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 helped senior citizens in the area with free transportation to their polling locations. It’s a last minute push for absentee voting in the…
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 nine already under the order: Harrison Madison Marshall Jones Carroll Leake Benton Dr. Thomas Dobbs mentioned that 19 percent of ICU capacity remains…
The Mississippi State Department of Heath reported 675 new COVID-19 cases and eight new deaths today including one in Jackson County and one in George County. The statewide total stands at 115,763 confirmed cases and 3,263 deaths. Here are the numbers for our area: Hancock County has 850 cases and 28 deaths Harrison County has 5,272 cases and 84 deaths…
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 year, Harrison County EMA has had a lot of close calls, with a lot of practice they’re actively monitoring conditions for residents with…
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 men once again. Dozens of military families, veterans and community members came to Gautier this past Saturday in support of the Wounded Warrior…
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 First Lady Cynthia Johnson with a surprise parade. Services are happening online and in house due to COVID-19. But church members say the…
A U.S. Navy aircraft crashed into a house southeast of Mobile, Alabama and at least two people died according to police. The Foley Fire Department has confirmed the residents of the house that was hit during the plane crash were not injured despite the substantial damage to the house. Sources have confirmed the plane that crashed in Baldwin County was…
The 30th annual Gautier Mullet and Music Fest is sure to safely lure in families and festival-goers tomorrow. There will be a few changes as set up begins for the event, including new signage and hand-washing stations. There will be plenty of food, a kid’s zone, live music, and local vendors to get a jump start on your holiday shopping…
It’s spooky season on the Coast, but in light of COVID-19 Halloween looks a little different this year. Tomorrow, the City of Biloxi is hosting their first ever Halloween on Howard. The drive-thru trick-or-treating event kicks off at 5 p.m. Cars are expected to line up on Porter Avenue beginning at 4:30 p.m. Public Affairs Specialist Cecilia Dobbs Walton says…
In this very busy world, it’s good to take time out for yourself. That’s what the folks at the Mental Health Association of South Mississippi encouraged dozens to do today at Self-Care Day inside the Biloxi Civic Center. Self-Care Day included an expert panel, a family recovery story, and much more. Kay Daneault with the Mental Health Association of South…
The family of the late Judge Sheila Jackson Osgood gathered at Moss Point City Hall Friday in honor of her memory. Osgood’s three surviving sons were joined by family members as the oldest, Nubian Holmes, talked about his mother’s legacy. Osgood was found stabbed to death in her Moss Point home Wednesday. The family asked for understanding and care on…
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 795 new COVID-19 cases and seven new deaths including one in Hancock County. The statewide total stands at 113,876 confirmed cases and 3,238 deaths. Here are the numbers in our area: Hancock County has 816 cases and 28 deaths Harrison County has 5,129 cases and 83 deaths Jackson County has 4,503 cases and…
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is putting on a huge virtual event that’s taking place this evening. You can join their Facebook page from now until 9 p.m. for their virtual Rock and Roll Over Silent Auction. You can also check out their livestream Tailgate Pawty from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. tonight. This will be a virtual even…
The Bay St. Louis Police Department is investigating a murder that occurred Wednesday night. At approximately 11:21 p.m., the Bay St. Louis Police Department responded to a shooting on the 300 block of Keller Street. A witness reported numerous shots fired into an occupied vehicle. A single victim, identified as 30-year-old Trellis Burnett of Bay St. Louis suffered multiple gunshot…
Starting September 9, 2020, Harrison County School District schools will be offering universal free meals to all children ages 18 and under, whether they are learning at school or virtually. On Tuesday night, the Harrison County School Board approved the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s extension of the Summer Food Service Program through the fall semester. The program will allow parents/guardians to pick up…
Brand-New Music Challenge Series I CAN SEE YOUR VOICE Hosted and Executive-Produced by THE MASKED SINGER Panelist Ken Jeong Special Sneak Peek Episode of Emmy Award-Nominated THE MASKED SINGER to Air Sunday, September 13 FOX has fast-tracked the all-new music guessing game unscripted series I CAN SEE YOUR VOICE, hosted and executive-produced by comedian, actor and THE MASKED SINGER panelist Ken Jeong….
Recalling their relief efforts during the aftermath of hurricane Katrina, The Salvation Army today continues sharing HOPE in the community that saw so much destruction. On Friday, August 28, The Salvation Army Kroc Community Center, Biloxi’s hidden gem and the site where “The Dome” served community members throughout the aftermath of hurricane Katrina. The Kroc Center will be open, offering tours…
On Monday, June 22, FOX will partner with GLAAD to host an intimate conversation with FOX talent (past and present) and artists from GLAAD’s team. FOX’s #TVFORALL campaign will feature images from photographer Sydney Claire, spotlighting FOX talent including Leslie Joran and Cheyenne Jackson (“Call Me Kat”), Raven-Symone (“The Masked Singer,” “Celebrity Watch Party”), Bella Thorne (“The Masked Singer”), Fortune…
By JANET McCONNAUGHEY and REBECCA SANTANA Associated Press Ten years after a well blew wild under a BP platform in the Gulf of Mexico, killing 11 men and touching off the nation’s worst offshore oil spill, gulf waters sparkle in the sunlight, its fish are safe to eat, and thick, black oil no longer visibly stains the beaches and estuaries. Brown pelicans,…
BENTONVILLE, Ark., April 14, 2020 – Walmart is launching a pickup hour for people most at-risk for COVID-19. Each day the hour from 7 to 8 a.m. at select pickup store locations will be reserved for customers over the age of 60, as well as first responders, customers with disabilities and anyone designated high-risk by the Centers for Disease Control and…
Exposing yourself to the sun or to temperatures higher than 77 degrees Fahrenheit does not prevent the coronavirus disease. The World Health Organization says, “You can catch COVID-19, no matter how sunny or hot the weather is. Countries with hot weather have reported cases of COVID-19. To protect yourself, make sure you clean your hands frequently and thoroughly and avoid…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Thursday morning, the Mississippi State Department of Health announced 108 new cases of coronavirus in the Magnolia State. The total for COVID-19 cases Mississippi now stands at 485, with 2776 individuals tested by the MSDH Public Health Laboratory. Five people have died in Mississippi as a result of the coronavirus, including one reported in Hancock County…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Tuesday morning, the Mississippi State Department of Health announced 71 new cases of coronavirus in the Magnolia State. The total for COVID-19 cases Mississippi now stands at 320, with 1872 individuals tested by the MSDH Public Health Laboratory. One fatality as a result of coronavirus was reported in Hancock County last week. MSDH reports 13 cases…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Monday morning, the Mississippi State Department of Health announced 42 new cases of coronavirus in the Magnolia State. The total for COVID-19 cases Mississippi now stands at 249, with 1392 individuals tested by the MSDH Public Health Labratory. MSDH reports 12 cases of COVID-19 in Pearl River County, 21 cases in Harrison County, 7 in Jackson…