Mega Millions winning numbers for May 22nd, 2020
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Practice grilling safety over Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend is here and for many people this might be the first time in months they have the chance to gather in small groups with friends or family. So, while you are grilling, make sure you pay close…
Ship Island Excursion trips put off until at least June 5th
Everyone is looking forward to this three day weekend including our locals and visitors planning to relax on the legendary Mississippi Sound, but those who were looking forward to taking a trip with Ship Islands Excursions will have to wait…
President Trump declares churches ‘essential,’ calls on them to reopen
WASHINGTON (AP) - President Donald Trump says he has deemed churches and other houses of worship essential and is calling on governors to allow them to reopen this weekend despite the threat of the coronavirus. He says: “Today I’m identifying…
Our Lady of Fatima Elementary holds graduation ceremony
It’s graduation season, but for so many this moment won’t be the same during the global pandemic. Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School traditionally holds graduation in a church, but since large group congregation is currently prohibited they moved the…
Mississippi shrimp season opens May 28
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources has set the opening date of the 2020-2021 shrimp season in state territorial waters for 6 a.m. Thursday, May 28. All regulations of the MDMR will be in full force and effect,…
Casinos reopened with new safety measures in place
Some casinos in Mississippi have reopened for the first time in two months. They are following state guidelines to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The State Gaming Commission says numbers of players are limited for blackjack and…
Toddler fatally hit by vehicle in Biloxi
On May 22, 2020 officers from the Biloxi Police Department responded to Rich’s Carwash on Popp’s Ferry Road for a report of a toddler being run over by a vehicle that was backing up in the parking lot. Upon arrival,…
Ocean Springs High Class of 2020
Here is the Class of 2020 at Ocean Springs High School. Kaekoa Siangco is the valedictorian and Aydin Elise Virga is…
MGCCC to recognize graduates during the 2020 Virtual Commencement Ceremony
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College will recognize 2,133 graduates during a Virtual Commencement Ceremony on Thursday, May 28 at 6 p.m. A total of 3,337 degrees, certificates and diplomas will be conferred, and more than 201 graduates will receive honors.…
MDEQ issues two Beach Water Contact Advisories in Harrison County
(JACKSON, Miss.) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ), through its Beach Monitoring Program, issued beach water contact advisories Friday for Station 10B and Station 11. These segments of beach are not closed; however, there may be an increased…
East Central High Class of 2020
Here is the Class of 2020 for East Central High School in Hurley. Rylee Sharpton is the valedictorian and Ashlyn Hinton…
Mississippi sees spike in reported COVID-19 cases, 13 deaths
Mississippi reported a spike in reported COVID-19 cases, even as restrictions are easing and more people are getting out and about. There were 402 new cases of COVID-19 and 16 deaths on Thursday, the Department of Health reported today. Three…
Reeves announces storm disaster assistance from SBA
Governor Tate Reeves on Friday announced disaster assistance for Mississippi businesses and residents hit by the severe storms and tornado on April 19, 2020. Working to help Mississippians recover from the devastation, Governor Reeves sent a letter to Administrator Jovita…
State Legislature to reconvene Tuesday; economy is on agenda
Mississippi senators will receive a full briefing on the economic outlook of Mississippi and revenue projections when the 2020 Legislative Session reconvenes next week, according to a press release from Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann. State Economist Dr. Darrin Webb and…
Gulfport Police investigate early-morning traffic fatality
Gulfport Police Department is investigating a traffic fatality that occurred early Friday morning. At about 2:09 a.m., officers responded to Highway 90 and Thornton Avenue, in reference to an overturned vehicle crash with injuries. The on-scene investigation revealed that a…
Christian Collegiate Academy Class of 2020
Here is the Class of 2020 for Christian Collegiate Academy in Gulfport. Braden Harrison Martinelli is the valedictorian and…
Scarlet Pearl Casino reopens with safety guidelines in place
It’s a day many have been waiting on: the reopening of some casinos throughout the Coast. While gamblers are out to place their bets, the Scarlet Pearl Casino is taking no chances when it comes to the safety of its…
Popp’s Ferry Elementary celebrates kindergartners with drive-thru graduation
Not even the sun, heat, and humidity could burn off the enthusiasm running rampant at Popp’s Ferry Elementary School today. A picture-perfect moment for Sydni Bastel and her son, Major Cruz, as they and others celebrated a milestone for these…
Staying safe on the roads while traveling for Memorial Day
Memorial Day Weekend is almost upon us, but while you are celebrating it is important to make sure you are being safe. Last year, more than 43 million Americans traveled during Memorial Day Weekend. While travel is expected to be…
Shrimp industry hit by coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has crippled industries across the country including Louisiana’s shrimping industry. Louisiana is known for its fresh seafood which is shipped all over the world. Brown shrimp season started on Monday and so far it hasn’t been good.…
Most Coast casinos open today with new safety guidelines in place
Many Coast casinos opened their doors back open to the public this morning. At the Golden Nugget in Biloxi, many people lined up out in front of the casino waiting until they were officially opened to the public at 8…
Scarlet Pearl Casino reopened today
Now that some Coast casinos have been open for a few hours, let’s check in with News 25’s Victoria Bailey to see how reopening day is going.
Local resident wins $90K jackpot on opening day at Palace Casino in Biloxi
Within an hour after opening this morning, Palace Casino Resort had a player win a jackpot totaling over $90,000 on a Dollar Storm Progressive slot machine. The local guest who won asked to remain unnamed.