Harrison County Fair
Today is day two of the Harrison County Fair. The fair runs through Sunday. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us at the fairgrounds and tells us all the fun things you and your family can enjoy this weekend.
Hurricane Harvey relief drive
The Krewe of Neptune and the Margaritaville Resort are partnering together with the community tonight to support the victims of Hurricane Harvey and celebrate the kickoff to the NFL season. News 25’s Tanner Stewart joins now on the scene.
Dozens of menhaden fish die in Gulfport
Dozens of dead fish were seen floating in the water today from Long Beach to Gulfport. Melissa Scallan with the DMR says the fish are known as menhaden fish and this particular type of fish is known to be fragile.…
Ocean Springs murder suspect arrested
Around 1503 (3:03pm), a representative form the U.S. Marshall task force contacted the Ocean Springs Police Department to advise the Criminal Investigation Division that they have apprehended the wanted fugitive (Nicky J. Johns) for Murder after a vehicle pursuit that…
PreK4WARD expands in Harrison County
The United Way of South Mississippi’s PreK4WARD program has expanded in the Harrison County School District, preparing even more four-year-olds for kindergarten. Pineville Elementary School is the latest Harrison County School to host a PreK4WARD classroom. A total of 20…
Wanted for alleged purse theft
The Biloxi Police Department needs the public’s help identifying an unknown older white male wanted for an alleged purse theft. This man, wanted by police, was seen on surveillance video walking through the IP Casino when the theft happened on…
Krewe of Nereids Arts and Crafts Show
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Jeannie Richardson and Mary Ann Pucheu about the Krewe of Nereids Arts and Crafts Fest on September 9th and 10th. For more information please visit thekreweofnereids.com
10th Annual Southern Magnolia 100
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Eddie Holmes about the 10th Annual Southern Magnolia 100 on Sunday October 1st, Success Civic Center registration ends September 30th. Registration is $45 members, $50 non-members more info at gbc.clubexpress.com
Church Group Bringing Aid To Harvey: Live Report
News 25's Gina Tomlinson interviews Pastor Eric E. Dickey about his churches effort to bring aid to the Hurricane Harvey victims.
Update on Public Safety
News 25's Hank Davis interviews Hannah Burnett about the about Public Safety Meeting on Sept 14th as the doors open at 7:30 am and the program begins at 8:00 am at the Knight Nonprofit Center, Regions Banquet Room.
6th Annual Rock-N-Roll-Over
News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Katie King and Janet McCarroll about the 6th annual Rock-N-Roll-Over. On Friday Sept 15th at 7 pm, $60 per person and $100 per Couple, proceeds benefit goes to the Humane Society of South Mississippi.
MGM Park To Host Potential Playoff Games
News 25's Laurene Callander about the relocation of the of some Florida baseball teams playoffs here in Biloxi.
Gautier man sentenced for mail fraud
A former Gautier resident is sentenced to serve 25 months in federal prison for mail fraud in connection with the Deep Water Horizon Oil Spill. According to the Department of Justice, 39-year-old Leonard Thomas carried out a scheme to defraud…
Man charged with murdering brother
A Gulfport man is arrested after allegedly shooting his younger brother multiple times in Poplarville. Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department arrested 60-year-old Steven Stuart Tuesday night after his 53-year-old brother, John Stuart, was killed in his home on Newman Road.…
Operation BBQ Relief
The Shed Barbecue and Blues Joint in Ocean Springs is part of Operation BBQ Relief and sending semi-trucks full of items to Hurricane Harvey victims. The Shed has been a part of Operation BBQ Relief since 2011, lending a helping…
Harvey donation drive at the Scarlet Pearl Casino
South Mississippians did not hesitate to reach out to Texas when Hurricane Harvey hit. Many businesses, small or large, felt the need to step in and do what they can to assist those in need and the Scarlet Pearl Casino…
Vendors set up for first ever Trader’s Village
If you enjoy history, homemade art, and family fun you may want to come out to Beauvoir this weekend. Vendors and tradesmen were setting up in Biloxi today for Beauvoir’s first annual trader’s village. The three day festival will have…
Diversity Day at Keesler Air Force Base
The Air Force has a legacy of leading the way in removing barriers to opportunity. Today, Keesler Air Force Base did just that at their annual Diversity Day Celebration. Members in charge of the celebration told News 25 that respecting…
D’Iberville Fire Department accepting donations
The D’Iberville Fire Department opened its station as a location to donations for Harvey victims. Hundreds of items filled the semi-truck from Gollott and Sons with cleaning supplies, non-perishable food items, water, and hygiene items. The Shed BBQ in Jackson…
Gulfport helps out Texas community
Gulfport officials made it to Rockport, Texas on Tuesday and today they met with the sheriff’s Office for a relief effort meeting. The Rockport Police Department toured the city with Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes, showing the destruction of Hurricane Harvey.…
Coast residents prepare for Hurricane Irma
Coast residents are stocking up at supermarkets just in case Hurricane Irma makes an unexpected turn. Since the stormed developed into a category 5 hurricane, some local stores have run out of water. Parking lots are packed and supplies are…
$5 Pet adoptions at Humane Society of South Mississippi
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is currently offering $5 adoptions for all animals in the shelter from now until Saturday with any donation of dry dog or cat food. This includes cats, kittens, dogs, and puppies regardless of size…
Second annual Harrison County Fair
The summer may be winding down, but the second annual Harrison County Fair is heating up here in South Mississippi. Gates open tonight at 5 for the first day of the free event. Tonight at 6, one church kicks off…
Hurricane preps
With all eyes on Hurricane Irma, some false information is floating around and causing a panic among residents in South Mississippi. Harrison County Emergency Management Director Rupert Lacy is working nonstop to track the possible path of the category five…