Stennis International Airport has a new director. The Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission just named Austin Jenkins to the role after a regional search. Jenkins comes from the Jackson Municipal Airport Authority, where he managed the day-to-day operations of the two airports in that region. He’s also a licensed commercial pilot and has an FAA remote pilot certificate as…
There’s always more history to be made at stop number nine on News 25’s 25 Teams in 25 Days where the Picayune Maroon Tide just went back-to-back for the first time in program history. They’re now looking to go back-to-back-to-back for the first time in program history. “I say that’s how Picayune was raised. As soon as the game is…
Point Eight Power Systems announced their newest location to open at Point Bienville Industrial Park last week. Point Eight Power provides high quality, reliable generator controls, switchgear and power control building packages for electrical systems. Yesterday, Point Eight officials were on hand for a job fair in Waveland, interviewing applicants for a range of jobs. For the new Port Bienville…
The four candidates in the Jackson County sheriff’s race met last night to debate the issues in a public forum. Current Sheriff John Ledbetter, along with Robert Blocker, Louie Miller, and Robbie O’Bryant, also answered questions from the public at the Mary C. on topics such as handling mental health situations as law enforcement officers and how much a political…
Apartment rent in the U.S. declined in July for the first time since the pandemic began and one economist says Americans are about to start losing their jobs. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
It’s the first day of the new month and that means we’re checking in with our friends at the Mississippi Lottery to find out more about the new scratch offs for the month of August. Joining us now is Meg Annison as always to tell us more. Categories: Community Headlines
The main focus through the next couple of days will be the continuation of Excessive heat across the southern six counties. A Stationary boundary is near the area this morning causing a few upper level non rain producing clouds. AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING is valid from 10am until 7pm today for heat indices from 110 to 116. This is a…
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