Counting down the days to 2023, the Krewe of Sirens prepares for their annual Mardi Gras Ball. For the third year, KOS wants you to ring in the new year with them. What is now the Biloxi Civic Center’s ball room is soon to be transformed into a mystical wonderland by Saturday night. KOS brings in entertainment acts from around…
A beloved alligator named Chomper from Pass Christian died Tuesday at the age of 64. Chomper the Gator was rescued in 1958 after hatching along the Jourdan River. He was rescued by a man named Billy Cuevas. Cuevas then adopted Chomper and raised him his whole life. Chomper spent the majority of his life at the site that is now…
1st Place Inc. in Vancleave is feeling lucky after someone who bought a ticket at the store matched five numbers for Tuesday’s drawing. 1st Place on Highway 57 gets plenty of travelers coming in to buy lottery tickets, which is why they had no idea that a winner passed through their doors. That person was able to match five white…
An area in Gulfport is now under a boil water notice. The Gulfport Water Works Division says due to a water main repair, citizens in the area of Summer Haven Circle East to Ol Oaks Drive are under a boil water notice. This includes Summer Haven Drive and Live Oaks Cove. The department will make an alert when the water…
Captain Matt Haley and Major Louis Elias have both announced their intention to run for the Harrison County sheriff position next year. Both men still have to qualify. Elias is a graduate of Long Beach High School and the Harrison County Law Enforcement Academy. Haley started at the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office at the age of 23, working under Sheriff…
It will be more difficult to return gifts this season and holiday-related debt soars to an eight-year high. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
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Now that Christmas is over and New Year’s is coming up this weekend, here on the Coast, we know that carnival season is not far behind. With us today to talk about the traditional kickoff for the season is Anna Harris, executive director of the Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum, mardi…
Ole Miss fans are getting ready for the Rebels’ appearance in the Texas Bowl tonight. The Rebels will face the Texas Tech Red Raiders for the Tax Act Texas Bowl. The Rebels have had a sour taste in their mouth for over a month now after losing the regular season finale to Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl. They are…
If you’re looking for something to do with all your cardboard boxes from the holidays, well, you’re in luck. The cardboard recycling events runs 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday only and there are five locations for the drop-offs: D’Iberville Civic Center on Auto Mall Parkway Harrison County Work Center on Lorraine Road in Gulfport Long Beach Harbor Edgewater Mall…
Hotels and casinos along the Coast are filling up with out-of-town guests for the upcoming New Year’s holiday. Biloxi City Councilman Kenny Glavan, who is president of the Mississippi Hotel and Lodging Association, says rooms started filling up right after Christmas. With the Sugar Bowl being played right down the road in New Orleans, fans heading to the game are…
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson announced Wednesday he will not seek a third term in office. Peterson said in a press release that he will serve out his current term until 2024 and then retire. He has nearly 40 years in law enforcement. Two people already have declared their intention to run for sheriff — Major Louis Elias Jr. and…
This afternoon will remain mostly quiet outside of a couple possible showers over the coastal waters. We see our first real warm-up day of the warming trend that will continue through what looks to be the next several days. High temperatures this afternoon are forecast to reach the mid-60s to low 70s for all. Going to hit on the fog…
The forecast remains mainly unchanged, with heavy rain possibilities and fog potential remaining the focuses of the short term. Today will remain mostly quiet outside of a couple possible showers over the coastal waters. We see our first real warm-up day of the warming trend that will continue through what looks to be the next several days. High temperatures this afternoon…
Many people are still trying to get home after spending Christmas away with their friends and family. Travelers at Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport were among the thousands of flights canceled by the winter storm. “I’m here. I made it. I need to get my car from New Orleans now because that’s where my flight was from. A little bit of driving…
The cold airmass is modifying across much of the eastern two-thirds of the U.S. However, the combination of light winds turning calm and clear skies have led to efficient radiational cooling. They won’t drop off much more thanks to increased moisture content in the air. A few clouds will be around Wednesday but temperatures will warm well into the 60s….
If you’re looking for a fun time during New Year’s Eve, some of the hotels and resorts around the Coast have you covered. First, the White House Hotel in Biloxi will kick off the celebration with its own party. The fun there begins during the day when the hotel offers a New Year’s special meal for guests. Reservations for the…
Harrison County Fire Rescue, along with the US Forest Service firefighters, responded to a large wooded area for a fire that is believed to have been set. Fire crews kept the fire from spreading to nearby homes. No injuries were reported and the arson fire is under investigation. Chief Sullivan said, “But this is a fire we believe is arson,…
Is health and fitness on your list of goals for 2023? Voted WXXV’s Best Boot Camp, Brantley Ellison Fitness in Biloxi is hosting their first New Year’s Eve 5K run for free. This Saturday at 8 a.m. runners will meet at ‘B.E. Fit’ Gym on Cedar Lake Road. The family is invited to start off the year with fitness vendors,…
Temperatures managed to hit 60 degrees in a few spots this afternoon. The cold airmass is finally losing its grip on South Mississippi. Clear skies and relatively light winds will allow for another sharp cooldown this evening. However, increased moisture in the air will keep temperatures from bottoming out too low. There is potential for patchy, light fog in the…
Mark your calendars for Saturday as Lynn Meadows Discovery Center will host its annual Countdown to Noon. This annual party allows kids to ring in the new year a little early without the hassle of staying up until midnight. The event begins at 10 a.m. Saturday and children and their parents will be able to play games, do new year’s…
The celebration of Kwanzaa began yesterday and the Gulf Coast Kwanzaa Coalition will host its 30th annual Kwanzaa Celebration tomorrow. Kwanza was created in 1966 and is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community, and culture. The ideas and concepts of Kwanzaa are expressed in the Swahili language, one of the most widely spoken languages…
News 25 went to Pascagoula to see how the city-wide boil water notice is impacting local businesses. Those that are open are adapting, but many have closed their doors for the holiday season and won’t be open again until the new year. Pascagoula City Manager Michael Silverman says they are working as quickly as possible to alleviate any inconveniences the…
People in Pascagoula are now in the fourth day under a city-wide boil water notice. Testing of water samples is happening today. In the latest update, released at 1:15 this afternoon, the city says water samples are expected to be pulled and sent to the lab for 24-hour testing. Still, the boil water notice remains in effect until the all…