The Krewe of Gemini has been rolling through the Coast since 1969 and tonight was no different. News 25’s Meggan Gray led the parade as grand marshal followed by the 53rd reigning king and queen, Michael and Sandie Schlett. Parading through downtown Gulfport, the parade stopped at city hall where Mayor Billy Hewes made a toast to the krewe’s royalty….
Mardi Gras Day celebrations were taking place in Biloxi. The Gulf Coast Carnival Association’s parade spread some mambo magic throughout downtown as paradegoers filled the city’s sidewalks. The parade included marching bands, fire trucks, multiple police units, and around 100 floats. It was a highly anticipated day that the association’s officers waited two years for. Between the nice weather and…
The next few days will be mainly a temp and dew-point forecast. No rain anywhere in sight during the workweek with the greatest impacts likely to the fire weather community as relative humidity values could be quite low again this afternoon and tomorrow afternoon. As we head into Wednesday and Thursday, winds will be highly dependent on daytime heating….
The Krewe of Real People Next Generation paraded down the streets of Bay St. Louis. The Krewe of Real People Next Generation kept it real once again this Fat Tuesday as cars, trucks, and floats rolled down the streets of Bay St. Louis. Krewe Member Rickey Lewis said, “The krewe was newly formed in 2017. We kind of took over…
Rep. Steven Palazzo is running for his seventh term in Congress against a crowded field of 10 challengers in District 4. Today was the candidate qualifying deadline. The primary is June 7th and the general election is November 8th. Challengers to Palazzo’s seat include former Hattiesburg mayor Johnny Dupree, a Democrat, and Republicans State Senator Brice Wiggins and Jackson County…
The Krewe of Gemini will round out the carnival season on Fat Tuesday with the final night parade for the City of Gulfport. News 25’s Sabria Reid is at the parade with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: carnival season, Krewe of Gemini, mardi gras, parades
Two people have been arrested in connection with a church break-in and theft in George County. George County Sheriff’s Department says 41-year-old Hubert Rouse and 30-year-old Maegan Suzanne Davis are charged with commercial burglary of a church. In addition, Davis is charged with trying to steal a car. On Saturday, the sheriff’s department got a security alarm from New Hope…
Today’s Hooked on Science experiment involves launching a rocket balloon. Tags: Hooked on Science, science
Target ups its starting pay for some workers and defense and cybersecurity stocks climb amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Jane King is at the Nasdaq Marketsite with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
The next few days will be mainly a temp and dew-point forecast. No rain anywhere in sight during the workweek with the greatest impacts likely to the fire weather community as relative humidity values could be quite low again this afternoon and tomorrow afternoon. As we head into Wednesday and Thursday, winds will be highly dependent on daytime heating. Once…
A traffic note for drivers in Jackson County, starting today a portion of Wade-Vancleave Road will be closed for at least a year and a half, maybe even two. Crews are replacing two bridges on Wade-Vancleave Road, the Parker’s Lake and Roy Cumbest bridge. That means Wade-Vancleave between Old River Road and Highway 63 will be closed for the next…
Tomorrow is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the Lenten season, and many Christians receive ashes on their foreheads to symbolize death and repentance. Two churches in Long Beach are making it quick and easy with a drive-thru event. Grace Lutheran Church and First United Methodist Church are teaming up to give out ashes at Jim Simpson Pier at the foot…
The next few days will be mainly a temp and dew-point forecast. No rain anywhere in sight during the workweek with the greatest impacts likely to the fire weather community as relative humidity values could be quite low again this afternoon and tomorrow afternoon. As we head into Wednesday and Thursday, winds will be highly dependent on daytime heating. Once…
Families, friends, and pirates joined Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse at their annual Lundi Gras parade in Bay St. Louis. For eight years, decorated golf carts and walking groups roll through the bay, passing out Mardi Gras and pirate themed beads, moon pies, and stuffed animals. The Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse honors those courageous sailors who fought for this…
Tomorrow people will be flocking to the streets of Downtown Biloxi for Fat Tuesday celebrations. Businesses are still recovering from a busy weekend, but are eager to finish off what has been a successful carnival season so far. Last Saturday, the good times weren’t only rolling for paradegoers, but for local businesses in the area as well. Fly Llama Brewing…
Praise Temple Biloxi, a church on Division Street, was heavily damaged Friday when two vehicles went through the building because of a crash. While attending the funeral service for community leader Carmelita Scott, Pastor Pickett received a phone call that brought him to tears. Firefighters told Pastor Pickett and his wife that the building is so structurally damaged that it…
This Saturday at Point Cadet Plaza in Biloxi, Disability Connection, in partnership with Gulf Coast Running Club, will host their 34th annual Arbor Day Run. This fun, outdoor event promotes healthy lifestyles to individuals of all ages with and without disabilities. This event has two goals: to encourage a healthy lifestyle and to encourage people with disabilities to be active…
On this final day of February and Black History Month, we are spotlight two black-owned businesses that work together to sell their products. Delorise Nettles, the owner of Heavenly House of Coffee, has been working with Katrina Currie, the owner of I am Candy and Things, since last summer. Nettles allows Currie to cook and bag her candies in her…
The superintendent of Hancock County Schools is warning parents that vaping with e-cigarettes is becoming a dangerous problem. Superintendent Theresa Merwin talked about vaping in her weekly message on district happenings. People under 21 cannot vape, so all vaping on school grounds is illegal. Merwin said a few students have needed medical attention after vaping. Students caught vaping face expulsion…
The Walter Anderson Museum of Art in Ocean Springs is hosting a mini Mardi Gras camp. During the three-day camp, kids will craft collages, participate in a scavenger hunt in the museum, and learn about the famous painter Walter Anderson and his childhood in New Orleans. The camp is taking place in the museum’s newly renovated art cottage across the…
Awarded the 2020’s Top 20 Events by Southeast Tourism Society, the Lundi Gras parade is today in Bay St. Louis. News 25’s Sabria Reid is at the Historic Train Depot with more. Tags: carnival season, lundi gras, Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church is the only orthodox church on the Mississippi Gulf Coast that reflects many nationalities such as Greek, Russian, and Ukrainian. With the war going on in Ukraine, News 25’s Janae Jordan spoke with Father Paisius McGrath on the invasion. For centuries, Russia and Ukraine have been battling with one another for various reasons, but the…
We’re a little more than a month away from the Biloxi Shuckers first game of the 2022 season. If you’re a fan, you may want to go ahead and buy your season tickets now. Here to explain why is Media Relations Manager and the voice of the Shuckers Garrett Greene. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
Taxpayers are more worried this year about their refunds and stocks are lower this morning as Russia puts nuclear forces on high alert. Jane King at the Nasdaq Marketsite with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report