City of Gautier receives federal funding for piece of history
The City of Gautier received federal funding to restore a piece of its history. News 25's Brooke Parker has more from Shepard State Park.
Ward 7 Councilman David Shoemaker sworn in at Biloxi City Hall
David Shoemaker was sworn in as the Ward 7 City Councilman on Tuesday, March 19 at Biloxi City Hall. Shoemaker won in a special election called to fill Nathan Barrett's unexpired term. Barrett resigned after being elected Harrison County Supervisor…
Ezell asks FEMA to adopt new flood maps
Congressman Mike Ezell and the rest of the Mississippi Delegation asked FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to consider updated flood maps for South Mississippi. Ezell asked Criswell about the…
Rip Daniels of JZ 94.5, Gulfport, named one of Mississippi’s Most Influential African Americans for 2023-24
TUPELO, MISSISSIPPI (March 6, 2024) – “Our Mississippi” magazine publisher Wesley Wells has announced that 14 individuals have been selected as Mississippi’s Most Influential African Americans for 2023-24. Wells said the individuals were selected by an independent panel of business…
64-year-old arrested and charged with sexual battery in Gulfport
On March 20, 2024, the Gulfport Police Department arrested 64-year-old David Patrick Burkart and charged him with one count of Sexual Battery. Through the course of the investigation, Detectives learned that Burkart had sexual relations with a juvenile victim. Burkart…
Mississippi Aquarium hosts special penguin Easter Egg hunt
GULFPORT, Miss. – This year, Mississippi Aquarium is trading in their Easter bunny eggs for special penguin eggs! Throughout the day on Saturday, March 30th, Mississippi Aquarium guests will be able to join in on the fun of a FREE special…
City of Biloxi holding Easter Event
Biloxi will be hosting an Easter event at the Biloxi Town Green on Saturday, March 23rd. The Easter event will be held from 9 in the morning until 11:30. Any children from…
Fair Housing and Heirs’ Property Workshop
The City of D’Iberville and the Mississippi Center for Justice are hosting a Fair Housing and Heirs’ Property Workshop tonight. At this workshop, you can learn more about the Fair…
WJZD celebrates 30 years
WJZD celebrates 30 years of broadcasting on the Mississippi Coast. The radio station celebrated the milestone with a ribbon cutting ceremony along with the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce. After serving…
Singing River Connect and Jackson County are providing free Wi-Fi at Hurley’s Lum Cumbest Park
Singing River Connect is announcing its partnership with Jackson County to provide free Wi-Fi service at Lum Cumbest Park in Hurley. At East Central Civic Association’s Old Fashion Day event on Saturday, March 23, Singing River Connect representatives will visit with…
Arrested on felony charges of fleeing, assault on a law enforcement officer, and other charges
On March 20th, Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley announced the arrest of 41-year-old Christopher Colt Brown of Diamondhead on felony charges of felony fleeing, assault on a law enforcement officer, and federal drugs and firearms violations. Harrison County Sheriff’s Office…
One suspect in custody, another being sought in vulnerable adult exploitation case
Pascagoula Police have charged one person and are searching for another suspect in an exploitation of a vulnerable adult case. On Tuesday, police arrested 41-year-old Dandalone Herrera-Johnson on a charge of exploitation of a vulnerable adult. She was taken to…
Harrison County Sheriff's Office holds Shop with a Cop at Academy Sports + Outdoor
The Harrison County sheriff’s office was at Academy Sports and Outdoors, on Wednesday, letting kids pick out the latest and greatest gear. The shopping binge was held by the sheriff’s office…
Local church celebrates 120 years by hosting community events, scholarship gala
Morning Star Baptist Church has been hosting multiple events this March to celebrate this anniversary. The church has held community events for the youth, young adults, and…
Morning Star Baptist Church celebrates 120 years of resilience and unity
Since 1904 - in a residential Gulfport neighborhood - the community has joined together for worship at Morning Star Baptist Church. Morning Star Baptist Church has been around for…
Governor Tate Reeves signs multiple bills into law
Governor Tate Reeves signed two bills on Tuesday designating special days for groups and another for hunting. Reevs signed House Bill 124 that designated the fourth Thursday in March as Tuskegee Airmen Day. He also signed House Bill 365, designating…
‘A Femininity and Care Part VI’ event by Manners 2 Grace on March 23rd
A non-profit organization will be hosting an event in Picayune this Saturday. Manners 2 Grace is an organization focusing on creating a path for youth and women to achieve their goals. The ‘A Femininity Brunch and Care VI’ will be…
IMMS Sea Turtle release Thursday in Biloxi
The next sea turtle release in South Mississippi gets underway tomorrow. It’s the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies first one of 2024. The IMMS team will gather on the…
Man denied cigarettes charged with armed robbery
Gulfport Police have charged a man with armed robbery after he was denied sale of cigarettes. Police arrested 25-year-old Anival Avila and charged him with armed robbery. He was taken to the Harrison County jail and held on $100,000 bond.…
TRAFFIC ALERT: VEHICLE FIRE ON I-10W BEFORE EXIT 57
There is a vehicle fire on I-10 headed west. The fire is in Jackson County just before Exit 57. According to Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Cal Robertson, there were on injuries. Both…
Pearl River Community College annual Career Fair
The annual Career Fair is taking place at Pearl River Community College. The fair offers opportunities to network with industry professionals, explore exciting career opportunities, and take your career to new heights. If you are interested in stopping by the…
New housing project in Pass Christian
The property is the former location of the St. Paul Catholic Church and has remained vacant since 2005 after being destroyed during Hurricane Katrina. “And the rest of the property has been…
Biloxi council delays Black Spring Break permit decision amid safety concerns
The Biloxi City Council was set to meet to take up an appeal on a permit request for a plot of land during Black Spring Break, which…
Wiggins plans for downtown boardwalk
Last month, the City of Wiggins received a $1.25 million grant from MDOT for a downtown boardwalk. The grant was first reported by the Stone County Enterprise. The boardwalk will run…