The most recent COVID vaccination demographic stats have the chief medical officer of United Healthcare’s midsouth region, which includes Mississippi, concerned. According to numbers released just yesterday by the CDC, only eight percent of COVID vaccinations have been administered to the black population. Nine percent of vaccines have been received by Hispanics and 66 percent of COVID vaccinations have been…
Some teachers in the Pascagoula-Gautier School District received their second dose of the Pfizer vaccine. Three weeks ago, 50 first dose shots were administered. Today, teachers rolled up their sleeves to receive their second dose in the gym at Singing River Academy. The process was simple. Teachers signed up via email or in-person letting the nurses know they would be…
U.S. Senator Roger Wicker is speaking out against proposed legislation he says would make it easier for people to cheat at elections. On Wednesday, Wicker spoke at a press conference, highlighting what he calls problems with the Senate Democrat’s “The for the People Act.” In his remarks, Senator Wicker cited provisions of the legislation that he says would prevent states…
The Biloxi Police Department is now a member of the Ring Doorbell community and they’re offering a free public safety service that Biloxi residents can take advantage of. When residents download the Neighbors app, they’re able to work together to become a safer, more informed community. They’ll be able to communicate with one another regarding suspicious activity within their area….
A new law will require the Mississippi Department of Education to set a computer science curriculum for K-12 schools by the 2024-25 academic year. Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 633 on Wednesday and it will become law July 1st. C-Spire pushed for the new law, saying Mississippi employers have unfilled jobs because they need more people trained in computer…
The Ocean Springs School District and partners at Singing River Health System are excited to provide employees with their second dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine tomorrow. These employees previously received their first vaccine dose with Ocean Springs School District three weeks ago. Things will start at 3:30 p.m. and will last until 5 p.m. at Greyhound Stadium in the…
Memorial is accepting appointments for the Pfizer COVID-19 first dose vaccine and will be distributing the vaccinations at the following locations, dates, and times. One site will take place at the Gruich Community Center in Biloxi tomorrow from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Another will take place at Diamondhead City Hall on Monday, March 29th from 8:30 a.m. to 3…
Here are the winning numbers for tonight’s Powerball draw. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation. Categories: Mississippi State News, News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mississippi Lottery, powerball
The Ocean Springs School District has released its graduation plans for seniors this school year and now students and staff are reacting to those changes. The graduation ceremony for the Ocean Springs High School class of 2020 was spread out over six days last year and held in the school’s auditorium due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. However,…
Today is the last day of the two-day law enforcement drug training at the Golden Nugget Casino and Resort and the officers ended it with an awards ceremony. Awards and honors went to officers and task force teams for their teamwork and successes when tackling drug trafficking in the southeast. Awards for largest cocaine, meth and other dangerous drugs seizures…
At the Golden Nugget Hotel and Resort today hundreds of local law enforcement partners trained for new ways to combat the opioid crisis. Over 300 drug law enforcement and highway officers from all across the south came to the Coast. During training they learned specialized skills like searching hidden compartments, commercial vehicles and license plate readers to tear down criminal…
A Long Beach native decided to bring his knowledge of dentistry back to the Coast and open his own practice. Today, Dr. Jason Olaivar held a ribbon cutting to officially open Southern Shores Family Dental. Dr. Olaivar has a passion for dentistry and wants to focus on helping those with sleep apnea. Getting the facility opened was a challenge due…
The Brown Condor Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum depends on donations to keep up and running. As we reported recently, a steady flow of anonymous donations keep landing in the hands of those who operate the Gulfport museum. The donations have historic relevance and value in regards to aviation history and airline industry and we are told today that these donations…
Today News 25’s Toni Miles shows us one WWII veteran here in South Mississippi with a sharp memory and heroic tales of his first-hand experience and participation in world-changing events now chronicled in an oral history by the Brown Condor Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum in Gulfport. The sound of a roaring aircraft engine fills the air, possibly Keesler airmen on…
Millions of Americans are lining up across the country to receive their COVID-19 vaccine. In hopes of expanding that number and in conjunction with their Act of Joy Campaign, Krispy Kreme is offering an incentive that’s just too good to pass up. For the next year, the American donut company and coffeehouse chain is giving away a free donut to…
Three weeks ago, at Gulfport High School, Singing River Health Systems, and Gulfport School District partnered to administer first dose Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. Today, second dose vaccines went into the arms of teachers, administrators and staff. Many teachers say this is the light at the end of the tunnel. Getting fully vaccinated protects themselves, their students, and their families. When…
After an eight-month long process, the Mississippi State Port of Authority Board of Commissioners named Jon Nass as the new CEO and executive director of the Port of Gulfport. Nass comes from the Maine Port Authority where he helped develop northern New England’s only container terminal and secured tens of millions of dollars in funding for the port and rail…
The Harrison County Emergency Management Agency warns residents that flooding is one of the biggest concerns during the rain event. The water from the rainfall has to go somewhere, meaning low-lying areas like rivers. All of the rivers in our county will be cresting by Thursday evening. The Biloxi River is already above flood stage and is expected to crest…
News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is in Harrison County with an update from Harrison County EMA. Categories: Featured, Hancock County, Local News, News Tags: flooding, harrison county, Weather
Here are the winning Mega Millions numbers for March 23rd, 2021. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation. Categories: Mississippi State News, News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mega Millions, Mississippi Lottery
Tonight, voters in the Pass learned more about the candidates who wish to represent them for the next four years. A candidates town hall forum was sponsored by the Gazebo Gazette and held at the Pass Christian High School gym. Those in attendance heard remarks from outgoing Pass Christian Mayor Chipper McDermott and School District Superintendent Dr. Carla Evers. Candidates…
Terry Madison III, of New Orleans, pled guilty this morning for the 2018 robbery of the Woodforest Bank located inside the Waveland Walmart. He was sentenced to 15 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections and was ordered to pay restitution in the amount of $2,304 for the funds he received during this crime. Waveland detectives coordinated…
News 25’s Grace Boyles has more on the weather conditions around the Coast. Categories: Harrison County, Local News, News Tags: rain, Weather
Singing River Health System becomes the region’s first Center of Excellence in robotic surgery. Surgeons at Singing River use the most advanced technologies to improve patient outcomes, reduce risk of wound complications, and pain post operation. To celebrate the new award, employees played a few games and had friendly robotics competitions using the robotic surgery equipment. Singing River has performed…