Today we remember one of the deadliest natural disasters in U.S. history on the 18th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. “It was heartbreaking to see it like that.” This is how Brother Eduardo describes living through Hurricane Katrina. Today marks 18 years since the natural disaster battered the Gulf Coast. Several brave individuals at St. Stanislaus College stayed with students who…
Joining us today is Theresa Jaye with CASA of Southeast Mississippi, here to tell us about an exciting event that will also help raise money for CASA. The 5D Barrel Run will take place September 23rd at the George County Arena.
Artwork by local veterans will be on display tomorrow and Thursday. The display will be in building 17 at the recreation hall at the Biloxi VA Campus. Around 80 pieces of art, creative writing, and performing arts will be exhibited. The VA incorporates creative arts into their therapy programs for inpatients and outpatients. The annual competition acknowledges the progress made…
Community and military leaders gathered at Beau Rivage this morning for an annual event honoring local service members. This is the 42nd year the Mississippi Coast Chamber of Commerce has hosted this event. Military leaders from our local military installations were honored and guests heard from featured speakers Hancock Whitney CEO John Hairston and retired Colonel Christopher Estridge, a former…
A weak cold front to the north will aid in showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures will stay lower this afternoon due to rain cooled air and the additional cloud coverage; however still just above normal for this time of year. No heat headlines today and possibly for Wednesday as well. However dry air will begin to filter in Wednesday as Hurricane…
This morning a weak cold front to the north is causing an abundance of cloud coverage and a few showers across the area…mainly in the N’tern GOM. Temperatures will stay lower today due to rain cooled air and the additional cloud coverage; however still just above normal for this time of year. No heat headlines today and possibly for Wednesday…
Skies will clear somewhat overnight and rain chances will gradually exit the picture for the night. It will remain mild, and humid. Tomorrow will start off mild with cloud cover and the heat building through the day. Scattered thunderstorm chances can be expected for your Tuesday afternoon. Frequent lightning and very heavy rainfall are the main concerns for tomorrow. But,…
Tuesday is Election Day! News 25 spoke with Secretary of State Michael Watson about what we’re learning from the last election day. Only a fourth of the Mississippi population got out to vote in the primary election. According to Watson, it is just as important to vote in local elections as it is national. Your local officials are going to…
Thunderstorms will remain around early on this evening for a lot of you. Very heavy rain and isolated pockets of gusty winds and small hail are possible with some activity. Thunderstorms will wind down as we press through the night. Some clearing of the skies can be expected towards daybreak. Tomorrow again brings the chance for scattered thunderstorms in the…
Get your walking shoes ready, the 2023 Buddy Walk date has been announced. Set aside October 21st and head over to the Gulfport Sportsplex Center at 11 in the morning. The Buddy Walk only happens once a year and shows support to those born with Down Syndrome. Sponsorships, teams, and donations are encouraged, but not necessary to join. Team registration…
Due to Tropical Storm Idalia’s projection to reach hurricane strengths in the Gulf of Mexico, IMMS has postponed the sea turtle release scheduled for tomorrow. The safety, health, and success of the rehabilitated sea turtles is what is causing the postponement. IMMS wants to give them the best chance at survival and waiting for the storm to pass is the…
Congressman Mike Ezell announced he is running for re-election in 2024. First elected in 2022, Ezell pulled in a whopping 73 percent of the votes. He then traded in his sheriff’s badge and uniform for a suit and tie with an American flag pin. He is serving on the Homeland Security Committee and Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. If re-elected, Ezell…
Mississippi State University has released a statement regarding the death of a student over the weekend. MSU officials and law enforcement are investigating the death of a male student in a parked car in a campus parking lot, but foul play is not suspected. That student was identified as Maxwell Pennebaker, a sophomore from Madison. MSU Police Chief Kenneth Rogers…
A Pascagoula native and Super Bowl champion gave back to his community in a big way. Terrell Buckley and the Terrell Buckley Foundation held their second annual free football camp at Gautier High’s football stadium over the weekend. With football season back in session, it was the perfect opportunity for these young student athletes to further develop their skills and…
Waste Pro in Gulfport held a hiring event on Saturday, looking to add more employees to their workforce. During the event, Waste Pro was hiring for all positions, including the drivers, helpers, and mechanics for the Gautier and Gulfport divisions. Candidates had the opportunity to interact directly with company representatives, learn more about the available positions, and even participate in…
The Mississippi Aquarium kicked off its Changing Tides Festival with a beach clean-up at Jones Park over the weekend. The clean up is in celebration of the Mississippi Aquarium’s newest expansion which features a kelp forest, tropical jungle, and warm water ocean habitats. The Mississippi Coastal Cleanup Program provided volunteers with grabbers, garbage bags, gloves to aid in the cleaning…
Multiple weaknesses in the overall pattern including an area of low pressure to the west has brought rain chances back to the region. Strong cored storms are a good bet again today which will bring the possibility of large hail and damaging winds. The area is under a low-end threat for severity…a MARGINAL THREAT. Most of the area should see rain…
Pumpkin Spice scented trash bags are back and UAW members approved possible strikes at GM, Ford, and Stellantis. Jane King is at the NASDAQ with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Today on Mom to Mom, we have a unique and refreshing twist on your kid’s favorite drink. Categories: Mom to Mom Tags: Mom to Mom
We’re looking ahead to an event coming to Ocean Springs that is sure to make barbecue lovers excited. Joining us this morning are Theresa Ahmann and Roy McKenzie to tell us about the Ocean Springs Barbecue Competition and End of Summer Festival. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: End of Summer BBQ Cook-Off Fundraiser
Firefighters spent much of the afternoon Sunday responding to a large woods fire near Wiggins. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis says the initial fire broke out at 11:45 a.m. near New Hope Road on the opposite side of Camp Road and the second fire happened around 12:45 p.m. Those living near the fires were asked to evacuate for a time….
Picayune police officers and Pearl River County Sheriff’s Deputies are searching for a man accused of aggravated assault. Just before 10 Saturday night, Picayune police officers responded to a call at Sun Roamers RV Park. Police say a person was shot multiple times. The suspect has been identified as Christian Zelaya. With the help of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department…
For today and Tue, models are trying to lower temps since there will be more cloud cover around and more showers/t-storms. Multiple weaknesses in the overall pattern including an area of low pressure to the west has brought rain chances back to the region. Strong cored storms are a good bet again today which will bring the possibility of large…
Folks it actually rained today some even saw 1-2 inches in the severe thunderstorm. This trend will continue this week to hopefully combat the severe drought across the area.There is a stalled out front to the the north of the area which is gonna play a factor in our afternoon showers and thunderstorms.On Monday we are still however dealing with…