Pearl River County has the most overdose deaths per capita in Mississippi and Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers is working to lower that number. Families gathered on Memorial Boulevard in Picayune to share stories of their loved ones who lost their battle with addiction. On a billboard behind them are photos. Susie Smith lost her daughter to drugs. She chose to…
Ocean Springs will be hosting their Springs Arts Festival this weekend! The festival will consist of herbs, gardens, and all things art! One unique section of the festival will include a jewelry and art fair at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center. Talented members of the Gem and Mineral Society have teamed up together to showcase several pieces of jewelry….
Late Friday into Saturday morning, a shortwave system will move through the area. Strong warm air advection due to southerly winds ahead of the system will help enhance instability. Weak upper level divergence will help to enhance lifting in the environment, especially in the northernmost areas. Some strong storms may be possible, but currently in the models, shear seems fairly…
There was a full room of business leaders inside the Knight Nonprofit Center for the Gulf Coast Business Council meeting. Guest Speaker Dr. Christopher Smith provided a very detailed presentation on topics pertaining to regional economics and legislature. Members took part in several polls to express their opinion on the Coast’s current economic state. Participants were concerned that inflation was…
Children can try something new and participate in bungee fitness at Soar. Soar Bungee Fitness allows anyone to join in on their fun workout, even children. This is a unique way to keep children active or they can just pretend to be their favorite superhero. Children must be at least 40 pounds to participate. Soar offers kids classes each Saturday…
In 1987, President Regan recognized March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month to “increase public awareness of the needs and the potential of Americans with developmental disabilities.” Disabilities can refer to impairments in learning and behavior such as autism, attention-deficit, hyper-activity disorder, and impairments in physical and or intellectual functions. Linda Burke, the associate director at Arc in Gulfport, helps those…
Your bracket may be busted, but it’s not too late to cash in some winners. Scarlet Pearl Casino is expecting another huge turnout as the Sweet 16 round of the March Madness tournament begins tonight. Last week, the Scarlet Pearl Sportsbook was packed for the rounds of 64 and 32. Fans were at the sports book area all day, building…
The Taste of South Mississippi is back! With over 20 different types of cuisine, the Kroc Center in Biloxi is offering a tasty tour of the Coast. News 25’s Rick Gogreve is at the event to tell us how the party is going! Categories: Local News, News Tags: Kroc center, Taste of South Mississippi
Bay St. Louis business owners Bart and Mary Brooks lost their belongings in a house fire that happened last Sunday. While working at their business, Ms. Mary’s Old Town Snowballs, the couple received a call that their house they just moved into a couple of months before was on fire. The fire was caused by the fireplace, leaving the house…
The Federal Reserve raises interest rates to highest level in 16 years. TikTok faces a congressional hearing today as some critics call for ban. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The Mental Health Association of South Mississippi is accepting nominations for honorees to be recognized at this year’s ‘Don’t Worry, Be Happy’ Fundraiser. Director of Programs Kimberly Barta is here today to tell us about what it means to be an honoree. Honoree nominations are due March 31st and can be submitted by email at KDaneault@msmentalhealth.org or by calling 228-864-6274….
Keesler Air Force Base held the Assumption of Command Ceremony this morning. Col. Billy Pope Jr. is taking charge as the new commander over the 81st Training Wing at Keesler Air Force Base. “If I could command any wing in the United States Air Force, it would be this one, the 81st Training Wing.” Col. Pope received his commission from…
The battle over the Bonnet Carre Spillway continues. The Army Corps of Engineers now appealing the decision from a recent lawsuit that says local Coast governments and fishery organizations must be consulted on any future openings of the spillway. The corps filed that appeal Monday at the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans. Federal Judge Louis Guirola made…
An extended agreement at the state Port of Gulfport that will bring an economic boost to the area, perhaps even more jobs. The Mississippi State Port Authority has entered into a long-term lease and operating agreement with Ports America, a company that’s already been working with the Port of Gulfport since 2006. The agreement includes a 20-year term with the…
The stubborn low cloud deck from earlier has broken up some. Temperatures will be very warm this afternoon under partly cloudy skies and breezy conditions. The mild pattern will stick around and overnight, and winds will remain somewhat elevated. Fog has the potential to be around Friday morning for areas that see winds relax enough. More in the way of…
Patches of dense fog will be around this morning. Once daylight arrives, the fog will gradually dissipate through the start of the day. Winds will become elevated this afternoon with 10 to 15 MPH southerly winds. Temperatures will be very warm today with highs in the upper 70s! Partly cloudy skies can be expected. Fog has the potential to set…
Throughout the World Baseball Classic, we saw Shohei Ohtani lead Japan to last night’s championship as one of the best hitters and pitchers on the planet. On a much smaller scale, Peyton Lacy is having the same kind of two-way success for Pass Christian High School. At the plate, the Southern Miss signee is hitting .356 with five home runs….
With high pressure to our east, moisture recovery continues as evidenced by dewpoints now approaching or exceeding 60 degrees in most places across the forecast area. Mostly clear skies and this influx of moisture will be supportive of radiational fog development tonight in some areas. The main inhibiting factor will be wind and where the wind shuts off vs where…
When it comes to high school football recruiting, they don’t just hand out 5-star ratings. In fact, those are reserved for the one percent of the one percent and for the first time in 15 years, the Gulf Coast is home to one of those 5-star guys. Picayune Memorial High School is where we find Jamonta Waller, who is now…
When you’re working out, do you ever expect to see kids right next to you lifting weights? Well, a gym in Ocean Springs allows that! Limitless Strength in Ocean Springs is not like any other gym where just adults go to train, but it is also a place for kids five-years and older to workout or join a class among…
Ingalls Shipbuilding and the Harrison County School District are cooking up new opportunities for students and those opportunities smell a lot like pizza. Ingalls and the school district partnered up to host their Pizza and Possibilities event where students from Harrison Central High, West Harrison High, and D’Iberville High were able to come together and learn all about the career…
With high pressure to our east, moisture recovery continues as evidenced by dewpoints now approaching or exceeding 60 degrees in most places across the forecast area. Mostly clear skies and this influx of moisture will be supportive of radiational fog development tonight in some areas. The main inhibiting factor will be wind and where the wind shuts off vs where…
With graduation just around the corner, thousands of community college students are preparing to enter the workforce. It’s the annual career fair at Pearl River Community College, a chance for students to network with several businesses and community leaders to see what career opportunities are available. Instructor of Business and Marketing Management Meghan Merritt said, “We are so excited, this…
All five schools in the Long Beach School District earned the designation of Mississippi Military Star School. The inaugural group of 61 schools from 12 districts in Mississippi are being honored by Governor Tate Reeves and Mississippi State Superintendent of Education Dr. Robert Taylor for their efforts. The program awards public schools a Military Star Designation if they have certain…