This year’s Shrimp King was announced during the annual Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet photo session and poster unveiling ceremony. The 93-year tradition marks the beginning of shrimp season. Tonight kicks off festivities for the annual Blessing of the Fleet event which is Sunday, May 29th. This year’s poster is illustrated by Samantha Rae Breland Savage, who currently lives in…
Eight-year-old Ava Trehern describes today as a day like she’s never had before all thanks to loved ones, Galleria BMW in D’Iberville, and Make-A-Wish Foundation. In 2016, at just two years old, Ava was diagnosed with retinoblastoma. Despite the long journey, today was a day of celebration as the foundation granted Ava’s wish of a shopping spree and surprised her…
MGCCC graduated more than 100 students during their adult education commencement. These students took adult education classes to achieve their high school equivalency or G.E.D. Students also earn a ‘National Career Ready Certificate,’ ‘Smart Start Certificate,’ and explore career technical education and workforce training options. News 25 spoke to a student who recommends MGCCC to others and plans to take…
Governor Tate Reeves came down to the Coast for a safety initiative press conference, but we were able to ask him a few quick questions about the Senate failing to pass measures to keep abortion legal nationwide. Governor Reeves says if Roe v. Wade were to be overturned, abortion will become illegal in the state of Mississippi except in cases…
Heat peaks today with numbers not too far behind expected Thursday. We drop into the upper 60s tonight with a not-too-humid feel to the air. An upper-level low currently in the western Atlantic will move eastward into the east coast of Florida and Georgia by the end of this forecast period. At the same time, an upper level disturbance will…
School officials are praising students for their quick action after a boy brought a pistol to Gulfport Central Middle School today. District Spokeswoman Sandy Commer-East tells News 25 the student, an 8th grader, was filming himself with a gun in the bathroom. Other students saw the boy with the weapon and reported it to school officials within minutes and that’s…
Hundreds of kids took a field trip to MGM Park for a Shuckers game and Education Day. It was a needed break for all the students who wrapped up state testing last week. We all remember loading up on a school bus with our friends and embarking on the much-anticipated field trip once or twice a year. It was usually…
Lions of Biloxi presented a special mother with the 68th annual Mother of the Year award. Every year, the Biloxi Lions Club chooses a mom who has gone above and beyond in the community to be the Mother of the Year. It was an emotional day as Lauren Smith was presented the club’s award. Smith’s daughter nominated her mother for…
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center, in partnership with Mississippi Power Foundation, cut the ribbon on a new lab to help kids learn while playing. Louie’s Lab will provide a hands-on interactive learning experience for all. The new lab will continue with Mississippi Power’s mission of inspiring children, families, and communities through the arts, interactive educational experiences, and exploration. Children will get…
To celebrate National Hospital Week, Memorial Hospital hosted a picnic and carnival day to show appreciation for their staff and employees. National Hospital Week is an opportunity to highlight hospitals, health systems, and healthcare workers and showcase the innovative ways they are supporting and connected to the community. Memorial employees were able to enjoy games, food, and music throughout the…
The Mississippi heat is back again, but before those summer temps reach their highs, now is a good time to have your air conditioner serviced. Representatives from Geiger Heating and Air are already busy with service calls as summer approaches. Geiger’s Brian Younger says when outside temps reach 90 degrees or higher, your AC unit can run constantly, making now…
Contestants of the 2022 Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet are posing for photos and unveiling this year’s event poster. The 93-year tradition marks the beginning of shrimp season. Tonight kicks off festivities for the annual Blessing of the Fleet which is May 29th. News 25’s Sabria Reid has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Blessing of the Fleet, poster unveiling,…
A critical new report on inflation is out today. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with that story and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The Orange Grove Public Library is tooting the horn of some notable students. They’re hosting a reception for the 2022 Mississippi Lions All-State Band. Library Circulation Clerk and former Lion Richard Kalnins is in studio with details. Tags: 2022 Mississippi Lions All-State Band, Orange Grove Public Library, reception
It’s kitten season, the time of year when cats are breeding and having litters of kittens. Since 2017, the Feral Feline Coalition has worked to control the cat population in Jackson County by capturing, neutering, and releasing cats. You can spot them every Saturday at the fresh market in Ocean Springs educating the public on their mission of controlling populations,…
The Mississippi Maritime Museum in Pascagoula hasn’t even opened yet, but it is already adding more to its collection. The museum has announced the debut of a restored wooden catboat. They christened it today by breaking a bottle against the boat’s bow. The boat was donated to the museum by Mort and Joan Caplan of Gulfport and recently restored on…
It’s getting harder and harder to live the American dream these days. The rise in home prices coupled with soaring mortgage rates and a low housing supply are certainly making home buying more challenging. Here with some tips to increase your buying power in today’s competitive market is John Simmons, business development officer with Navigator Credit Union. Categories: Financial Tips
Diamondhead residents in Wards 2 and 3 elected new council members to represent them in a special election held Tuesday. Ward 2 elected Anna DeMarco Liese while Ward 3 voters elected John J. Cumberland. Both won with a majority of the votes. Here are the unofficial results in Ward 2: David Hart 4 votes, 1.83% Anna DeMarco Liese 115 votes,…
Hot and dry pattern continues as high-pressure extends SW to NE from the western Gulf of Mexico to the Great Lakes. This will easily support high temperatures around 90 degrees, with isolated locations approaching low/mid 90s. Relatively low dew-points in place will keep heat indices in check. Upper level low currently in the western Atlantic will move eastward into the east…
Two years after his initial signing day ceremony, former St. Martin boys basketball standout Andre Brunt II is back where it all began to do it all over again. This afternoon, the former Yellowjacket put pen to paper with Tougaloo College in Jackson, having played the last two seasons at Snead State Community College in Boaz, Alabama. This season, Brunt…
Expect a very pleasant Tuesday night as skies clear, with lows in the 60s. Cooler drainage areas around Pascagoula and central Jackson County could see some upper 50s. The very warm pattern continues in the short term, with 80s along the coast and readings closer to 90 inland. As high pressure builds further, heat for the week will peak Wednesday…
The Biloxi Shuckers are a hard team to figure out this year, having won their first seven games of the season in April. They’ve flipped that stat on its head in the next calendar month, having lost their first seven games in May. Shuckers hosting the Birmingham Barons for a six-game series at MGM Park. Shuckers lost five of six…
The D’Iberville Chamber of Commerce held their eighth annual Taste of Back Bay this evening to give residents some samples of coastal flavors. Businesses including Chicken Salad Chick, Olive Garden, Scarlet Pearl, the Fudge Shack, Luxe Pop Ups, and more set up shop as they cooked some of their best samples. Guests then went around trying each food sample and…
The City of Ocean Springs gathered to celebrate the life of beloved mascot Carl the Rooster who was killed last month. Blackwater Brass led a sidewalk second line from Lil’ Market Deli and Bagelry to Twisted Anchor Tattoo along with sounds from the St. John Pipers. Everyone, young and old, got one last chance to remember Carl’s life and symbolism…