Vancleave Lower Elementary has officially been named a National ESEA Distinguished School! The school is one of only 100 schools throughout the country that is nationally recognized for…
Powerball's estimated jackpot is quickly nearing one billion and the lottery hysteria is setting in. People will begin to flock to the nearest convenience store…
For many South Mississippians, we all know how good our sunsets can be. Tonight was one of those nights. This is a photo sent in by Jen M.…
The Mississippi legislature will convene on Tuesday, January 2nd. We spoke with Senator Jeremy England from Jackson County about what he is expecting to see…
The Mississippi State Department of Health will continue an administrative hold on a large number of medical cannabis products until retesting can be completed. The administrative hold impacts only a portion of the medical cannabis products available through the state.…
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is accepting blankets during the winter season. If you have any old blankets or linens, donations are needed to help shelter pets and keep them warm. The donations can be dropped off at the…
Coming up this week, the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum is hosting their monthly history night this Thursday. History night is a fun experience for guests…
Mississippi Heroes announced their Ramp It Up program in August. They have since completed nine ramps. Mary Kippes tells us how life-changing these…
Powerball was not in the spirit of giving this Christmas. There was no jackpot winner in the lottery game's drawing Monday night. You can still get yourself a…
With Christmas now in the rearview mirror, the New Year's holiday is just a few days away. News 25 caught up with some officials for details on…
The legislative session will begin on January 2nd, so News 25 will be checking in with our local legislators about how they're feeling heading into next…
A developing story here in South Mississippi, Jackson County Law Enforcement Agencies are searching for a man missing since the morning of Christmas Eve. Sixty-year-old Joseph Ladnier has not been…
Jackson, Miss.—A 40-year veteran educator in Mississippi schools has been appointed as the newest member of the Mississippi Charter School Authorizer Board. Sandra McKiernon of DeSoto County, appointee of Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann, will serve the unexpired term of Kimberly…
The Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN) joins forces with Mississippi community colleges and universities alongside AI leaders, Intel Corporation and Dell Technologies, to nurture a thriving AI ecosystem. MAIN, a new statewide coalition of Mississippi community colleges and universities, is partnering…
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources’ 2024 Marine Information Calendars are now available at locations along the Coast. The agency held a photo contest earlier this year, and those chosen are featured each month and on the…
Mississippi Heroes honored a mother for being a caregiver. Kelli Tucker is the caregiver for her adult brother, Michael, and her son, Sam. The two of them are autistic and need accommodations…
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation has officially cleared Santa Claus and his reindeer for travel in Mississippi on Christmas Eve. MDOT is pleased to announce that St. Nick has passed all permitting and airspace requirements with flying colors…
JACKSON, Miss. – Today, the Mississippi Board of Animal Health (MBAH) issued a certificate of veterinary inspection to Santa Claus of the North Pole, which permits Mr. Claus’ reindeer to enter and exit the state of Mississippi between the hours…
JACKSON,MISS--Lottery retailers will have three new scratch-off games available starting Friday, Dec. 29. What better way to kick off the New Year? $1—Fat $50s: Approximate overall odds are 1:4.74. Win up to $5,000. $2—Bankroll Doubler: Approximate overall odds are 1:4.32.…
MOBILE, Dec. 20, 2023 — When blood products are fully stocked on hospital shelves, patients don’t have to wait for critical care. Giving blood with the American Red Cross in December can help those in need make more holiday memories with loved…
Is your home prepared for winter weather? MEMA is offering tips to help you winterize your home. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove. Insulate walls and attics, use caulk and weather stripping…
GULFPORT, Miss. – Tuesday night at the MSAQ Holiday Party, each full-time Crew Member of Mississippi Aquarium was given four general admission tickets with the direction of spreading some holiday cheer around the community. Tickets can be paid forward to the person…
JACKSON, MS — The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA), announced that the Mississippi Department of Employment Security (MDES), in partnership with Accelerate MS, has been awarded a Strategy Development Grant (SDG) to fund local planning activities related…
From the inauguration of a new president to milestones in research, The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) celebrated a momentous 2023. The highlights are too numerous to list in their entirety. Below is a rundown of news stories from this…