The Ocean Springs Library will be reopening its doors after renovations are complete. A $1.6 million renovation has been in the works since September of last year and will be finished for a reopening on August 14th. The building got a new roof and HVAC system, paint, carpeting, tile, lights, and a new circulation information desk. The library also added…
Volleyball season is here for many local student athletes on the Coast and a few local teams kicked it all off with a weekend tournament. Harrison Central’s volleyball squad hosted an annual showcase with cross-town rivals West Harrison and D’Iberville. The teams matched up against each other to sharpen their skills ahead of the regular season. Harrison Central Volleyball Head…
More than 22 youth baseball teams from 12 states are in the heat of competition, hoping to be the last team standing and crowned champion of the Dixie Youth World Series. Dixie Youth Baseball is a recreational youth baseball league that was established in 1955. This is the first time since 1998 that Hattiesburg has served as the host city…
With little in the way of upper level support across the central Gulf States, expect only limited rain chances through mid-week…with another hot afternoon ahead. Models are still on the high side with temperatures at or just over 100 degrees, especially across the interior counties. Heat index values will surge this afternoon and reach Excessive Heat criteria…so needless to say…
As July comes to a close, Chandeleur Island Brewing Company did not want to miss the chance to get in the spirit of Christmas in July. Chandeleur Island partnered with the Ole Miss Club of the Coast for Christmas in July. The event is one of the many the Ole Miss alumni club organizes to raise scholarship money for students…
The City of Gulfport gathered and threw a major anniversary celebration over the weekend, complete a parade, fireworks, and tributes to the many communities that make up the fabric of the city. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley said, “All communities in the City of Gulfport, coming together. Black, white, it doesn’t matter. Look, we’re all family. We’re all friends and…
Nearly half of Americans would avoid going to a store that didn’t have a drive-thru and a major U.S. trucking company faces a shutdown within days. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The most important thing about having fun in the summer is being safe. Here’s Mandy Williamson to give us a couple fun pool hacks for children that are mom approved.
Earlier this morning, the MCS continues to decay as it moves south of our marine waters. Expect a few more isolated showers or storms over the marine zones through the morning hours, but overall, nothing as widespread expected at this juncture. With little in the way of upper level support across the central Gulf States, expect only limited rain chances through…
After a very loud evening a few showers and thunderstorms are still around the area this evening as rain chances decrease after the midnight hour. As we have been talking about for days high pressure is the dominate feature this evening and will continue to be as we head into the start of August. Unfortunately this means temperatures are still…
The greatest show on turf, the Gautier Gators were a sight to behold in 2022 led by All-American Quarterback Kaden Irving, who led the state in passing as a senior, en route to the best season in program history. Back for more in 2023, the Gators check in at stop number eight on News 25’s 25 Teams in 25 Days….
Harrison Central Assistant Softball Coach Sherri Davis has been named the National Assistant Girls Sport Coach of the Year courtesy of the National High School Athletic Coaches Association at its annual national convention in Lincoln, Nebraska. Coach Davis was nominated by the MHSAA based on longevity, service to high school athletics, honors, championship years, she’s been a part of four…
Biloxi Shuckers pitcher Jacob Misiorowksi making his home debut against the Birmingham Barons. Shuckers win 9-5. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
George County alum Justin Steele hurling yet another quality start yesterday, his 13th of the season, going six innings, allowing just one run with four strikeouts, making him the first Cubs pitcher to go 4-0 or better against the Cardinals since Greg Maddux 21 years ago. Cubs win 10-3. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Chicago Cubs, Justin Steele, sports
Southern Miss alum Matt Wallner would like to see more of the Mariners on the schedule. The Minnesota Twins outfielder mashing three home runs over his last two games, giving him four in 21 games this season. Wallner is certainly making his case to stay in the Majors for good after hitting .291 with 11 big flies and 20 doubles…
The Southern Miss baseball program continues to raise the bar, not only on the field, but in the stands, having set a new school record for attendance in 2023 on its way to host a second straight Super Regional. USM is tenth in the country in average attendance, but it’s not just baseball. According to Athletic Director Jeremy McClain, the…
A new cat café is being opened in Hattiesburg! It’s called ‘Cattiesburg Café’ and will give guests the chance to enjoy food while playing with cats. Brenda Sumrall is joining us to discuss the business and how the idea came to be. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Cattiesburg Café
School has started for some Coast districts as many others will start next week. Therapists are advising teachers and parents alike of the burnout students may face throughout the academic year. With every school year, there is a lot of uncertainty and readjustments from the summer months for students and teachers. These adjustments and promotions for many students can often…
Any isolated thunderstorms this evening will be out of the picture by around sunset. Skies will clear out overnight leaving us with sunny skies to start the weekend. It will become very hot tomorrow with humid conditions building back in. Your Saturday will feature hot conditions in quick order. A Heat Advisory will be in effect from 11 AM until…
Penguin Meet and Greet Weekend is just around the corner. On Saturday and Sunday, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., African penguins will make a public appearance inside the ‘Changing Tides’ exhibit at the Mississippi Aquarium. An animal care specialist will be available to answer any questions and those attending the meet and greet will have the opportunity to take…
Tax Free Weekend is here and shoppers are anxious to shop and save. Customers flooded Gulfport’s Academy store, eager to take advantage of the savings and purchase items without the burden of sales tax. The tax-free weekend offers savings on a wide selection of clothing, footwear, and accessories. Items that are under $100 are eligible for tax-free purchase. This applies…
A momentous occasion unfolded at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County campus as students, faculty, and local notables gathered for the ribbon cutting for the new Goodwill Career Connection Center. MGCCC Vice President Tammy Franks welcomed everyone and expressed heartfelt gratitude to Goodwill and everyone else who contributed to the project. The Goodwill Career Center will offer many resources…
The Biloxi Police Department is hosting its annual Citizen’s Police Academy for Harrison County residents free of charge. The academy is a multi-week class taught at the Lopez Quave Public Safety Center starting August 23rd. Classes are two hours with sessions once a week on Wednesday evenings. A class limited to 25 people will have classroom-based teaching, offer ride alongs…
A church in Biloxi has been vandalized not one, but twice in the span of three days. On Tuesday, Miracle Temple AOH Church of God was robbed and vandalized. The inside of the church was trashed, the locks on the door were busted, and the instruments were destroyed. Just two days later, Pastor Gary Johnson entered the sanctuary and found…