The Beau Rivage has been hard at work getting their spring flowers planted and trees cut down just in time for the spring weather. The Beau Rivage and Turf Masters have more than a decade long partnership where they come in and change the flowers and beautify the garden at the Beau Rivage. Turf Masters service the property each week,…
The official start of spring is still a few days away, but the spring allergy season here in South Mississippi is already in full swing. Spring is in the air and so is the pollen. Mark Murray M.D. with the Mississippi Asthma and Allergy Clinic said, “Early in Spring, the tree pollens start coming around, so that’s oak and pecan….
Are you looking for a quick, affordable get away? Then we have good news for you! Flights to and from Orlando have started back up again at the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport and airfare is within reach even for those on a budget. Allegiant Air has restarted flights to Orlando-Sanford International Airport. Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport Executive Director Clay Williams said, “Allegiant…
Tomorrow the citizens in Gulfport and the candidates running for office will host a town hall meeting to discuss primary elections at the Isaiah Fredrick Community Center. The town hall will help citizens get well acquainted with each candidate, give the candidates an opportunity to explain their platform, and have an open discussion on what changes will be made in…
Memorial Hospital held a ceremony this afternoon to recognize those on the front lines who continue to battle COVID-19 as well as those who have been impacted by the virus. Memorial nurses participated in a renewal of their oath to commit to compassionate care for their patients. As they renewed their oaths, nurses also expressed their dedication to each other…
All four children of MGCCC’s wide receiver coach Bam Bryant were involved in a fatal accident Saturday around 7:30 p.m. on Highway 49 in Stone County. Coach Bryant’s 19-year-old son Braylon Swanigan died from the accident and the three younger siblings survived with major injuries. MGCCC Head Football Coach Jack Wright tells News 25 the current health conditions of the…
Severe weather is making its way across parts of the south. Damage is being reported in Wayne County after a tornado struck there earlier today. A Hattiesburg resident shot video of the storm. Wayne County Emergency Management is confirming damage to homes, according to the National Weather Service in Mobile. A massive funnel cloud is caught on camera sweeping through…
St. Patrick’s Day is well known for its celebratory consumption of beer. You can celebrate at Fly Llama Brewing in Biloxi as they’re hosting ‘Luck o’ the Llama’ in honor of St. Patrick’s Day. They’ll also be serving their lucky lager for $3 which is green. They don’t typically open Wednesday, but they’ll be serving from 4 p.m. until 10…
If you’re looking for some family-friendly fun this St. Patrick’s Day, visit the Mississippi Gulf Coast Railroad Museum. They’re excited to welcome the community to the museum with 85 running model trains, four outdoor riding trains, and two-million piece Lego display. The museum is open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. For St. Patrick’s Day, they’re not only…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 352 new COVID-19 cases and seven new deaths. The statewide total stands at 301,602 cases and 6,936 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area: Hancock County has 3,594 cases and 82 deaths Harrison County is at 17,157 cases and now 296 deaths Jackson County has 12,893 cases…
The City of Ocean Springs paid special tribute to one of its residents this evening at the board of aldermen meeting. In honor of Ocean Springs native Hudson Hartman and those across the globe with Down Syndrome, Mayor Shea Dobson signed a proclamation declaring March 21st, 2021 as World Down Syndrome Day in the City of Ocean Springs. Dobson was…
After resigning from his post as Southern Miss head football coach just one game into the 2020 season, Jay Hopson already has a new place to call home in the Magnolia State. As first reported by 24/7 Sports, Hopson is heading to Mississippi State to join Mike Leach’s staff as a defensive analyst. Hopson spent four full seasons in Hattiesburg,…
Despite what the weather may be like tomorrow, the weather today was perfect for some biking. Every third Tuesday of the month, Bike Biloxi hosts a seven-mile ride to the Point and around Downtown Biloxi. At the end of the hour ride, bikers often grab food and refreshments at downtown restaurants to help support local businesses. During the trek, the…
Even more development is coming to the City of Gautier, this time in the form of an outdoor recreational development to benefit residents. It may just be a wooded area right now, but this land in Gautier in just a few short years will be a space for all residents to enjoy. Last week, Gautier leaders broke ground on the…
The clock hasn’t even started to tick down yet on the courts for the March Madness NCAA Basketball Tournament, Pass Christian Elementary has already been handling the books and shows us how it is paying off big for all students involved. Pass Christian Elementary Librarian DesaRae Bond said, “We follow all our favorite sports teams throughout the March Madness bracket,…
Mississippi Power, Mississippi State University, and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service partnered on an eagle banding project at the Mississippi Sandhill Crane Refuge in Gautier. They’ll use the data collected to track the movement of these eagles and see how they grow. This is the second year in a row that these groups have worked together on this project….
The University of Southern Mississippi announced the return of in-person face-to-face traditional learning in classrooms for the 2021 fall semester. The safety of students and staff is their first priority. The decreased number of COVID cases on campus and within the state has motivated the university to get classes operating back to normal as possible USM says they will continue…
Memorial Hospital administered the Pfizer vaccine today at the Lyman Community Center in Gulfport. In total, it will be over 950 first and second injections given at the community center. They normally don’t administer both doses at the same time, but saw a need and decided to carry on with the vaccinations. Eddie Maddox with Physician Clinic Operations said, “If…
Today is the first day that COVID vaccines are available to all adults in Mississippi. At the Jackson County Fairgrounds, there were 1,200 vaccination appointments scheduled today. COVID-19 vaccines are now available to anyone over 16-years-old in the state of Mississippi. Director of Primary Care at Singing River Jason Ely said, “The phone lines started blowing up and people were…
This week for Pet of the Week, we have a perfect pair of bonded dogs that have been at the shelter for a while. Meet Grace and Wyatt. They are incredibly sweet and do everything together. They love to play in the outdoor play yard and get along great with other dogs. They found their way to the shelter back…
Late this afternoon, first responders worked a three-vehicle accident at the intersection of Highway 49 and 53. Gulfport police, fire, and AMR responded to the scene which caused some traffic delays on Highway 49’s northbound lanes. Gulfport police tell News 25 that for now three people have been sent to a local hospital with minor injuries. Categories: Featured, Harrison County,…
Saturday evening, the four children of Mississippi Gulf Coast’s wide receiver Coach Bam Bryant were involved in a single vehicle fatal car accident on U.S. 49 in Stone County. Bryant’s eldest child, Braylon, was pronounced dead at the scene. One of the other children sustained life-threatening injuries, and the other two suffered moderate injuries and are now being treated in…
A 66-year-old man died Sunday afternoon from injuries he suffered from a controlled burn. He has been identified as Allen Provost. Sheriff Mike Ezell says the man was burning on his property on Larue Dantzler Road in the Larue Community around 4 o’clock. Authorities say it is accidental, but the incident will be presented to a grand jury because of…
In honor of National Nutrition Month, News 25 reached out to ‘Let’s Go! Gulf Coast,’ an organization striving to educate local communities on how to achieve optimal health. For tips on improving your nutrition they encourage setting everyday goals. As part of their 5210 message, they encourage eating at least five servings of fruits and veggies a day. ‘Let’s Go!…