Pass Christian Fire Chief
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Pass Christian appoints new fire chief at Board of Aldermen meeting.

The City of Pass Christian announced their new fire chief at the Board of Aldermen meeting on April 2nd.
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The Pass Christian BOA meeting took place on Tuesday at 6 PM at the City Courthouse. Residents were in attendance to voice their opinion on certain matters and to see some of the fire chief candidates who were interviewed by the BOA at the last meeting on March 19th. The candidates for the Pass Christian Fire Chief included Austin Grahm,…

Prcc Sets Sights On Biloxi Shuckers For Exhibition Contest
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Pearl River Community College baseball ready to take on the Biloxi Shuckers in exhibition on April 3

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Before the Shuckers can begin their regular season they have a scheduled exhibition against one of the top junior college baseball programs in the country – the Pearl River Community College wildcats. On Wednesday the Wildcats will travel to Biloxi to take on the Shuckers in an exhibition contest for the second straight season. The game won’t county towards either…

4/2 Trey Tonnessen's "isolated Thunderstorms" Monday Evening Forecast
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4/2 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Isolated Thunderstorms” Tuesday Evening Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen
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An upper trough late this afternoon extended from the western Great Lakes to west Texas, with upper ridging along both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. At the surface, a cold front extended from near Memphis to near Lake Charles. At 3 PM central time, the only thunderstorm near our area was near Natchez, moving northeast. There were a few showers…

Residents Attend Military And Civilian Job Fair In Biloxi
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Residents attend Military and Civilian Job Fair in Biloxi

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Applicants filed into the Biloxi Civic Center in search of jobs at the Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair. News 25’s Austin Lindsey followed a few applicants to get their perspectives about the job market. The search is on for those who are just looking for a position that fits their skills or to just start fresh in a…

City Of Gulfport To Use Tif Bonds For Promenade Project
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City of Gulfport to use TIF bonds for promenade project

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The City of Gulfport has passed a resolution authorizing tax increment financing revenue bonds in an amount of up to $5. 2 million for various infrastructure improvements. These improvements include what’s being called the “Gulfport Promenade Project”, upgrading the surrounding areas of the promenade. The TIF bonds will fund roadway enhancements, landscaping, and utilities — hopefully bringing in new businesses…

News 25’s Morning Anchors Judging Grillin’ The River City
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News 25’s Morning Anchors judging Grillin’ the River City

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Some exciting news happening this weekend, Moss Point is hosting Grillin’ the River City! The event is set to start at 10 in the morning and end at 3 p.m. in Downtown Moss Point. Admission is free, but there is a $15 tasting bracelet. Entertainment comes in the form of local bands. The best part, News 25’s Ansley Brent and…

Erin Regan Animal Sanctuary In Picayune Announces Closure
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Erin Regan Animal Sanctuary in Picayune announces closure

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Some news out of Picayune, the Erin Regan Animal Sanctuary announced their closure earlier this week. The sanctuary says they need immediate placement for many of the animals left. Adoption fees will be waived to get them placed faster, but applications will still be thoroughly reviewed. Dogs are always fixed, chipped, and UTD prior to adoption.   Categories: Local News,…

Biloxi Shuckers Announce Initial Roster For 2024 Campaign
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Biloxi Shuckers announce initial roster for 2024 campaign

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It’s almost time to head to the ballpark as the Biloxi Shuckers announce their initial roster for the 2024 season! The roster features the brewers top pitching prospect Jacob Misirowski along with four other MLB top prospects including Eric Brown Jr., Bradley Blalock, and Wes Clarke. Along with Clarke, you’ll see a lot of family faces at the Shuckers ballpark…

4/1 Trey Tonnessen's "transitional Pattern" Monday Night Forecast
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4/1 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Transitional Pattern” Monday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen
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The southern end of the upper trough will progress eastward overnight and Tuesday, to be near a Chicago-El Paso line at midday Tuesday. It`s going to take most of the daytime hours to get enough deep moisture for more than very isolated convection, with precipitable water values struggling to get above an inch. Most of the convection allowing models have…

Pass Christian Public Library Eclipse Glasses
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Harrison County Public Libraries giving out free eclipse glasses ahead of April 8th Solar Eclipse

The Pass Christian Public Library is giving out free solar eclipse glasses ahead of Monday's eclipse.
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“We look forward to our solar eclipse in Pass Christian.” Melanie Walrod a youth services librarian is one of many south Mississippi residents who are waiting to see this shot of the sun and moon face off midday on Monday April 8th. She and library team members not only will watch the eclipse but are handing out these cool shades…

4/1 Trey Tonnessen's "staying Warm" Monday Evening Forecast
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4/1 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Staying Warm” Monday Evening Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen
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Meteorologists have been watching upper ridging over the southeast quarter of the country this afternoon, with a trough extending from the Dakotas to the Four Corners area. High pressure centered between Bermuda and the Bahamas extended westward into the eastern Gulf of Mexico. Low pressure was centered near Kansas City with a front southwestward into west Texas. Under mostly cloudy…

Amtrak Could Return To Mobile Soon
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Amtrak could return to Mobile soon

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A step forward tonight which could signal the return of Amtrak to Mobile. NBC 15 has obtained the preliminary design for the proposed Amtrak platform. The renderings show a 162 foot-long platform that would be ADA compliant. The Amtrak station would be constructed along the western side of the existing tracks just south of the convention center. Construction would result…

East Central Students Builds Mars Rover For Nasa Competition
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East Central students build Mars rover for NASA competition

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Some East Central Hornets are heading to Huntsville to represent Mississippi at NASA’s Human Exploration Rover Challenge. This is the science club’s second year going and they’re ready for the competition. “The next step in space exploration is finding planets with life and finding water and also being able to send rover to Mars sometime in the future,” said science…

Nursing And Health Professions Career Fair
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Nursing and Health Professions Career Fair

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Tuesday in Biloxi, MGCCC is hosting a Nursing and Health Professions Career Fair. It all begins at 11 a.m. at the Bryant Center at Tradition. Graduating students from the school’s nursing and health professions programs will be able to connect with nearly 40 state and regional healthcare providers that will be in attendance. The fair runs from 11 a.m. to…

Military And Civilian Job Fair
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Military and Civilian Job Fair

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Today we are joined by Adam Todd, the director of the Governor’s Job Fair Network. He is here to tell us about a Military and Civilian Job Fair happening in Biloxi Tuesday. The job fair takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Biloxi Civic Center. Dress professionally, bring a resume, and prepare for interviews. Categories: Community Headlines…

6th Annual Craft Beer Fest At Shuckers Ballpark
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6th annual Craft Beer Fest at Shuckers Ballpark

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The 6th annual Biloxi Chamber Craft Beer Fest made its return at the Shuckers Ballpark. Attendees lined the ballpark’s concourse and were able to taste test up to 40 different craft beers including a lineup of home brews. There was also lots of live music, a cigar lounge, and food options. One home brewery based in Picayune says the festival…