For widows like Mrs. Sarah Primus Memorial Day is always spent with her husband. Gunnery Sergeant Roscoe Primus served his country in the Marine Corps during World War II, the Korean War, and in Vietnam. He retired from the service…
They all give some, but some give all. Every year on this day, people gather at the Biloxi National Cemetery to honor those who gave their lives, both abroad and at home, in service to our country. Memorial Day is…
A popular Memorial Day Weekend tradition brought seafood lovers to Waveland. The annual St. Clare's Seafood Festival brought in crowds from across the Coast. Added for this year’s festival was a car show, bringing in participants from around the state.…
The Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi challenged the community to compete in a ‘Go-Ruck Challenge’ to benefit fallen Biloxi Police Officer Robert McKeithen. The community responded with hundreds of participants lining Highway 90 to march to the lighthouse for Officer McKeithen.…
The continued success of Southern Miss at the Conference USA Tournament has certainly helped the turnout of the event. After rain dampened the tournament last year, the Conference USA Tournament bounced back this season with an estimated $25 million brought…
Being over 7,000 miles away didn’t stop one Coast father from being a part of his son’s high school graduation. With a little help from the Harrison County School District, Major Thomas Klerk was able to watch his son graduate.…
A fiesta celebrating the end of the school year kicked off tonight at the Donal Snyder Community Center. For more than seven years, Biloxi Parks and Rec has been putting on this end of school summer party. It’s a party…
Just in time for Memorial Day Weekend, the long-awaited Hilton Garden Inn in Biloxi has opened their doors for business. This new hotel is complete with one hundred rooms and suites located near downtown Biloxi on Highway 90. Some of…
What a deal at Whataburger! The popular restaurant is paying it forward and helping out the Salvation Army in Mississippi. For the next three weeks, just a one dollar donation can get you a coupon for a free Whataburger with…
The graduations continue rolling. Tonight, the Christian Collegiate Academy’s Class of 2019 crossed the stage. This was a small class of only 16 graduates, but they definitely blazed a huge trail as each of the students graduated with honors. Family…
The 16th annual Oxford Film Festival is well underway. It’s happening at the Greenhouse on Porter in Ocean Springs. The weekend long event features a different live musical performance every day at 5 p.m. then the film starts at 7:30…
With crawfish season in full swing, what better way to raise money for a good cause than a community crawfish boil? The Climb CDC of Gulfport hosted their first boil and cook-off to help raise money for their organization. You…
As we go into the Memorial Day Weekend, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is showing their appreciation for our local heroes. From now through Saturday, adoption fees for all animals are waived for all military, first responders, and their…
Bikers from across the country are joining up on the Gulf Coast this weekend for the 37th annual Memorial Day Blowout. The blowout started today and goes on until Monday and features bike races, bike shows, a flea market, and…
Anglers across the country are hitting the water for red snapper season opening today. Private, recreational anglers and state-for-hire vessels kicked the season off at 12:01 this morning. There are a few things to keep in mind while out on…
Mississippi State University, Mississippi Commercial Fisheries United, and Mississippi Coalition for Vietnamese American Fisher Folks and Families have partnered together to clean up the Mississippi Sound. Marine debris and derelict crab traps are a growing issue for local fisherman here…
It’s a night of cinema in Ocean Springs as the Oxford Film Festival gets underway. This event is showcasing some of the best student films of the year. News 25’s Victoria Bailey is at the Greenhouse on Porter with more.
This morning about 50 people laced up their running shoes, put on blue shirts and hit the beach in Biloxi to run or walk two miles during the annual ‘Wear Blue: Run to Remember.” Each year before Memorial Day officials…
The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is giving South Mississippi residents a say in the projects that may receive funding from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act. MDMR will be accepting proposals for potential GOMESA funded projects. Proposals are…
The Biloxi Police Department arrested one man today for statutory rape. Nineteen-year-old Darwin Robert Dubon Ibanez of Biloxi was issued a warrant as the result of an investigation into allegations made back in October 2018. Ibanez had engaged in sexual…
In Hancock County, several branches of the American Legion, with heavy involvement by Post 139, are joining forces for multiple observances and Memorial Day ceremonies. On Saturday, May 25th from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm, members of the American Legion…
While many plan to vacation and enjoy the three-day weekend upon is, it's important to remember just what the Memorial Holiday is all about. That is to commemorate our U.S. service members who died while on active duty, something our…
A reminder for those of you planning to hit the road for the holiday weekend: Police throughout the state will be out in full force, keeping a close eye out for people who are not buckled up as the state…
Hopefully you can beat the heat this Memorial Day and avoid accidents as you and your family travel for a fun-filled holiday break or vacation during this extended holiday weekend. Be extra careful while driving here in Mississippi. Why? We…