Battling the flu
It appears a small number of flu cases have been diagnosed in South Mississippi, but it’s still not too late to protect you and your family from getting the flu this year. It’s that time of year again: flu season.…
Waveland Mayoral Election
Election season may be over for most of South Mississippi, but one very important vote is still on the ballot for tomorrow in Waveland. On December 4th, Waveland residents will have three choices for mayor: incumbent Mike Smith, Jay Trapani,…
Artist Showcase in Biloxi
The Gulf Coast is full of local talents and this weekend artwork of all kind was put on display. An artist showcase was held at the Biloxi Visitors Center Sunday. Local authors, jewelry makers, and potters had the chance to…
24th annual Holiday Tree Gala
The Hancock County Library has transformed into a true winter wonderland. If you are looking for a fun and educational way to spend the holidays, this is it. More than 50 businesses, organizations, and schools have unique trees up for…
Tour of Homes in Gulfport
Hundreds of people had the chance to live out their HGTV dreams all while giving back to the community. Sunday was Civic League of Gulfport’s 57th annual Tour of Homes. Four beautiful homes in the waterside neighborhood were on display.…
Vehicle runs off I-10 on-ramp in Harrison County
A vehicle ran off the on-ramp to I-10 and ended up on its side in a water-filled drainage culvert around 5 p.m. Saturday night. Harrison County Fire Marshal Pat Sullivan says the driver of the SUV is lucky to be…
One dead in early morning shooting in Gulfport
One man is dead following a shooting early Sunday morning that occurred near New Haven and Klein Road in Gulfport. Harrison County Deputy Coroner Brian Switzer identified the victim as 23-year-old Shawn Taylor Jr. of Gulfport. Gulfport police received a…
Diamonds and Ice 2018
Diamonds are forever and at the ‘Diamonds and Ice’ event at the Scarlet Pearl they helped raised money for a good cause. The D’Iberville and St. Martin Chamber of Commerce hosted this event for the Mississippi Center for Autism and…
Improving cell phone coverage in Mississippi
Does your cell phone lose service in some areas of Mississippi? Well, hopefully soon that will change. The FCC has a map that says 90 percent of Mississippi has cell phone service, but Sam Britton, the public service commissioner for…
Gulfport Christmas festivities
The City of Gulfport is ready to get into the Christmas spirit starting tomorrow. The Gulfport Christmas Parade will begin at 6 p.m. on Saturday. Before it begins the whole family can visit Sugarplum. Sugarplum will start at 3 p.m.…
Christmas on the Water boat parade
One of South Mississippi’s favorite Christmas celebrations is kicking off this Saturday. The Biloxi Christmas on the Water boat parade will start on Saturday at 6 p.m. It is free and you’ll get to see dozens of boats decked out…
Bradford-O’Keefe Coat Drive delivery
The Bradford-O’Keefe Funeral Home has been collecting sweaters and coats for close to four weeks now for homeless veterans in our area. Today, the funeral home delivered the warm clothing to the VA Hospital. The VA Hospital will now take…
Kiln mother kills son in alleged self defense
A mother shot and killed her son in self-defense in the Kiln this morning after being threatened with a knife. According to Hancock County Criminal Investigation Division Commander Glen Grannan, 22-year-old Matthew Baudan had an argument that escalated with him…
Wreaths for Veterans at Biloxi National Cemetery
For the past six years, members of the community have been placing wreaths on the headstones at the Biloxi National Cemetery. This year is going to be bigger and better than ever. For many a wreath is a symbol of…
Disney on Ice-Worlds of Enchantment
Many of your favorite Disney characters are right here in South Mississippi. You can get a front row seat to watch them perform at the Coast Coliseum in Biloxi in this weekend’s ‘Disney on Ice-Worlds of Enchantment.’ There will be…
Grand opening of Chick-Fil-A Gulfport
For those folks who have been waiting with bated breath for the Chick-Fil-A on Highway 49 in Gulfport to reopen, the wait is over. The newly renovated fast food joint reopened last week and today the city celebrated the finished…
Arrested for grand larceny
An arrest has been made in connection to a grand larceny in Biloxi. This morning, the Biloxi Police Department arrested 33-year-old Lindsey M. Hurlbut of Gulfport. Major Chris De Back says the arrest stemmed from an investigation into a theft…
Fourth annual ‘Flip the Switch’ at Jones Park
The Make-A-Wish Foundation and the City of Gulfport lit up the Christmas season for the Holland family at the fourth annual Flip the Switch event. Three-year-old Sumner Holland is battling leukemia. So, the Make-A-Wish Foundation decided to spread some Christmas…
Biloxi Fire Department awards ceremony
In honor of their hard work, dedication and putting their lives on the line, the Biloxi Fire Department held their second annual awards ceremony this evening. Awards stemming from training to recognition and appreciation plus more were given out tonight…
Hour of Code at D’Iberville High
D’Iberville High School STEM class students hosted an ‘hour of code’ demonstrations today and things got technical. The goal of the STEM class and this day is to spark the interest of students in learning the basics of computer science…
Biloxi Premiere Luxe Cinema opens
A brand new movie theater has opened its doors at the Edgewater Mall. Grab a soda and some popcorn because there is a brand new movie theater in Biloxi with eight screens. Food and Beverage Director Raven Harris said, “We’re…
Port of Gulfport restoration and expansion project complete
Hurricane Katrina nearly wiped out the Port of Gulfport. Thirteen years later, they will be cutting the ribbon Saturday to celebrate the completion of their $570 million expansion and restoration project. Three hundred acres is the current size of the…
Make-A-Wish: Flip the Switch
The Make-A-Wish Foundation looks to light up this Christmas season for the Holland family with the third annual ‘Flip the Switch’ at Jones Park. News 25’s Jaylon Morris is at Jones Park with more.