Morning Business Report: January 25th, 2022

Americans say they are working to put more money away for retirement and hospitals and restaurants are asking congress for money to help them get through COVID. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Local reaction to Ukraine: How tensions can potentially affect the Coast

With the tensions rising between Ukraine and Russia, we wanted to ask local experts about any potential impact it could have here in South Mississippi. Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Miss Dr. Joe Weinberg tells News 25 he believes Russia is taking advantage of the United States’ in-fighting in recent years. He believes it will be difficult for…

Cold weather shelters opening across the Coast

Cold weather shelters across South Mississippi are preparing to open their doors again this week. In Hancock County, the shelter at the EOC on Highway 603 in the Kiln will open tonight and tomorrow night from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. each day. Anyone needing a ride to that shelter can call Hancock County Dispatch at 228-255-9191 for assistance. A…

Apartment fire in Gulfport sends five people to the hospital

Gulfport firefighters were called to a fire that sent five people to the hospital Monday night. Gulfport Fire Chief Billy Kelley sent these pictures, showing the massive blaze. He says the call came in around 7:20 last night. When firefighters arrived, flames were shooting out of the first and second floor of the apartment complex which is Coast Village Apartments…

AP source: coach Sean Payton resigns from New Orleans Saints

By BRETT MARTEL NEW ORLEANS (AP) — New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton, whose 15-year tenure with the club included its only Super Bowl championship and also a one-season suspension stemming from the NFL’s bounty investigation, intends to retire from coaching. The New Orleans Saints announced on their website they will hold a 3 p.m. press conference in the indoor facility…

1/25 – Rob’s “Wet Start” Tuesday Morning Forecast

An area of low-pressure to the south along with a cold front north will continue to bring rain to the area. May not see a lot of movement of temperatures during the morning hours, but as conditions dry out, could see some afternoon warming. As the area of low-pressure south exits to the east, that will allow the arctic boundary…

Long Beach High’s Brooklyn Biancamano named MS Gatorade Player of the Year

Today, Long Beach High School runner Brooklyn Biancamano was announced as the 2021-2022 Gatorade Mississippi Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year. Biancamano is a three-time returning Gatorade runner of the year for cross country and a two-time track and field winner. This past cross-country season, Biancamano won the individual state title with an 18 minute 3.6 second 5K time,…

Fatal shooting in Gulfport leaves two dead

Two people are dead following a deadly shooting in Gulfport today. An investigation is underway into a deadly shooting in Gulfport. Gulfport police responded to the scene near Rippy Road and Jeff Road after receiving calls about a shooting. Gulfport Police Chief Chris Ryle said, “Upon officer’s arrival they found an individual deceased from gunshot wounds. The officers obtained a…

Gulfport High’s Theatre Department rehearsing for ‘Grease’

Gulfport High’s Theatre Department is in its final weeks of rehearsal for the upcoming production of the classic musical ‘Grease.’ ‘Grease’ was a musical play turned movie, set in the 1950s, that follows the life of middle class teenagers as they navigate the complexities of peer pressure, core values, and love. The theatre department at Gulfport will have multiple chances…

Kroc Center creates children-ran candy cart for guests

The Kroc Center in Biloxi started a pretty sweet candy cart business with a couple of children in its after-school program. Kroc Center Director Danielle Emery says she got the idea for the cart when she was helping two students in her after-school program with math homework. She thought the idea of the cart would help teach them math skills…

Free Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Camp February 5th

On Saturday, February 5th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gulfport Sportsplex Turf Fields, Gulfport Leisure Services will host a free Big League Youth Baseball Fundamentals Baseball Camp instructed by Major League stars Fred Lewis, Matthew Lawton, and Jonathan Holder. This camp is for ages five through 12 and those attending will need to bring their own bat…

Update on Omicron: Importance of getting tested and getting booster shots

As the omicron variant continues to spread rapidly, health professionals say getting the booster shot is more important than ever. Last Tuesday, Americans were able to start placing orders for their free COVID tests promised by the Biden Administration. Every household, based on residential address, is limited to four tests. The White House reported last week it capped the number…

Jackson County discusses successes and future endeavors at State of the Economy Address

Jackson County held its third annual State of the Economy Address this morning. Attendees at the event discussed the movements made in both economy development and community development across the county as well as the plans for moving forward into the next year. One major topic discussed at the event was the expansion and revitalization of the county. Ocean Springs…

Tax season begins today

Starting today, the Internal Revenue Service will begin accepting individual income tax returns, but the IRS is still facing a significant backlog from last year due to the ongoing pandemic. The agency said it’s also trying to catch up after being forced to close offices and adjust to staffing shortages. Regardless, taxes are due on April 18th and treasury officials…

Biloxi Gun Show this weekend at the Coast Coliseum

This Saturday and Sunday, the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center will host the Biloxi Gun Show. The merchandise available won’t be limited to guns. This morning, we have Ben and Sondra Hewitt with Classic Arms Production in studio with details. Tags: Biloxi Gun Show

Morning Business Report: January 24th, 2022

Spider-Man is now the sixth highest grossing movie of all time and stocks are closely watching an escalating conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report