City of Biloxi prepares for Zeta
Biloxi is putting their storm plans in place in anticipation of impacts from Zeta. The city declared a state of emergency earlier this afternoon at a city council meeting and city departments are working to prep the…
‘Downtown Biloxi Community Market Continues Festival Series’ Pumpkin Palooza October 29, 2020 canceled due to storm
Biloxi Main Street is canceling the Downtown Community Market Festival Series that was scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2020. The market festival is canceled due to storm Zeta. The Biloxi Community/Farmers Market is located under the I-110 corner of Howard…
Jackson County Circuit Clerk open Wednesday for absentee voting
Although Jackson County Government offices will be closing at noon Wednesday in preparation of Tropical Storm Zeta, the Jackson County Circuit Clerk’s Office will remain open. Voters wishing to vote absentee will need to have a photo I.D. and a…
Harrison County storm shelters to open Wednesday afternoon
The following Harrison County storm shelters will open at on Wednesday, Oct. 28: County Farm Road 361 Shelter 15038 County Farm Road in Gulfport (2 p.m.) Saucier Lizana Road 361 Shelter 23771 Saucier Lizana Road in Saucier (2 p.m.) D’Iberville…
Mississippi Aquarium closed Wednesday, October 28th due to Zeta
GULFPORT, MS - Due to the threat of inclement weather from Zeta, Mississippi Aquarium will be closed Wednesday, October 28. The Aquarium will reopen Thursday, October 29. For those who have pre-purchased tickets for any of these days, please visit…
Declaration of Emergency for Harrison County
Meanwhile, the Harrison County Board of Supervisors made a local declaration of emergency for Harrison County this morning ahead of Zeta. The declaration will allow Harrison County access to state and federal assistance if needed. The county…
Mandatory evacuation for Long Beach Harbor
A mandatory evacuation for the Long Beach Harbor has been called as of this morning in the wake of Zeta. City officials say all vessels, lines, hose and dock boxes must be removed no later than 6…
10/27 - Rob's Tuesday Afternoon "Zeta Update" Forecast
Spotty rain continues to move in from the south with t-storms ahead this afternoon...
10/27 - Rob's Tuesday Mid-Morning "Tracking Zeta" Forecast
Zeta is back over open waters...this time in the southern Gulf of mexico...
10/27 – Brantly Keiek's Tuesday Morning Tropical Storm Zeta Update
(WXXV) — As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, Tropical Storm Zeta had maximum sustained winds of 70 mph with higher gusts. Zeta is forecast to re-strengthen when it moves over the southern Gulf of Mexico later this morning, and become a…
Biloxi High School graduate is the youngest African American Boeing 777 pilot
A former Biloxi resident and Indians grad made history last week without him even knowing about it. Twenty-three-year-old Malik Sinegal became the youngest African-American in the world to be certified as a Boeing 777 pilot as well…
Coastal harbors begin storm preps
There were sunny skies and calm water at many Coast harbors this afternoon, but boat owners and officials spent the day making preparations for possible tropical activity. From Biloxi to Long Beach and beyond, boat owners are…
Salvation Army hosting virtual pet kettle fundraiser
It’s a battle between two furry friends as the Salvation Army Mississippi Gulf Coast is hosting their virtual Pet Kettle Fundraiser. The area commanders have their dog Maribelle going against their cat Sarah and you can donate…
Seniors receive free rides for absentee voting in
Community leaders in the City of Gulfport are making sure everyone has a chance to cast their votes this election season. District 119 Representative Sonya Williams Barnes along with other elected officials loaded up the vans and…
Harrison County back under mask mandate
Harrison County has now been added to Governor Tate Reeves’ mask mandate list along with six other additional counties. At his press briefing this afternoon, Governor Reeves announced the following counties that will be added to the…
Harrison County EMA watching Zeta
Don’t pack up your hurricane kit just yet! While hurricane season is almost over, there’s Zeta to worry about. News 25 reached out to the Harrison County Emergency Management Agency to gather information regarding Zeta preparations. This…
Suspect wanted for armed robbery in Saucier
Authorities are on the look out for a man wanted for armed robbery in Saucier over the weekend. According to Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers, the incident happened Saturday, October 24th at 9:21 p.m. The suspect is described as a heavy-set…
Wounded Warrior Project fishing tournament took place in Gautier
The Wounded Warrior Project celebrated our brave veterans with a three-day event in Gautier, ending with a bass fishing tournament. Honoring wounded soldiers who fought along side each other caught a lot of attention and bonded these…
St. Mark United Methodist Church members surprise pastor with parade
The pastor of St. Mark United Methodist Church in Gulfport had an exciting surprise waiting for him in the church parking lot Sunday. Members of the congregation showed their love and appreciation for Pastor Rapheal Johnson and…
Self-serve sand bag locations
In preparation for severe weather, here is a list of self-serve sand bag locations across the Coast. Harrison County Self-Serve Sand Bag Locations are at the following locations: Harrison County Road Department: 10076 Lorraine Rd. Gulfport D’Iberville Work Center: 10085…
10/26 - Rob Knight's Midday News "Zeta Update"
A BEAUTIFUL Monday afternoon ahead with sunshine mix with clouds and warm temperatures in the low 80s...
TECH BYTE: Apps Help You Safely Celebrate Halloween
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10/26 – Brantly's Monday Morning Tropical Storm Zeta Update
As of 7 a.m. Monday, the center of Tropical Storm Zeta was moving toward the northwest at about 9 mph. Observations from a NOAA Hurricane Hunter aircraft indicate that maximum sustained winds are near 70 mph with higher gusts. Strengthening…
Servicewomen killed in Alabama plane crash identified
FOLEY, Ala. (AP) - Authorities have identified the two service members who were killed when their plane crashed in a residential Alabama neighborhood. U.S. Coast Guard Ensign Morgan Garrett and U.S. Navy Lt. Rhiannon Ross were on a routine training…