NASA has launched a new mission aimed at improving hurricane forecasting. The first two CubeSats, nicknamed ‘Rocket like a Hurricane,’ lifted off from New Zealand Sunday evening. They are about the size of a loaf of bread and weigh about 12 pounds each. In about two weeks, two additional CubeSats are set to launch. Together, the four satellites will orbit…
A Biloxi chef recently won his battle on Food Network’s ‘Alex vs. America’ against three other chefs. Austin Sumrall, chef and owner of White Pillar restaurant and lounge in Biloxi, was invited to compete against Food Network’s Alex Guarnaschelli and three other chefs in a southern comfort cookoff. Despite owning a restaurant in the south, Sumrall told News 25 this…
Shower and thunderstorm activity will become less widespread over the next few hours. Isolated rain chances cannot be ruled out overnight while patches of light fog are possible. It will be warm and muggy out the door for your Tuesday. Tomorrow looks to be much like today with scattered thunderstorms in the picture. Batches of rain are possible tomorrow, especially…
The Alzheimer Association is teaching people how to have difficult conversations at the Homestead Assisted Living Community. They hosted a lunch and learn for people to attend who are looking to learn more about caring for someone who has Alzheimer disease. The main focus is how to have difficult conversations about doctor appointments, driving, and finances. Being a caregiver can…
Friday night there was a mass shooting at the Scratch Kitchen in Downtown Ocean Springs that left one dead and six injured. This is the second shooting to happen in Downtown Ocean Springs this month and it’s clear the toll this violence is beginning to take on residents. Many downtown businesses have since expressed their displeasure as they search for…
A head’s up for Moss Point residents, you may hear some loud noises the next few nights as a result of training exercises. The Marine Forces Special Operations Command will be doing those exercises in the area of Elder Ferry Road and Highway 63 starting tonight and running through Wednesday night. The training will be between the hours of 6…
It’s coming down to the wire and a pair of contestants from Mississippi are in the thick of things in American Idol. Two singers from Amory, Mississippi, Colin Stough and Zachariah Smith, made it into the top five last night with their performances of Alanis Morrisette songs. Stough offered a country version of ‘Hand in my Pocket,’ while Smith belted…
A new study finds grocery costs eat up a majority of American’s monthly budget and U.S. airlines makes $7 billion a year from checked bags. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
A local filmmaker is in studio to talk about his latest movie, ‘Binded by Tragedy,’ which is now available to watch. Jackson County native Creighton Hobbs has more. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Binded by Tragedy, Creighton Hobbs
After a three-year COVID-induced hiatus, the Pass Christian Historical Society is thrilled to announce the Tour of Homes made its return on Sunday. This year’s tour featured four historic homes on East Scenic Drive. After taking a look inside each of those beautiful homes, guests were invited to a reception. Vince Vance was the highlight of the show. All proceeds…
The rain Saturday did not stop people from having a good time at Chandyfest in Gulfport. Some events and performances were moved inside during the worst of the rain. Children were outside splashing in puddles and playing games while adults relaxed and listened to Grits and Greens. This is Chandeleur Island Brewing Company’s eighth year holding this event. For them,…
As summer quickly approaches, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is looking for heroes! The Gulfport shelter hosted its Hero Open House Saturday. They are currently taking applications for fosters and volunteers. During the summer, there is usually a surplus of kittens and puppies who need time to grow a little before getting into a shelter or adoption. Volunteers help…
Family and friends gathered Saturday to lay 16-year-old Haeleigh Stamper to rest. She was one of two teens killed in Bay St. Louis during a post-prom party. Hundreds of photos of Haeleigh with those she loved lined the wall at Bayou Talla Fellowship in the Kiln, a sweet memory of the time they shared together. Friends traded bracelets and wore…
We’re nearing the end of the school year for students and teachers and they are eager to hop into summer break. For this month’s Class Act, Grant Chighizola takes us to the edge of Hancock County where one third grade teacher is making sure her students head into the fourth grade on the right note. Take one step into Lindsey…
A line of showers & t-storms moving across SW Mississippi should continue to slowly spread/work east-southeast through the pre-sunrise hours and slide east through 9 a.m. before likely slacking off…maybe even slightly earlier than that. Whatever cloud cover from this convection should start to burn off and thin out allowing for decent heating late morning and early afternoon. This activity will…
The weekend saw a tale of two days. Saturday brought a soggy scene while peeks of sunshine along with warm and humid conditions were around for your Sunday. For tonight, expect mild and muggy conditions with more in the way of cloud coverage. Patchy fog could develop in areas with light enough winds. Monday will feature shower and thunderstorm chances….
Hope Haven’s Children’s Advocacy Center had their second annual Taco Fiesta Cook-Off outside of Dan B’s Bar and Grill restaurant to help raise money for the center. This is Hope Haven’s largest fundraising event. Chicken, beef, fish, and dessert tacos were served among 15 teams that were competing for the title of ‘the best taco in town.’ This year, the…
This morning Gulfport powerlifter Kenneth Gordon put pen to paper with Blue Mountain College to continue his powerlifter career. Earlier this school year, Gordon told News 25 that powerlifting has made him more explosive, quicker, and stronger in ways he couldn’t even imagine. He also said that he thought it was just going to make him stronger, but overall, it…
Three Southern Miss football players are headed to the NFL. In the sixth round of the NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboy selected USM Defensive Back Eric Scott Jr as the overall 178th pick. Southern Miss receiver Jason Brownlee and offensive lineman Tykeem Doss didn’t hear their names called, but that definitely wasn’t going to stop them. Jason Brownlee signed a…
A whole lot of rain on the radar today, but that didn’t stop a Sun-Belt rivalry game in Base Burg! Southern Miss rolling out the welcome mat for South Alabama for game one of the weekend series. Golden Eagle Ace Tanner Hall on the mound. Southern Miss wins 6-4. Game two of the series tomorrow has been moved up to…
Much quieter conditions overnight as compared to the two rounds of thunderstorms our area received earlier. Warm and humid conditions will remain in the forecast for the foreseeable future. Saturday could be busy again with elevated rain chances. Cannot totally rule out a round of rain in the morning but it looks like the best rain chances will be for…
A candlelight vigil was held at the Diamondhead Community Hall to honor the families of the two teens who died in a shooting at a party in Bay St. Louis. Families and friends of 18-year-old De’Arreis Smith and 16-year-old Haeleigh Stamper gathered around together to pray and mourn among each other. A pastor and other speakers had a few encouraging…
The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi is setting up for Ties and Tiaras. Formally known as their daddy-daughter dance, Ties and Tiaras invites all grown-ups to spend the evening dancing away with their children. The theme this year is the ‘Oscars.’ Between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 6th, families will get to walk the red carpet…
Two Gulfport women are celebrating one year of business together! Salon 512 held its one year anniversary today with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Local businesses and clients came out in support of the salon, hosting pop-up shops, enjoying yummy food, and learning about the difference services 512 has to offer. Salon 512 is home to several stylists serving men and…