Heading in to this afternoon rain will continue to move in from the southeast. That being said, an area of low-pressure off the Florida west coast will meander in the NE’tern Gulf of Mexico over the next 24/36 hours before moving east. This will bring rain NW of the low pressure system later today. Embedded t-storms should remain off the…
Showers and thunderstorms associated with an area of low pressure over the northeastern Gulf of Mexico have increased and become better organized during the overnight hours. Environmental conditions appear marginally favorable for additional development over the next day or so, and a short-lived tropical depression or storm could form over that time span as the system meanders over the northeastern Gulf of Mexico. However, by…
Today is June 1st and the official start of the 2023 Hurricane Season. That being said, an area of low-pressure off the Florida west coast will meander in the NE’tern Gulf of Mexico over the next 24/36 hours before moving east. This will bring rain NW of the low pressure system later today. Embedded t-storms should remain off the coast…
Biloxi Shuckers hosting the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, now two-thirds of the way into a 12-game homestand. Blue Wahoos hit a pair of solo homers in the eighth to come back and win 4-3. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
Concerning news coming out of the Windy City as Chicago Cubs Pitcher Justin Steele leaves his start early with forearm tightness. After the game, Manager David Ross saying the move was precautionary and that Steele will undergo further testing tomorrow. Prior to his removal, Steele was dealing once again, going a perfect 9 up, 9 down with one strikeout. He’s…
The Southern Miss home run king is starting to heat up at both the Major League and Triple-A levels. After going 7-11 in five appearances with the Minnesota Twins last week, Matt Wallner got sent back down to the St. Paul Saints where he’s continuing to punish the baseball. In his two games since, Wallner has a pair of three-hit…
When Southern Miss went into dogpile mode following last year’s Hattiesburg Regional championship over LSU, the Golden Eagles celebrated like they just made history because they did as the first USM team to ever win a regional at Pete Taylor Park. Less than a year later, the Black and Gold already getting the chance to dogpile again after winning the…
During East Central’s game 3 South State win over West Jones, News 25’s Jeff Haeger got the chance to chat with TJ Dunsford when he was standing at the edge of the dugout. Gracious as they come, the senior said the only reason he won the inaugural 5A Mr. Baseball Award is because of the teammates he has around him….
Tough loss for the Gulfport baseball team in game 1 of the 6A state championship series, falling 2-1 to North champion Lewisburg in a Division I pitcher’s duel, starring Southeastern Louisiana signee Josh Lee and Baylor signee Cayden Baker. Admirals getting to Baker early, courtesy of Dawson Hall scoring Ethan Garner on a first-inning sac fly. But the Patriots would…
A warmer pattern has settled in for South Mississippi. Humidity is also going to remain quite high for the foreseeable future. Overnight, expect mainly cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Rain chances will be higher Thursday thanks to a nearby disturbance. It has a 20% chance of developing into a tropical depression or storm. It will head towards Florida but elevated…
The House of Representatives has officially passed the debt ceiling plan put forth by President Biden and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy. Congressman Ezell confirmed that he voted yes on the plan. While he isn’t satisfied with how little the country is cutting in spending, he is happy with the new work requirements and permitting being put in place….
Rubber duckies are in abundance in South Mississippi as Jeepin the Coast hosted a kick off party in Pass Christian. Jeepers were moving and grooving to live music, but the fun doesn’t stop there. Events are happening in three cities on the Coast: Pass Christian, Bay St. Louis, and Long Beach. With 2,000 Jeeps pre-registered for the weekend and even…
The Gulfport High School Class of 2023 finally walked across the stage. As the procession began, the graduates couldn’t keep a smile off their faces as they waved to their families in the stands. Friends and family in the stands were spectacular, waving, yelling, and showing how proud they are of these students. Graduates in the choir were able to…
Jeepin the Coast is back this week with registration happening today. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is in Long Beach with more on the annual Mississippi Coast event. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Jeepin’ the Coast
He was killed in 2019 outside of the Biloxi Police Department, now fallen Officer Robert McKeithen will be forever remembered and honored. Officer McKeithen was killed in the line of duty in May 2019, only a few months before his retirement. McKeithen served the City of Biloxi for 24 years, starting in 1995. Following heartfelt speeches from friends and colleagues,…
It’s time to put on your boogie shoes because the seniors have officially hit the dance floor! Hundreds of senior citizens from Harrison County gathered at the Biloxi Civic Center for a seniors dance party and competition. Seniors were asked to register for the dance competition as a couple or a team in honor of Senior Health and Fitness Day….
Warm temperatures, increasing humidity, and scattered rain will be in the picture heading into this evening. Cloud coverage will remain dominant for the next day or so as a disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico will be nearby. Expect mild temperatures for the start of your Thursday. Rain chances will be more elevated during the day tomorrow. The disturbance in…
It was an exciting day at the Mississippi Aquarium as they added two new members to their family. A little less than a year ago, the aquarium noticed one of their cownose stingrays, Pippa, was pregnant with twins. Giving birth to twins is very rare for rays so Pippa was watched carefully at a different location and she was induced…
As we approach summer, you are likely to see more and more people out enjoying the water. It is a state law that anybody born after June 30th, 1980 must attend a boating education course that’s certified through the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks. Mississippi Department of Marine Resources offers these classes free of charge and open to…
Last Friday, the Jackson County School District appointed David Baggett as its new superintendent of schools. Baggett, who is currently serving as the assistant superintendent, will officially assume his new role on July 1st, succeeding John Strycker, whose contract was not renewed. News 25 met with Baggett today to discuss his vision and plans for the future of the district….
Many Americans say summer starts in April and lawmakers will decide if they support the new debt ceiling agreement. 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 that time of year again to celebrate the blueberry capital of Mississippi, the City of Poplarville! Here to tell us more about the upcoming Blueberry Jubilee is Shirley Wiltshire. The Blueberry Jubilee takes place Saturday, June 10th from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Downtown Poplarville. For more information visit blueberryjubilee.net. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: blueberry jubilee
The 5th annual Pride Day is taking place this weekend in Biloxi. Here to tell us more about what this year’s event has on tap is Walter Pitts. The 5th annual Pride Day is Saturday, June 3rd from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi. Tags: Pride Day
Mississippi Highway Patrol was busy over the Memorial Holiday Weekend. There were nearly 9,000 citations and 170 arrests for impaired driving across Mississippi in the five-day enforcement period. A total of 13 DUIs were issued by Troop K in South Mississippi. Troopers across the state also gave out nearly a thousand citations as part of the Click It or Ticket…