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Biloxi High Included in America’s Most Challenging High School List

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One coastal school is in the spotlight this week for its dedication to providing students the best education they can.

Fourth of July Celebration to Take Place at MGM Park

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While the Shuckers are way, Overtime Sports and Community Bank will be hosting a Fourth of July celebration at MGM Park.

Florida Artist Who Designed Wooden Oak Sculptures Returns to Give them Makeovers

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After nearly 10 years, the famous Katrina sculptures in Biloxi have received a makeover.

Palazzo Speaks at Gulfport Chamber of Commerce Military Affairs Luncheon

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Congressman Steven Palazzo was on hand to give the keynote address at the Gulfport Chamber of Commerce military affairs luncheon.

Texting and Driving Law to Take Effect July 1st

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Less than 48 hours from now, if you text and drive, it will cost you.

Wooden Oak Sculptures Get a Makeover

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After nearly ten years, the famous Katrina sculptures along Highway 90 in Biloxi have just received a makeover.

Jackson County Board of Supervisors Filing Suit against SRHS Former Audit Firm

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Today, the Jackson County Board of Supervisors announced they are moving forward with a lawsuit against Singing River Health Systems’ former audit firm.

Non-Shuckers Events to Take Place at MGM Park

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The Shuckers occupy MGM Park most of the time, but what else besides baseball can fans expect to see? News 25’s Katarina Luketich joins us live from Biloxi with the answer.

Gulfport Accident Required Jaws of Life

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This morning a Gulfport car accident required the Jaws of Life to remove two passengers.

4 Shootings Occurred in Moss Point over the Weekend

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The Moss Point Police Department is investigating shootings that took place over the weekend. All four were reported within 24 hours of each other.

Mississippi Actress Wants State Flag Changed

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Aunjanue Ellis, a Mississippi actress, is putting her support behind a movement to change the Mississippi state flag.

Same-Sex Couples Can Receive Marriage Licenses in Harrison County

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This morning, Mississippi Circuit Clerks received a new message from Hood saying it’s up to individual clerks whether or not they wanted to release marriage licenses to same-sex couples

Earthquake in Mississippi Today

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The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency has been notified by the United States Geological Survey that a 3.2 magnitude earthquake with a depth of three miles, centered just 4 miles southwest of Canton, Miss., struck at 8:23 a.m. Residents in the area reported feeling the rumbling in their homes. At this time Madison County Emergency Management is not reporting any injuries or damages.

Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Donates $2500 to Salvation Army

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Today, the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino presented a $2500 check to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Salvation Army.

Moss Point’s Devin Booker Selected in the NBA Draft Last Night

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Last year, Devin Booker graduated from Moss Point High School. After one season playing for the University of Kentucky, he’s now on to the NBA.

A Change of Command Ceremony Took Place at Keesler Air Force Base

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A change of command ceremony was held bright and early this morning at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi.

D’iberville Moms Bond Through Puppy Love

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Through the tragedy of losing children, two D’iberville mothers have bonded. Now they have grown even closer, all through puppy love.

Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse Hosts First Pirate Day in the Bay Event

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Bay St. Louis is bringing a new event to town: Pirate Day in the Bay.

Operation Dry Water Aims to Make Boating Safety a Top Priority

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Boat drivers beware! Multiple agencies will be out in full force this weekend on the lookout for drivers boating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The legal limit for both driving and boat is .08.