Gulfport families attended a ‘Stop the Violence’ block party over the weekend as a way to take action, but also brings the community together as school begins across the Coast. The block party ran with the third annual Christopher Bennett Memorial Backpack Giveaway. Over 200 backpacks were given away Saturday filled with school supplies to ensure the youth is ready…
A local social club is making sure kids are feeling confident ahead of the new school year. The Movers and Shakers Social Club hosted their inaugural Back-to-School Free Haircuts event at the East Biloxi Boys and Girls Club yesterday. Youth ages five to 15-years-old were invited to come receive free haircuts and trims. By offering this service, the organizers sought…
The trucking industry put on a big show this weekend at the annual Gulf Coast Big Rig Truck Show. Hundreds of trucks were on display all throughout the Mississippi Gulf Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. It was a chance for exhibitors and truckers to talk with one another while providing guests with the opportunity to get up close and personal…
A few weeks ago, USM and MGCCC announced a partnership to allow dual enrollment opportunities. Dr. Jacob Breland of USM and Dr. Kady Pietz from MGCCC are here to tell us more about that partnership and an upcoming orientation for students. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: education, MGCCC, USM
American Airlines sweetened its pilot labor contract and ‘Barbenheimer’ shatters expectations and box office records. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Tragedy struck Moss Point a month ago when an EF-2 tornado swept through the area. Now, officials and citizens alike are banding together to pick up the pieces. “We’ve been asked to give them a week to two weeks at the most to validate those numbers, and we think that within a couple of weeks we’ll know whether or not…
This afternoon a stalled stationary front just north will push to the south bringing subtle changes. This will also keep most of the shower and thunderstorm activity over the marine areas of the northern gulf but there will still be some activity inland, both west and east of the area. The front will become active again as it moves north…
A stalled stationary front just north will push south by early afternoon bringing subtle (nice) changes. This will also keep most activity over the marine areas of the northern gulf but there will still be some activity inland, both west and east of the area. The front will become active again as it moves north late in the day Tuesday….
The dog days of summer are here to stay this week. A stationary boundary will begin to move out of the area tomorrow into the start of the work week. High pressure will once again become the dominant feature this week. This will cause an increase in daytime highs and decrease in rain chances. This week we will see temperatures…
Many students have returned to school in Moss Point. For some, however, their parents are trying to figure out where to place them with one daycare still suffering from last month’s tornado. Mary Odom, owner of Mary’s Little Lambs Daycare and Preschool, has nurtured and educated kids in Moss Point for more than 28 years, raising many adults in the…
All about the competition at stop number three on News 25’s 25 Teams in 25 Days where the D’Iberville Warriors look to take one step back, two steps forward after being dealt a truly bizarre hand in 2022. “Compete. Every day is a competition between us. We make each other better.” “I see those guys competing. Now I want to…
A local social club is making sure kids look fresh for the new school year. Movers and Shakers Social Club is hosting back to school free haircuts this weekend. On Saturday, youths aged five to 15-years-old are invited to come to the East Biloxi Boys and Girls Club for free haircuts and trims from noon to 3 p.m. All of…
You can always beat the heat with a sweet and cool treat. As the summer sun continues to blaze, Bo’s Sno Zone continues to make a cool impact. The unique snowball stand is located in Biloxi and Pascagoula and they offer a variety of treats such as snowballs, waffle nachos, and more. While customers can still enjoy the traditional flavors…
In response to the tornado that recently hit Moss Point, Singing River Health System is offering their help. This Sunday, Singing River Health System is organizing a community health fair for Moss Point residents. The health fair aims to address the immediate and long-term health needs of individuals and families affected by the recent natural disaster. The fair will offer…
The Biloxi High School band is kicking off the fall competition season. The band held a community event showcasing a preview of their fall half-time show performance. They welcomed the public to enjoy food trucks, bounce houses, and live performances from the band. Biloxi High School welcomes Tracy Carter, their new band director, who worked as Biloxi Middle School’s band…
Hot and humid conditions continue into the first part of the weekend. Heat alerts will be in effect for some of tomorrow due to sunshine and the hot pattern. Overnight, clouds will clear and temperatures will remain uncomfortable. The first part of your Saturday will be uneventful and just plain hot. Thunderstorm chances begin to increase in the afternoon. A…
Summer campers spent their day soaking up the sun and getting foamed in Ocean Springs today. YMCA held their second annual Back-to-School Foam Party at Freedom Field. Children gathered from four different summer camps in Taconi, Vancleave, North Bay, and Back Bay to enjoy a day of getting foamed, jumping in bouncy houses, and playing yard games. Gulf Coast Foam…
Books were flying off the shelves at the library in Bay St. Louis. It was a big first day turnout for the Hancock County Library System’s Books and More sale. The three-day event is sponsored by the Library Foundation of Hancock County. All funds raised will be going towards supporting the many family and educational programs throughout the Hancock County…
Now that the kids are getting back to school, after-school programs are also gearing up. With us today is Elaine Kulick to talk about the Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts After School Program. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: after school program, Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts
A belly dancing class aims to unite and empower women on the Gulf Coast. Ladies on the lookout for the ultimate addition to their night out need look no further. The Gulf Coast School of Performing Arts will play host to a one-of-a-kind event, offering cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an immersive lesson in traditional Raqs Sharqi, better known as belly…
The Biloxi High School band is preparing for their upcoming competition year. News 25’s Amelia Strahan is at Biloxi High School with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: band, band director, Biloxi High school
The victim in a Thursday shooting at a Jackson County hotel has died and the suspected shooter is now charged with murder. The suspect is 20-year-old Quinton Biggs and he’s being held with no bond. Jackson County Sheriff John Ledbetter says the shooting at the Red Roof Inn exit 50, happened just before 4 yesterday afternoon. Jackson County coroner said…
A HEAT ADVISORY is in effect once again this afternoon with heat indices between 106-112 degrees expected. Synoptically, the region remains under the influence of a large dome of high pressure stretching from California all the way to the Big Bend of Florida. Dry air from subsidence is keeping even most cloud cover development limited much less allowing enough vertical…
Dr. George Loukatos with AlphaCare UrgentCare sat down with Lori to discuss the physical effects of dehydration, how to avoid it and what you should do to help if you or someone else is suffering the effects of dehydration. Categories: Expert Talk