Ribbon cutting ceremony for new Cyber Center at MGCCC

A cyber security ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the MGCCC campus in Gulfport. Gulf Coast President Dr. Mary Graham, along with officials from Mississippi State University and multiple state and federal partners, celebrated the opening of the Mississippi Cyber Center.  Dr. Graham said, “Students majoring in cyber security, it’s one of the fastest growing new professions, high salaries is…

Morning Business Report: November 9th, 2022

Meta will begin laying off workers today and investors are reacting to the election results today. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Biloxi Fire Department holds blood drive tomorrow

The Biloxi Fire Department is hosting a blood drive at the Visitor’s Center tomorrow. The ‘Heatin’ up the Holidays’ blood drive, administered by the Blood Center, will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. tomorrow, upstairs at the Biloxi Visitor’s Center. All types of blood are needed and walk-ins are welcome. Donors will receive a t-shirt and a coupon…

‘Donuts with a Deputy’ connects Harrison County community

This morning, Harrison County deputies enjoyed a cup of coffee and donuts with residents who stopped by the Lyman Senior Center. Donuts with a Deputy allows community members to come together to ask any questions, share concerns, and share encouraging words. It gives people a chance to connect with deputies in a relaxed setting. Lt. Robert Lincoln said, “The idea…

Chamber breakfast with Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich

The Mississippi Coast Chamber of Commerce hosted its last Breakfast with the Mayor this morning at IP Casino Resort Spa. Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich gave the breakfast address and spoke on a variety of topics including an update on the city’s government, infrastructure, and tourism. Mayor Gilich touched on the growth of downtown with the big names at Ground…

Mike Ezell wins 4th Congressional Race

Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell says he’s getting a few days of post-campaign rest before heading up to Washington to assemble his staff. He’s taking over Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District after winning last night’s election.  He walked away with 74 percent of the vote. Democrat Johnny Dupree came in second with just under 24 percent of the vote and Libertarian…

11/9 – Jeff Vorick’s “Cooler” Wednesday Afternoon Forecast

The flow has changed and it has brought a noticeable difference to our weather. With Nicole and an area of high pressure to our northeast interacting, a cooler, drier airmass is taking hold. The upper-level cloud shield from Nicole is bringing cloud cover to our area. However, the low levels have dried out and will become drier throughout the rest…

11/8 – Brittany’s “Pleasant & Mild” Tuesday Night Forecast

Cooler temperatures are finally ahead! Tonight, they’ll bottom out more so toward the low 60’s as opposed to last nights upper 60’s. Beginning tomorrow, throughout the rest of the workweek, our daytime highs will range from the mid to upper 70’s. For now, we’re under the influence of high pressure and that’s giving us a northerly/easterly component to the winds,…

Former Shuckers Catcher named Southern League Player of the Year

What a year to remember for former Biloxi Shucker Jakson Reetz, who was named Southern League Player of the Year today by Minor League Baseball. A third-round selection of the Nationals in 2014, Reetz signed with the Brewers in December and went on to have a banner season as one of just 16 players in all of Minor League to…

Summerhouse Bay Cove hosting Comeback Cooler packing party

Grab a cooler and pack it alongside Summerhouse Bay Cove Assisted Living. This Thursday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., Summerhouse Bay Cove is hosting a Comeback Cooler packing party. Comeback Coolers is an organization that aims to deliver a much needed and deserved break to those who have been in the path of a natural disaster. Coolers that are…

Singing River Hospice of Light holding Tree Planting ceremony

Singing River Hospital’s Hospice of Light holds a special ceremony each November in honor of National Hospice Month. Since Hospice of Light began in 1994, a tree has been dedicated each year in memory of former patients. Family and friends of the deceased are invited to attend the tree planting ceremony at the Pascagoula Hospital walking track. This year’s event…

Sheriff Ezell casts ballot for midterm election

Jackson County Sheriff Mike Ezell has cast his ballot in the midterm election. This afternoon in Pascagoula, the sheriff, who is running for congressman for the 4th Congressional District cast his ballot and News 25 was there. Sheriff Ezell is running as the Republican candidate after defeating incumbent Steven Palazzo in the GOP primary. He’s facing off against Democrat Johnny…

Voters turnout for 2022 midterm election

The polls are open until 7 p.m. for the 2022 midterm elections and voters are letting their voices be heard. News 25’s Sabria Reid is in Pascagoula as voters cast their ballots in the final hours of Election Day. Categories: Local News, News Tags: elections, midterm election, voting

Flu season ongoing and flu shots are available

The flu has been going around. You probably know someone who’s had it, if you haven’t had it yourself. Today, we have Family Nurse Jillian Strayham from Singing River Health with us in studio to tell us about resources when it comes to the flu. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: flu season, health

Morning Business Report: November 8th, 2022

Parents are checking prices of hot toys on average four times a week and the results of today’s election could have ripple effects through the stock market. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

7th annual Restoration Summit Thursday at the Coast Convention Center

Purposeful restoration, that’s the theme of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality’s Restoration Summit this year. The free event offers the public a chance to learn about current restoration projects across the state as well as those that are on the horizon. Here to tell us more is MDEQ Executive Director Chris Wells. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: 7th annual Restoration…

Saints Report: Prime Opportunity Waste in Primetime for Saints

After last week’s shutout win over the Raiders, it appeared as if the Saints had gotten their swagger back, but Monday night’s primetime loss tells a different story. The Saints coming in just one win away from their 400th regular season victory in franchise history, but number 400 is gonna have to wait at least one more week as the…