects arrested for aggravated assault
Two teenagers are behind bars tonight for allegedly shooting a man in Biloxi. According to Biloxi police, 18-year-old Bertrand Antoine IV and 17-year-old Cameron Payton are both facing aggravated assault charges. They were both taken into custody after warrants were…
World Down Syndrome Awareness Day
Students across the nation were wearing crazy socks for World Down Syndrome Awareness Day. Every year, World Down Syndrome Day is held on the 21st day of the third month because the genetic disorder is the result of a third…
Local seventh grader scores big on ACT
Harrison County School District is no stranger to students scoring well on the ACT, but usually those students are in high school. Landon Blake recently took the test and had a composite score of 31 and even had a perfect…
Beau Rivage expanding sportsbook
The Sportsbook and Bar at the Beau Rivage will be closing on March 25th to make way for a new state-of-the-art sportsbook. The casino plans to expand the current area, adding more seating, and more televisions. As construction begins, the…
First March Madness for sportsbooks on the Coast
The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Sportsbook and Bar is hosting its first NCAA Tournament with legalized sports betting. Food specials, viewing parties, and extended hours are all on tap for one of the most popular sporting events of the…
Navy Gold Star Coordinator wins top award
The Navy Gold Star coordinator at the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport has been awarded the designation of Navy Gold Star Coordinator of the Year. The honor was bestowed on Emily Kolenda last month. The Navy Gold Star Program…
A Salute to Gold Star Families
It’s a job that no one wants, being a surviving family member to those who sacrificed their lives serving our nation’s military. Today, the Ocean Springs Lions Club hosted a Salute to Gold Star Families. “Dallas was my oldest son.…
Gautier bank robbery suspect arrested
A suspect has been arrested in connection with a string of bank robberies. Fifty-two year-old Clifford Montague was taken into custody in Memphis after local investigators and the FBI linked him to three robberies. The latest robbery happened in South…
‘Rock your Socks’ for World Down Syndrome Day
The halls of Saucier Elementary School were infused with flashes of color, fun patterns, and googly-eyed characters this morning as teachers and students walked from class to class wearing their wildest, mismatched socks as a show of support for World…
A Salute to Gold Star Families
The table is set and there are plenty of people on hand, but it’s the empty seats that are the focus of a Lion’s Club meeting in Ocean Springs this afternoon. News 25’s Kristen Anzuini joins us from Aunt Jenny’s…
New casino in the works for D’Iberville
D’Iberville Mayor Rusty Quave has put five years of work into bringing another casino to the city and now the $350 million dream could become a reality. The process for developers is still in the works. Within 60 to 90…
JZ 94.5 celebrates 25 years over the air
JZ 94.5 has been over the air waves for 25 years and looks to be a soothing sound in your cars for many more to come. The road to success hasn’t been easy for Rip Daniels and the crew, but…