Lighting issues force closure of fields at sports complex in Biloxi

Most fields at Popp’s Ferry Recreational Sports Complex in Biloxi are closed while the city works to correct lighting issues. The soccer fields have been closed since February due to lighting and light pole issues. However, there are daytime play fields that remain open just north from the dog park on Popp’s Ferry Road. The light poles and fixtures that…

MGCCC holding annual Student Art Show at the Harrison County campus

Any time is a great time to admire beautiful art pieces! Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College students are hosting their annual Spring Student Art Exhibit at the Harrison County campus. The showcase is free to the public for the month of April and it includes projects made in the school’s drawing, design, painting, and computer art courses. Vinh Vo is…

4/11 – Jeff Vorick’s “Isolated Rain” Tuesday Evening Forecast

An area of low pressure has formed in our region, just to our south in the Gulf of Mexico. Cloud coverage will be dominant over the next couple of days along with windy conditions, rain potential, and coastal impacts. Isolated rain chances of 30% can be expected overnight. A Coastal Flood Warning and Small Craft Advisory remain in effect until…

Seashore Highlands Retirement Community enjoys Coffee with a Cop

Residents at the Seashore Highlands Retirement Community enjoyed chatting it up with Gulfport police over a cup of coffee and light refreshments. The Coffee with a Cop event allowed seniors within the community to ask questions about any issues or concerns they may have in a small intimate setting. Gulfport police answered all their questions and talked to them about…

Breakfast in preparation for National Day of Prayer

Youth for Christ hosted a prayer breakfast this morning to get people ready for National Day of Prayer, which is celebrated on the first Thursday in May. National Day of Prayer is an annual observance designated by the United States Congress. People are asked ‘to turn to God in prayer and meditation.’ Churches, small groups, and local government invite citizens…

Biloxi Shuckers make 2023 MGM Park Debut

Today is the day Biloxi Shuckers fans! The long-awaited return of your hometown Minor League Baseball team at MGM Park. News 25’s Sports Director Jeff Haeger is at MGM Park with more. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports

Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy named in honor of Sheriff Troy Peterson

The brand-new facility for future law enforcement officers is up and running in Harrison County. The Harrison County Law Enforcement Training Academy, located near the county farm on James Bond Road, is a full-service center offering basic certifications and advanced courses in communication, corrections, and law enforcement. The academy has classrooms, office space, barracks, and a driving track outside. The…

Biloxi Police Department getting traffic plans ready for Black Spring Break

Biloxi police are preparing traffic plans for Black Spring Break that starts Thursday. The police department has been getting traffic plans in place, especially for Highway 90 which they assume will be busy. Along with making sure they have all hands on deck, including having additional officers coming in. Residents will see an increase in foot and vehicle traffic along…

City of Pascagoula under boil water notice

The City of Pascagoula has been under a boil water notice since yesterday. The city’s public works contractor, H20, has brought in reinforcements to help locate what is believed to be a leak in the pipes. Public Works staff, with assistance of regional resources, have identified the source of the water main breakage that has resulted in water continuity issues…

Morning Business Report: April 11th, 2023

Callaway Golf gets a boost after the Masters and Moderna says it hopes to offer new vaccines for cancer and heart disease. Joya Dass is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Joe Graham Post 119 Veterans Benefit Golf Tournament

This weekend, American Legion Joe Graham Post 119 is hosting its annual Veterans Benefit Golf Tournament in Gulfport. Tournament Director Ted Moulding is in studio with more. The tournament takes place April 15th at 8:30 a.m. at the Bayou Vista Golf Course. It is $25 to purchase honor signs. For more information call 228-206-3201.

Local emergency responders take mental health course

The Mental Health Association of South Mississippi hosted an emergency responders mental health training course on the Gulf Park campus in Long Beach. This one-day course is a trusted, evidence based, and early-intervention training program that emergency responders use to help increase their confidence and comfort level in dealing with people with mental illness or who are mentally distressed and…

Biloxi Shuckers return to MGM Park for 2023 Home Opener

The Biloxi Shuckers play their first home game of the season at MGM Park tonight. The Shuckers come into their series with the Pensacola Blue Wahoos with a 2-1 record after a three-game series against the Mississippi Braves in Pearl. First pitch for tonight’s home opener is set for 6:35. It’s the first game of a six-game home series. Categories:…

4/10 – Jeff Vorick’s “Conditions Changing” Monday Night Forecast

Cool and breezy conditions will be present out the door tomorrow morning. Mostly cloudy skies are expected through much of tomorrow. Winds will begin to elevate to breezy conditions Tuesday, with elevated winds carrying through Thursday. An area of low pressure will form in the Gulf and will linger for our area for the middle of this week. Rain chances…

Shuckers make 2023 MGM Park debut Tuesday

When the Biloxi Shuckers make their long-awaited 2023 debut at MGM Park tomorrow, they’ll be doing so with the number one prospect in all of minor league baseball for the first time in franchise history. Get used to hearing the name Jackson Chourio, who was elevated to the top spot by Baseball America upon the graduation of former prospects Gunnar…

Make-a-Wish grants local child a trip to Disney World

Make-a-Wish is back with another granted wish to a Coast child! This time, Waveland eight-year-old Khai Thomas was granted his wish of a dream trip to Disney World in Orlando. Today, Khai and his family met up with Wish Giver Cindy Kenny who threw Khai a little party with pizza, cupcakes, and balloons. The Blind Tiger charters team even offered…

4/10 – Jeff’s “Quiet” Monday Evening Forecast

The start of this week will provide for a brief lull in the pattern across South Mississippi. Clouds will move back in this evening and temperatures will drop off again. Expect mostly cloudy skies and cool conditions tomorrow morning. Skies will feature more in the way of cloud coverage tomorrow. Thanks to already-unsettled conditions across the Gulf, there is a…

Ocean Springs businesses receive façade grant improvement program

There may be some big changes coming to Downtown Ocean Springs thanks to the Façade Grant Improvement Program. They received a $20,000 grant through a partnership with the Ocean Springs Chamber of Main Street and Mississippi Power Foundation. This money will be divided up between existing commercial businesses who apply.  The money is meant to revitalize the area from Holcomb…

Kids enjoying Jackson County 4-H Spring Break Day Camp

Kids participating in the Jackson County 4-H Spring Break Camp enjoyed learning about marine life across the Coast. The three-day event is free for kids ages five to 18 and offers arts and crafts, games, activities, and a chance to learn from community speakers. Today, the Mississippi Aquarium visited the camp and students learned about sharks, sting rays, and other…