There’s a new Coast Transit Authority transit center and hub of operations in Gulfport. The fate of the old Harrison County Library in downtown Gulfport hung in the balance for years after Hurricane Katrina nearly demolished it. But on this day, it’s time to turn the page on a new chapter and life for the old library as the Coast…
There’s no need for unhealthy trendy diets. Eat Right Meal Prep has you covered when getting healthy for 2021. Searching for healthy food options can help you reach your New Year’s health goals. Eat Right Meal Prep on Cowan Road in Gulfport already has it all figured out. Owner Michele Clark said, “What you consume is what you are and…
Gulfport’s very own Mississippi Aquarium has reeled in one very prestigious recognition. It looks like they’re big fish now as they ranked number four by USA Today as one of the top ten in the category ‘Best New Attraction.’ They were selected by a poll with people from all over the country voting. The aquarium is thrilled to receive this…
As they say, the show must go on and it is at some South Mississippi theatres like Premiere Lux Cinema at Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. Social distancing guidelines are in effect with proper social distancing and other measures at the Biloxi theatre, but movies are still playing on the big screen. You can even rent your own theatre space to…
Vaccinations are here but they’re being distributed a little slower than expected. That’s what Governor Tate Reeves said this afternoon as he updates the state on where we stand with COVID-19. Governor Reeves believes the reason why the process is moving so slow is because the CDC’s decision to hold back and focus on whom should be getting the vaccine…
After getting married at Jones Park on New Years Day, Jen Jones was robbed of her father’s ashes while having a celebratory toast with her wedding party at the VFW in Gulfport where she worked for ten years. Friday night around 6 p.m. at the VFW on 15206 Dedeaux Road in Gulfport, Jen Jones realized someone got in her husband’s…
Looking for a creative space to head into the new year? Well, look no further than Our Creative Space, a new business on the Gulf Coast looking to help people showcase their talents and artistic abilities. Soothing music fills the room at Our Creative Space, a place where people and artists of every medium come together to collaborate on artistic…
COVID vaccines have been in Mississippi for a couple of weeks now. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health, 20,003 people have been vaccinated. Starting today, vaccination sites open across the state. Vaccinations are still in phase one focusing on healthcare workers and residents and staff at long term health care facilities. State Epidemiologist Dr. Paul Byers wants to…
Senator Roger Wicker is supporting the COVID-19 relief package as Congress approves new aid and several Wicker-led bills. This past week, President Trump signed a new COVID-19 relief bill paired with legislation to fund the government through the end of fiscal year 2021. The government funding package included additional measures that will benefit Mississippi. Wicker says he helped guarantee support…
The Mississippi State Department of Heath has reported 1,616 new COVID-19 cases and 13 new deaths. The statewide total stands at 223,677 cases and 4,884 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area: Hancock County has 2,138 new cases and 55 deaths Harrison County is now at 11,228 total cases and 160 deaths Jackson County has…
Today on Mom to Mom, we’ve got a very creative way to help your kids learn how to save money. Tags: Mom to Mom
A Gulf Coast family of three escaped a house fire located on Peyton Drive early this morning. Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan says the family escaped the fire around 2:30 a.m. after smoke alarms alerted them of a fire in the home. Fire crews from Harrison County Fire Rescue, Gulfport Fire Department, and CRTC arrived to find fire shooting…
Every Monday on WXXV we feature a child from Mississippi hoping to get adopted. Today we’ll meet Raymon, a fun-loving, skateboarding 13-year-old. “Hi my name is Raymon and I’m 13 years old. I’ve been in Mississippi my whole life. And I like it because it’s big. I would like to live on the beach. “ “I was just fishing, and…
Here are the numbers for tonight’s Mega Millions draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation. Categories: Mississippi State News, News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mega Millions, Mississippi Lottery
The New Year’s tradition of setting goals for the year to come is not limited to resolutions about getting fit or losing weight. The time-honored custom of making New Year’s resolutions allows people to refocus their energy on self-improvement, beginning on the first of January each year. Resolutions can range from wanting to learn a new language to reading a…
A record number of people turned to the alternative health treatment CBD to ease their stress and anxiety in 2020. A local CBD business discusses the benefits of using CBD going into the new year. We have entered a new year and people are looking to keep their stress and anxiety levels down. 2020 was a stressful year for many…
Fireworks lit up the night sky in many areas on the Coast last night. To celebrate the end of a year unlike any other, News 25 caught up with one vendor to see how sales shaped up this holiday season. COVID delayed and canceled many firework shipments and weather was a big soggy overnight, but Eddie Lovitt, owner of White…
Gulf Coast residents are hopeful for a better 2021. Families spent time on the beach grateful for the time they have together. On the first day of 2021, families on the Gulf Coast gathered on the beach enjoying our warm January weather and reflecting on things they learned in 2020. Pass Christian resident Holly Rhodes said, “Time is a gift…
Some of the most common new year’s resolutions are to focus on diet, exercise, or weight loss. A gym membership might be able to help those that are being health conscious this new year. While there are multiple gyms to choose from finding one that you feel comfortable in might help you stick with your resolution. At Bayou View Fitness…
The U.S. has surpassed 20 million coronavirus cases. As of yesterday, the U.S. had 20 million positive cases since tracking began in February with more than 345,000 deaths. The country crossed the 19 million case mark less than a week ago on December 26th. Categories: Health, News, US & World News Tags: coronavirus, COVID-19, health
Moss Point police are investigating a New Year’s Eve shooting that claimed the life of one individual. At approximately 7:30 p.m. yesterday, officers responded to a shots fired call in the area of Richard Street and Martin Luther King Boulevard and another call regarding a gunshot victim at Singing River Hospital. At the hospital, officers discovered that 22-year-old Javantavous Davison…
If you plan on ringing in the new year with a bang by setting off fireworks here are a few tips to keep in mind to keep everyone safe. Biloxi Fire Department Deputy Chief Caleb Hudson tells News 25 to make sure that you’re not in a big crowd of people and the fireworks are well away from and not…
Biloxi DUI enforcement shares a few tips to stay safe this New Year’s Eve. Have a plan! Before you go out, know where you’re going and how you’re getting home. Have all of your Uber, Lyft, and Taxi apps updated and saved in your phone. Plan a place and time for your designated driver to pick you up. It’s not…
D’Iberville residents have a new COVID-19 testing location available to them now courtesy of Memorial Hospital. Due to the high volume of people being tested for COVID-19, Memorial Physicians Clinic changed locations from Popp’s Ferry Road to the Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building next to D’Iberville Civic Center to help alleviate the traffic backup. Lori Lemoine, clinical director at Memorial Physicians…