Travel tips for 2019
If travel is in your near future, you may want to book soon. According to Skyscanner, a travel search engine, the cheapest month to book airfare in 2019 will be January. January is known as a dead zone for traveling…
New year, new job?
2019 is here which means people are working hard to fulfill those New Years resolutions. If in the new year you are looking to find employment, Goodwill of South Mississippi has your back. Goodwill is in the business of putting…
Commercial fishing seasons opened January 1, 2019
Officials with the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announced this week that commercial fishing seasons for Red Drum, Gray Triggerfish and Greater Amberjack opened in Mississippi territorial waters on January 1, 2019 at 12:01 a.m. local time.
Finish Strong Mid-Year Back to School Kickoff
The holiday break is almost over for students on the Coast. However, the ‘Finish Strong Mid-Year Back to School’ kick-off took place to encourage children and parents in South Mississippi to end the school year on a good note. Gulfport…
Signa Artist MRI machine at Ocean Springs Hospital
The radiology department at Ocean Springs Hospital introduced their new MRI machine: the G.E. Signa Artist. It is state of the art and helps patients feel more comfortable and has cutting edge technology. G.E. calls it ‘MAGIC’ which stands for…
Biloxi looking ahead in 2019
Coming off a successful year, the City of Biloxi is looking forward to bigger and better things in 2019. Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich tells News 25 he’s trying to conclude a few projects from last year while trying to start…
Card shimming could be the new card skimming
You’ve probably heard of ‘skimming’ where thieves use a small device to steal credit card information from a credit or debit card transaction. Now, officials are warning the public to look out for ‘shimming.’ It’s very similar to skimming, but…
Funding and land acquired to help conservation
The Gulf Coast is finally getting the relief they need to help restore critical ecosystems that were destroyed in the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. In Jackson County more than 1,500 acres of essential coastal wildlife habitat in reserves and sanctuaries…
Animal shelters full after holidays
The holiday season is over and this time of year is one of the busiest for animal shelters across the country. For many, waking up to a new puppy or kitten on Christmas morning is a dream come true. Humane…
Nativity B.V.M Elementary Principal passes away
For the past 27 years, Sister Mary Jo Mike has made her presence felt as principal of Nativity BVM School in Biloxi. Sister Mary Jo passed away this morning. Nativity of the Blessed Rector Dennis Carver said, “Sister Mary Jo…
Pork butt fundraiser
Connect Fellowship Church is asking for your help to raise money for CASA of Harrison County. The church will be selling fully smoked whole pork butts for $40 each. If you want to purchase this meal for a good cause…
Benefits of filing income taxes early
A new year means tax season is right around the corner and it is never too early to start looking at your return information. Getting your finances in order for your taxes early can have multiple benefits. Early filers often…
Burglary of a vehicle arrest
Early this morning, Biloxi police arrested 28-year-old Anthony Edward Jacobi for burglarizing a vehicle. Major Chris De Back says a Biloxi police officer was patrolling the 1300 block of Beach Boulevard when he encountered Jacobi. Evidence collected from the scene…
Two women wanted for shoplifting
The Biloxi Police Department needs help identifying two subjects involved in shoplifting in the 1800 block of Popp’s Ferry Road. Police say one black female entered the business and loaded a cart with 15 cases of Corona beer. The second…
New Year baby born on the Coast
The Garden Park Medical Center kicked off their 2019 by helping deliver a baby boy for the New Year. Baby Bryce weighed in at 7 pounds 2 ounces. Bryce’s mother, Melissa Heskey, was beyond excited to welcome Baby Bryce into…
Human remains found in Desoto National Forest
An investigation is currently underway after human remains were found in the DeSoto National Forest. Harrison County Coroner Gary Hargrove says the remains were found on Christmas Day and taken into custody the following day. They are being sent to…
Good luck for 2019
To bring in good luck for the new year, it’s always good to eat some black-eyed peas and cabbage. Cajun’s Fabulous Fried Chicken Buffet in Gulfport was the place to be to usher in 2019. The restaurant made sure all…
Meeting financial resolutions
A new year can mean the perfect time to get your finances in order. Many people make it their New Year’s resolution to handle their money better. News 25 spoke with Edward Jones financial advisor Wendy Roper about things to…
Volunteering opportunities in the New Year
Many people try to set goals that will make their life better for the new year, but how about trying to make the new year better for someone else? During the holiday season, many people like to volunteer. While that…
Seniors getting into shape for the New Year
Getting in shape and going to the gym is hard for anyone and it can be especially challenging if you are over a certain age. One woman is making an offer to local seniors to help motivate them to go…
Oyster Ball Drop at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
South Mississippi waited on the oyster to drop to usher in 2019. The Maritime Seafood and Industry Museum hosted this event to add a Gulf Coast twist to the New Year. There was food, drinks, live entertainment, and fireworks. At…
Victim identified in fatal accident on Interstate 10
Last night at 7:00 p.m., The Mississippi Highway Patrol investigated a fatal crash which occurred on Interstate 10 eastbound near the 49 mile marker in Jackson County, claiming the life of one man. Upon arrival it appeared a 2017 Dodge…
Oyster Ball Drop at Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
South Mississippi is waiting on the oyster to drop to usher in 2019. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi with more.
Firework safety and pets
As you are lighting up the sky tonight with those fireworks be sure to keep your pets in mind. Valerie Katz with the Humane Society of South Mississippi says the loud noises and bright lights that come from fireworks can…