The Naval Construction Battalion Center hosted a reenactment ceremony of the Battle of Dong Xoai, honoring Construction Mechanic 3rd Class Marvin Shields. He’s the first Seabee to receive the Medal of Honor. On June 19th, 1965, Seabee Technical Assistance Team 1104, 11 members of U.S. Army Special Forces A Team 342 and 400 Vietnamese Defense Force men were at camp…
Here is Jason Lindsey with this week’s Hooked on Science experiment. Tags: Hooked on Science, science
Halloween candy soars to scary highs and retailers are selling over the counter hearing aids without a prescription. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
As December approaches, Toys for Tots is preparing to do great work once again. Toys for Tots is a toy drive benefiting kids whose parents are struggling financially. Representing them in studio are Marlene Hayes and U.S. Marine Gunnery Sgt. Argustor Campbell. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Christmas Toy Drive, toys for tots
It’s one of our favorite days of the week, time to introduce you to our pet of the week. Today, Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter has brought along Sonny and Cher. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
A company at Stennis Space Center announced plans today for a major expansion of its rocket and engine test facilities. Relativity Space plans to build new facilities in the Stennis Test Complex for its Aeon R engine tests. The company said when completed, the Stennis test site will be one of the largest in the nation. The Mississippi Development Authority…
Cooler, drier air along with gusty winds will be in place this afternoon. Winds will be out of the North at 10-20 MPH with higher gusts at times. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s this afternoon. With the elevated winds and relative humidity values under 30%, a Red Flag Warning is in until 7 PM today. Do not burn! A…
It is a much cooler start this morning with temperatures in the 40s inland, and in the 50s along the beach. Behind the cold front, there is much colder and drier air along with higher winds. Winds will be out of the North at 10-20 MPH with higher gusts. High temperatures will reach the mid-60s this afternoon. With the elevated…
As of this evening, the cold front has officially passed through our area with breezy conditions in store for the remainder of the evening. Temperatures will quickly cool off tonight into the 40s, as skies will rapidly clear. Elevated winds from this afternoon will continue to gust to 15-20 MPH tonight. With a dominant north wind, strong cold air will…
The high school volleyball South State finals have arrived, setting the stage for six teams from the Gulf Coast to punch their ticket to the championship match. Starting in Class 6A with Region 8 Champion Gulfport hosting Region 5 Champion Brandon. Brandon sweeps Gulfport 28-26, 25-16, 25-15. No reason for the Lady Admirals to hang their heads, first ever South…
A house divided for a lot of Saints fans at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans Sunday with the hometown Saints hosting the Cincinnati Bengals, led by former LSU quarterback and Heisman winner Joe Burrow and former LSU wide receiver Jamarr Chase, who hooked up nine times for 221 yards and two touchdowns the last time they played in the…
Pass Christian has been in this spot before, reigning 4A South State champion Lady Pirates hosting Purvis for the right to go to Starkville. Pass Christian wins in straight sets, 25-10, 25-11, 25-19. Now, Lady Pirates heading back to the 4A State Championship match for the second year in a row. Other volleyball scores around the Coast: Long Beach-3 East…
In Moss Point, two city council members join together to hear concerns from their community members. At the Sue Ellen Recreation Center, Ward 3 Alderman Tim Dubose and Ward 4 Alderwoman Shirley Chambers hosted a community meeting to let the voices of residents be heard. The community filled the bleachers, speaking one at a time, expressing their concerns of flooding,…
The Gulf Coast community is mourning the loss of two East Central teens who died in a single car wreck over the weekend. The East Central community is mourning the loss of two high school juniors who died in a car crash after the school’s homecoming dance. When the two girls, Chloe Taylor and Baleigh Bowlin, did not make it…
The cold front has passed through the area with breezy conditions in store for the remainder of the evening. Temperatures will quickly cool off tonight into the 40s, as skies will rapidly clear. Elevated winds from this afternoon will continue to gust to 15-20 MPH tonight. With a dominant north wind, strong cold air will advect into the area. This…
Two city council members in Moss Point are joining together to hear concerns from their community members. Tonight Ward 3 Alderman Tim Dubose and Ward 4 Alderwoman Shirley Chambers will address concerns within the community. News 25’s Sabria Reid has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: meetings, moss point
With a cold snap coming through very soon, it is always important that your leafy friends are given proper care and attention. News 25 spoke with Island Garden Shop Owner Paula Pettis, who has tips on how to keep vulnerable plants safe during the cold weather. She says while many plants should be fine in the freezing temperatures, such as…
The Stone County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals received a $2,500 check today from the Stone County Economic Development Partnership. The money will be used to care for the animals, when it comes to getting spayed or neutered, vet bills, and fuel transports to help pets get adopted. The shelter has roughly 100 pets that are looking…
Today, a man was arrested on one count of aggravated assault and two counts of aggravated assault-domestic violence. On Saturday, Harrison County deputies responded to a domestic dispute on County Farm Road. Justin Fairley went to his ex-wife’s home and got into an argument with her and another man which turned physical. Authorities say Fairley got into his truck and…
Get ready for a big disruption to your drive. MDOT has announced the railroad crossing just south of Interstate 10 near Creosote Road and the entrance to Gulfport Premium Outlets will be closing for repairs. The northbound lanes of Highway 49 will close starting this coming Sunday night at 10 and will stay closed for up to a week. During…
The annual Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair is back. For 101 years, the fair has been welcoming families and continues to grow bigger and better. It has a little something for everyone. The fair opened Sunday and will be open every day through this Sunday. Rides opened midday today. Tomorrow, kiddie land rides open earlier and it will be family…
Hard work paying off for Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Tim Jones who caught his first career NFL pass Sunday. It was a 20-yard reception against the Indianapolis Colts. Unfortunately for the Southern Miss and Biloxi High alum, his Jaguars coming up short, 34-27. Tags: football, sports, Tim Jones
In Hattiesburg, Southern Miss celebrating homecoming against Arkansas State. Eagles win it 20-19, improving to 3-3 on the season, still looking for that next win to go over .500 for the first time in the Will Hall era. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: football, Southern Miss, sports
16th ranked Mississippi State trying to stay hot, on the road against 22nd ranked Kentucky. MSU unable to muster any more offense, second loss of the season for State, 27-17 at the hands of the Wildcats. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: football, mississippi state, sports