Bay-Waveland wants to improve schools with $37.9M bond issue

Special election on bond issue is March 29

The Bay-Waveland School District is asking voters to fund $37.9 million in improvements to schools through a school bond. The school board approved the plan, which now goes before voters in a special election on March 29. School Board President Casey Favre said the school bond, if passed, will increase mills to 10.45 to 11.46, depending on the interest rate…

1/11 – Rob Knight’s “Sunny & Cool” Afternoon Forecast

Surface high-pressure extended from Illinois to east Texas. This high-pressure will shift eastward today and Wednesday. The disturbance over New Mexico will gradually move Eastward. This should produce a few light showers early Wednesday morning as mid and upper clouds will move across eh area. A northern disturbance is expected to move through the area Thursday with few impacts. Northerly…

1/1 – Rob’s “Clear and Cool” Tuesday Morning Forecast

Surface high-pressure extended from Illinois to east Texas. This high-pressure will shift eastward today and Wednesday. Expect sunny skies and cool temperatures today with winds continuing from the NNE. The disturbance over New Mexico will gradually move Eastward. This should produce a few light showers early Wednesday morning as mid and upper clouds will move across eh area. A northern disturbance…

1/10 – Brantly’s “Chilly” Monday Night Forecast

Highs for Tuesday will be in the 50s across the area and lows tonight will range from the upper 20s to lower 30s inland to mid 30s along the coast. Temperatures will remain very cool through the next few days as high pressure continues to extend across the north central Gulf Coast region. Lows Tuesday night and Wednesday night are…

Saints Report: Saints take care of business in 30-20 win over Falcons

Rooting for the Saints to make the playoffs for the fifth year in a row also meant rooting for the Los Angeles Rams for a little bit of help against the San Francisco 49ers. Perhaps even a chance to redeem themselves for that New Orleans No Call, but alas, instead blowing their first-ever halftime lead of the Sean McVay era….

Former Ole Miss football/baseball star John Rhys Plumlee announces transfer to UCF

Former Ole Miss dual-star sport John Rhys Plumlee has a new home, announcing his transfer today to the University of Central Florida where he’ll have two years of eligibility left in football and three in baseball. UCF Head Football Coach Gus Malzahn is already familiar with Plumlee, having recruited the former four-star quarterback out of Oak Grove High School when…

Mississippi Aquarium lights up the sails to celebrate Mardi Gras

As the sun went down this evening, the Mississippi Aquarium got into the carnival spirit. For the second year in a row, the Mississippi Aquarium illuminated its sails in the traditional Mardi Gras colors to help usher in the carnival season. Aquarium visitors and all those driving along Highway 90 can now check out the giant purple, green, and gold…

Gulfport leaders holding forum after deadly New Year’s Eve shooting

The Gaston Point community is calling a ‘saving our community’ forum. The Gulfport NAACP is creating a space to discuss the next steps in moving a community forward after the deadly New Year’s Eve party that left four people dead and others injured. Gulfport Police Chief Chris Ryle, Councilman Kenneth ‘Truck’ Casey, and other community leaders are setting up a…

Portion of Front Beach in Ocean Springs closed for repairs

A portion of Front Beach Drive in Ocean Springs is closed right now for repairs. Ocean Springs resident Zach Schenk said, “Looking at the water and enjoying walking here, it’s pretty peaceful and everything.” Monday morning, Zach and his dog Zay enjoyed a stroll along Front Beach in Ocean Springs. The pedestrian path and drive are used heavily by residents…

Phase III of Biloxi Arbor Landing Construction Project approved

Phase III of the Biloxi Arbor Landing Construction Project has been approved. The good news about the $28 million project, located off Popp’s Ferry Road on Ellzey Drive, comes as phase II of construction is moving right along. The completed project will include 16 different buildings consisting of 174 apartment units, making it the largest active construction site in the…

Two MLK Day events postponed in Biloxi

Two events for MLK Day have been postponed in Biloxi. A spike in the number of COVID cases has caused organizers of the Coastwide MLK Celebration to postpone events to February 3rd through the 6th. The MLK Parade and Battle of the Bands will now take place on February 6th. Mayor FoFo Gilich also announced the state of the city…

Memorial to host COVID-19 vaccination event

Memorial will be hosting another COVID-19 vaccine event to help lower the spike. This event will take place this Friday, January 14th at Youther Lee Keyes Park in Harrison County. The event runs from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. All doses of Pfizer and Moderna will be offered. Walk-ups are welcome, but appointments are preferred. You can schedule an appointment…

Casinos see betting increase for National Championship game

The NCAA Football National Championship game between Alabama and Georgia is on tonight and that means sports books are hot. Bets for the game have been coming in hot, especially in the south with the game being an SEC match-up and rematch. Casinos like Golden Nugget in Biloxi will be offering over 100 different ways to make bets. Some popular…

Safety tips for using heating devices

Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan reminds us of the proper ways to stay safe while using heating devices. Chief Sullivan says that while devices such as space heaters are relatively safe, it is always important to take proper precaution when using them. When turning on a space heater, make sure there is no flammable material within reach. The heat…

Knowing the signs of child neglect and abuse

Every year, more than 4 million reports of child abuse are made in the United States. In Mississippi, around 36 children die each year from neglect and abuse. Last week, 38-year-old Joseph Heard and 21-year-old Hailey Heard were charged with capital murder in the death of their two-year-old. News 25 spoke to Biloxi PD and Child Advocacy Center about recognizing…

Morning Business Report: January 10th, 2022

Cruise lines are canceling sailings though March and earnings season kicks off this week, the next test for the Stock Market. Jane King is in New York with those stories and more. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Local business partnered with Vitalant for a blood drive

A new local business partnered with a nonprofit to supply local hospitals with blood. A blood donation truck courtesy of Vitalant pulled up to Intriguing Beauty in Biloxi Saturday to collect blood donations. Representatives said hospitals are in dire need right now. Across the U.S., facilities are dangerously low in the aftermath of another COVID wave. The American Red Cross…