Southern Miss establishing center for National Guard’s documents

The University of Southern Mississippi’s President Doctor Joe Paul signed an agreement with the National Guard Bureau to establish the Center for the Study of the National Guard. The National Guard’s historical documents are currently all across the country, but this center will create a central space to store archival materials and oral histories. It will also serve as a…

Harrison County Supervisors to negotiate with Acadian

The Harrison County Board of Supervisors decided to enter into negotiations with Acadian Ambulance Services for emergency services. The supervisors heard a recommendation from the Ambulance Oversight Committee to opt for Acadian Ambulance Service, which currently serves Jackson County. The agreement, if reached during negotiations, would cover for Harrison County, Long Beach, and Pass Christian. The supervisors also approved a…

2/5 – Jeff Vorick’s “Clearing Skies” Monday Evening Forecast

Skies will rapidly clear out this evening as an area of low pressure departs our region. Temperatures will drop to chilly readings overnight thanks to northerly winds continuing to usher in a colder airmass. It will feel like the 30s out the door for your Tuesday so be sure to bundle up as winds will continue. Expect lots of sunshine…

CASA of Hancock County expanding to become CASA of South Mississippi

An organization dedicated to advocating for children in foster care is expanding. CASA of Hancock County has become CASA of South Mississippi and will also serve Harrison and Stone counties. Executive Director Cynthia Chauvin spoke to the Harrison County Board of Supervisors this morning, saying that CASA of Harrison and Stone counties dissolved in January and Hancock County expanded to…

Will $2.9 million in grants actually help Mississippi fishermen?

In 2019, the U.S. Secretary of Commerce declared Mississippi a catastrophic regional fisheries disaster after the Bonnet Carre Spillway was open 123 days. In 2023, it was declared that it was a federal fisheries disaster, making Mississippi fisheries eligible for assistance. That money is finally making its way to fishermen and other fishing businesses in the state. “At this point,…

Investigation continues into Gautier pet grooming business

A Gautier pet groomer is being forced to shut down. The groomers say the facility did nothing wrong. News 25 reached out to the business for comment, but they did not respond. However, the owner of Sandi’s Pet Grooming Too, Nikki Anderson, posted on Facebook on February 3rd, saying Gautier police released her from custody, no charges related to alleged…

Community comes out to Krewe of Nereids Parade in Waveland

The Krewe of Nereids Parade held their parade in Waveland on Sunday. Thousands lined Highway 90 to see the parade featuring floats, Joppa Shriners, dance teams, and marching bands. The event celebrated Mardi Gras and the krewe announced Queen Doris the 56th. The parade originated from the 1960s Nereids Mardi Gras Krewe from Hancock County and is an all-woman team….

Mystic Krewe of Pine Island parades through Vancleave

The Mystic Krewe of Pine Island made its stop in Vancleave on Saturday. The krewe’s parade went rolling through neighborhoods, starting on the south end of John’s Bayou Road and ending at the Paige Bayou Marina. The parade featured over 25 different floats, golf carts, side-by-sides, four-wheelers, and more. Residents were lining the streets, catching all types of throws from…

12th annual Children’s Walking Parade took place in Biloxi

Mardi Gras is a way of life for most cities on the Coast and Biloxi is proving that statement to be true. The City of Biloxi held its 12th annual Children’s Walking Parade on Saturday. It’s a family fun event that gives children the opportunity to learn about the culture of Mardi Gras through participation. Children ages 12 and younger…

Addy Awards taking place at the Great Southern Club

Joining us in studio are CeCe Shabazz and LaShaundra McCarty to tell us about the upcoming AAF Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter Award Program, also known as the Addy Awards. The Addy Awards take place February 17th at the Great Southern Club at 6 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: AAF Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter Award Program, Addy Awards

Krewe of Barkloxi Parade rolls through Biloxi

It was a dogs day out at Point Cadet Plaza as the Krewe of Barkloxi rolled throughout the park. The Krewe of Barkloxi has pulled out all the stops as dogs and their humans dressed in Mardi Gras colors. Some have even driven hours to see the pawrade. From east to west, north to south, dog lovers have come from…

Meggan Monday: Our Lady of Fatima opens new gym

This week on Meggan Monday, Meggan is telling us about a moment in Biloxi 63 years in the making. What a day it was at Our Lady of Fatima Elementary School in Biloxi as they celebrated its new gym. The elementary schools first gym in 63 years. So, it calls for quite the celebration and now this multi-million-dollar, multipurpose facility…

2/5 – The Chief’s “Cool & Cloudy” Monday Morning Forecast

The system to the SE that brought thunder/hail to parts of the area yesterday evening will continue to meander south and east today. On the backside of this feature, there is still a couple of disturbances to pay attention to with perhaps additional shower development. That said, the moisture flow and instability in the low levels should keep mostly overcast…

2/2 – Jeff’s “Rain/Wind At Times” Weekend Forecast

Friday lent itself to quiet and relatively mild conditions as sunshine returned. Tonight, clouds increase late and temperatures will be mild. Some patches of fog could develop in some spots if winds do not increase before daybreak Saturday. Winds will increase tomorrow as a frontal system makes its way into our area. Expect mostly cloudy skies and dry time for…

Gulfport High School students bring prosthetic legs to Peruvians

Robotics students at Gulfport High School have been working diligently for more than a year for an opportunity of a lifetime. Four Gulfport High School students had a life-changing experience in Peru as they fit over 30 people with prosthetic legs that they had the opportunity to help create. Before they could fly to Peru, dozens of prosthetic parts needed…

Ocean Springs restaurant nominated for 2024 James Beard Award

Vestige, a restaurant in Ocean Springs, is nominated for a 2024 James Beard Award. The award is one of America’s most prestigious honors for culinary experts. Vestige has been nominated in the past for regional and individual awards but has yet to win an award. This year they’re being nationally recognized after garnering a spot as an outstanding restaurant semifinalist….

Tech Byte – Samsung Galaxy S24

Growing up, my generation was told we’d never have technology like calculators at our fingertips. That statement couldn’t be further from the reality we live in today. Samsung is unveiling a new line of smartphones that leaves the speech and spells my generation grew up with inits virtual dust. I’m Patrick Moates, welcome to this week’s tech byte!   At…

Mom to Mom – Valentine Explosion Gift

DIY Nesting Candy Valentine Instructions

Today on Mom to Mom, we have a very cute DIY explosion Valentine’s gift box. It’s always fun to receive those gift boxes where you open it up and just stuff keeps falling out. Well, I came across this really cute idea online of A DIY Valentine’s explosion box, and all you’re going to need are about three boxes that…

Roadwork announced for Monday in Ocean Springs

Mississippi Power will begin prep work to transfer poles at the intersection of Hanley Road and Bienville Boulevard starting Monday, February 5. The work will begin at 7 in the morning and is scheduled to run until 7 in the evening. Utility crews will run power lines across the roadway in 15-minute closure intervals. There will be traffic control and…

King Cake Contest at Ocean Springs Visitors Center

The Ocean Springs Chamber Main Street and Tourism Bureau is hosting its annual King Cake Contest right now. Bakeries in the city compete for the title of ‘Best King Cake in Ocean Springs’ from January 16th to February 10th. Locals and tourists are able to savor this tradition by stopping by the Visitors Center, tasting the king cake of the…