Creating a space for children and families to read while enjoying the outdoors, a story walk is now available to the community. In the green space between the Waveland Public Library and Ground Zero Hurricane Museum on Coleman Avenue, story book pages line the sidewalk. The 20-page children’s book ‘Not Norman: A Goldfish Story” will be available for the month…
The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce Main Street Tourism Bureau, along with its sponsor the Lady May restaurant, hosted their quarterly breakfast with the mayor. Breakfast with the Mayor serves as an opportunity for local business owners and interested citizens to meet with the mayor of Ocean Springs in an informal setting to learn about the plans and developments for…
It’s FCCLA Week and that means students are spreading awareness about what the national club does. It gives kids the skills to make their communities better. The first thing you notice about Alyssa, Syrianna, Jasmine and Zalondre is their maturity – this reporter thought the Pass Christian teenagers were on their way to graduation, but it turns out they’re all…
With stranding season approaching, first responders, law enforcement, and sand beach gathered at the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies in Gulfport, learning about what to do if sea turtles or dolphins are stranded on the beach. At this annual training, IMMS better equips the eight coastal agencies to answer the call to aid stranded, injured, and even dead marine animals….
From South Mississippi to the Music City, singer/songwriter Angela Easley is celebrating a huge moment in her career. It’s a long way from Pearl River County, Mississippi to Nashville Tennessee, but singer/songwriter Angela Easley has made the journey. And thanks to the release of her new album ‘Rise,’ this Mississippi girl is celebrating her greatest career achievements thus far. “So…
The Gulf Coast’s premier equestrian event has returned. Today was the first day of the six-week equestrian competition. Competitors from across the country flock to the Harrison County Fairgrounds for the Gulf Coast Winter Classics. Yet, for Gulfport native Claudia Woods, it’s a homecoming. “I’ve been riding horses since I can remember, competing since I was five. I grew up…
We’re learning even more about the mysterious disappearance of a Pearl River County woman. As we first reported yesterday, the woman who was believed to be missing for 40 years was recently found alive in a Texas nursing home. And her son, who also lives in Texas, is speaking to News 25 about his reaction and feelings learning his mom,…
On this week’s Living Well, we’re looking into a particular treatment that can help people suffering from migraines, sciatica, and poor blood flow. Tags: living well, Living Well with Troy Thompson
Champagne sales reached record highs in 2021, boosted by post-lockdown celebrations. Disney theme parks are ditching the mask requirement for fully vaccinated guests. Jane King is at the Nasdaq Marketsite with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
If you’re an athlete or you’ve played sports, you know how rewarding it can be, but not everyone can enjoy that, that is without a little bit of help. That’s where Mississippi Gulf Coast Buddy Sports comes in. The organization’s treasurer Keith Clark is in studio with more. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Mississippi Gulf Coast Buddy Sports, volunteers
Did you know that one in three teens in the U.S. will experience dating violence in some form? That’s why the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence is working to educate more parents about the signs of abuse. Youth Outreach Coordinator Alicia Tarrant is in studio with more. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, teen dating
Cloud coverage and wind speeds will continue to increase throughout the day. The southerly component to our winds will bring warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico inland giving us warmer temperatures. Dense fog will be in the area late tonight into tomorrow morning. As we move into Thursday, a cold front will makes its way into our area….
Cloud coverage and wind speeds will increase throughout the day. Winds are expected to be from the south, bringing warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico inland. Dense fog will be in the area late tonight into tomorrow morning. As we move into Thursday, a cold front will makes its way into our area. The bulk of the storms…
Baseball season is back at Mississippi Gulf Coast, Bulldogs hosting Baton Rouge in a twin bill. Bulldogs win game one 12-8, back at it for game two. Vancleave alum Noah Nicholson making his first-ever collegiate start. Baton Rouge wins game two 6-2. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, MGCCC, sports
On the other side of the bracket, Gulfport, the two-seed coming out of region 8, hosting Ocean Springs, the three-seed coming out of region 7. Gulfport wins 69-49. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: basketball, High School Boys Basketball, sports
Back to the north of I-10, St. Patrick hosting Jefferson County in the first round of the 3A playoffs. St. Patrick wins 80-49. Tags: basketball, High School Boys Basketball, sports
Last year, the Harrison Central boys basketball team hosted D’Iberville in the second round of the Class 6A playoffs and the home team won. This year, D’Iberville hosting Harrison Central in the first round. First meeting of the year between the Warriors and Red Rebels. D’Iberville wins 70-59. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: basketball, High School Boys Basketball, sports
On Friday, Southern Miss said it was leaving Conference USA. So did Marshall and Old Dominion. Today, C-USA released the composite 2022 football schedule which still includes USM, Marshall, and ODU. According to the release, the Golden Eagles are still in line to begin conference play on October 8th at home against Louisiana Tech. But remember, the university intends to…
With a potential Russian invasion on Ukraine set tomorrow, News 25 wanted to ask local experts about any potential impact it could have in South Mississippi. Associate Professor of political science at Southern Miss Dr. Joe Weinberg tells News 25 that the United States first response would most likely not be military, but in other ways such as trade embargos….
Each Tuesday in February, News 25 will feature a black musician making history in our Rhythm of the Coast segment. Tarik Fields saves lives for a living as a Gulfport and airport firefighter. He also heals others with his music, playing guitar at Grace Temple Baptist Church. “Sometimes I’m firefighter Tarik and sometimes I’m Tarik the musician.” A man wearing…
Roberts Place Café offers a new breakfast dine in option in Pass Christian. Dorothy Roberts opened the café next door to her gift shop, Robin’s Nest, in the Pass on Davis Avenue. The restaurant honors her family’s history and contains memorabilia from Dorothy’s sister, Robin Roberts, who is on Good Morning America, and from her parents’ careers in the military…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and Rolls Royce Marine North America signed an apprenticeship agreement today at the Rolls Royce Naval Marine in Pascagoula. The agreement will include three registered apprenticeship programs: finisher/welder, CNC machinist, and foundry worker. The CNC machinist apprentices began classes this spring on the Jackson County campus. The other apprentices will start this summer. The apprenticeship…
Students at St. Alphonsus Catholic School in Ocean Springs were so inspired after reading a book in class they decided to start a fundraiser to help communities in Africa in need of clean water. After reading ‘A Long Walk to Water,’ a book that showcases the struggles of Salva, a Sudanese lost boy who is separated from his family, and…
Used car buyers beware, the recent market for vehicles has been increasing due to ongoing supply chain problems. In the past year, used car market prices across the country have gone up an average of 40.5 percent. Customers are now owing an average monthly payment of about $500 for these vehicles. One inventory problem affecting this price increase is the…