Jackson County Superintendent John Strycker surprised the students at St. Martin East Elementary School by dressing up as the former president they’ve been learning about: Abraham Lincoln. As Lincoln walked through the doors of classrooms at St. Martin East, children’s faces lit up. They immediately started identifying Lincoln by his beard and top hat. The kids learned to identify the…
Today is St. Joseph Day. St. Patrick Catholic High School Invited Father Ryan on campus to bless the school and community. Students contributed to a St. Joseph altar. The altar included pictures provided by students of their family members in need of prayer, candles, bread, and a rare relic of St. Joseph’s clothing. The different shaped breads represent something different,…
This morning at North Gulfport Middle School, former student and local basketball star Beverly Coleman donated a check to the school’s athletic program. She never forgot where she came from. Coleman was once a North Gulfport Middle School student and excellent basketball player. She was offered a scholarship and played at MGCCC and the University of South Alabama. After college,…
After all the hurricanes, COVID, and other challenges we have faced in South Mississippi, many of us know first-hand and all too well the meaning of the word ‘restore.’ Habitat for Humanity of the Gulf Coast has generated an all-new meaning of the word through it’s two ReStores on the Coast. Our Mississippi Gulf Coast is home to two Habitat…
A Coast performance and event venue is paying tribute to frontline workers ahead of its grand opening Saturday with a special night exclusively for those who have not only served South Mississippi during the COVID pandemic, but are always there to help. News 25’s Grace Boyles is in Bay St. Louis with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Whiskey Barrel
The Gulfport Police Department created a unique event that brings the public and the police department together to discuss issues and important topics within the community. The barbershop is a way to bring people together from different backgrounds to hear opinions and have open conversations. So, to help bridge the gap between the Gulfport Police Department and the community, the…
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families and FEMA wants to help ease the burden on families. Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplement Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan, FEMA will now provide financial assistance for COVID-19 related funeral expenses incurred after January 20th, 2020. FEMA will begin to implement the COVID-19 funeral…
They’re setting the stage in Gautier for a candidates’ forum tonight. All of the city’s political candidates, including incumbents, have been invited to a meet and greet candidates forum set to be held tonight starting at 7 p.m. at the Gautier-Vancleave American Legion Post 1992 located off Old Spanish Trail. The public is invited to attend this free event where…
If you missed out on celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, no worries! Just head over to the City of Waveland this weekend. The Waveland Civic Association St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be held on Sunday, March 21st at 1 p.m. The parade will begin at the corner of Bienville-Beach Blvd and turn on to Coleman Avenue and take a left on…
The Equality Council’s motto is ‘unify our community, celebrate our diversity.’ They’re a nonprofit mainly comprised of LGBTQ+ members. The Gulf Coast Equality Council will be hosting an auction Friday night to raise money for future events, outreach activities, and programs. They way the auction works is the highest bidder will win a date with select guys and gals. This…
The CDC has just updated its guidelines for social distancing in schools. The agency now says staying three feet apart while wearing masks is enough. The recommendation comes after a study was published last week comparing COVID-19 cases among students and staff in Massachusetts public schools. It showed transmission rates in districts that required physical distancing of six feet were…
Eight-year-old Endiah Odom and 13-year-old Emoni Odom Both have been located unharmed and returned home or placed accordingly. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Emoni Odom, Endiah Odom, missing children
Tonight, candidates for local offices in Mississippi’s second largest city gathered to meet voters and outline their plans for the next four years if elected. The Municipal Town Hall for Gulfport mayoral and city council candidates was held at the Isiah Fredericks Community Center. Current officeholders running for re-election as well as other city council hopefuls answered questions from the…
Now that everyone 16 and up is eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Mississippi, Jackson County community members are joining forces to help get more people vaccinated. Today in Pascagoula, one Jackson County leader finally received his vaccine and is encouraging the community to do the same. ‘Sleeves up! Mississippi Vaccinate,” is a new effort put together by four…
In efforts to beautify Gulfport, community leaders are calling for volunteers this Saturday to help clean up Hewes Avenue. The continued partnership with Gulfport police and community leaders has increased volunteerism in Gulfport. The goal of the 12-month community cleanup program is to unify the neighborhood and encourage a sense of pride when living in a cleaner environment. To volunteer,…
Are you looking to land a job in a top-notch school district in South Mississippi? Are you an educator looking to get onboard with an A-rated school district? If so, you may want to load up your resume and head out to a career fair set to take place Saturday in Pass Christian. Pass Christian Public Schools Human Resources Specialist…
Spring allergy season is in full bloom here in South Mississippi as evidenced by all the yellow pollen likely coating your vehicle right now. Did you know allergy symptoms and COVID-19 symptoms have quite a few similarities? How can you tell the difference? We put that question to a local doctor who specializes in allergy treatment. Dr. Mark Murray said,…
Keesler Medical Center is committed to quickly and safely vaccinating as many eligible military personnel and their families as possible. In just four months Keesler Air Force Base has put over 10,000 Pfizer COVID vaccines into the arms of military personnel and their beneficiaries. On the third floor of the Keesler Medical Center, an underutilized wing of the hospital was…
Candidates for local offices in Gulfport are the latest across the Coast to outline their platforms and views to the citizens they hope to represent. News 25’s Grant Chighizola has more. Categories: Harrison County, Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, town hall
First United Pentecostal Church on North Main Street in Poplarville is trying to move forward after the church caught fire on Sunday just before church service. This past Sunday morning everything was going as usual for Pastor Colby Meadows at First United Pentecostal Church. “It was about 10:15 and we were in there practicing and of course we were playing…
The number of new applications for U.S. unemployment benefits rose to a one-month high of 770,000 in the middle of March. According to the latest numbers from the U.S. Labor Department, initial jobless claims increased by 45,000 in the week ending March 13th. Economist had forecast new claims would fall to a seasonally adjusted 700,000. In Texas, jobless claims surged…
If you drive on Highway 49 you’ve probably noticed the elephant and giraffe hanging out in front of Maxem Health Urgent Care. They’ve become beloved icons to the city. For this week’s Live Local, News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf shares their story. There are huge circus animal statues sitting in front of the Maxem Health Urgent Care on Highway 49. Why?…
CVS Health will begin to administer COVID-19 vaccines on Sunday, March 21st to eligible populations at select CVS Pharmacy locations in Mississippi. Seven locations will be administering vaccines in six counties: Jackson, Pontotoc, Hinds, Rankin, Madison, and Desoto. Appointments for the latest allocation of doses will start to become available for booking on Friday, March 19th. Patients must register in…
The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 322 new COVID-19 cases and two new deaths. The statewide total stands at 301,924 cases and 6,938 deaths. Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area: Hancock County has 3,599 cases and 82 deaths Harrison County is at 17,177 total cases and now 296 deaths Jackson County has 12,893…