Small business grants are now available. The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is now accepting grant applications through May 20th at 4 p.m. Last year, the chamber gave over $70,000 in small business grants to help local businesses survive the pandemic. This year, they’re doing the same. Grants range from around $500 to $1,000, providing businesses with some extra…
One person is dead following a multi-vehicle accident on Cowan Road in Gulfport. The accident happened around 1 p.m. near Brentwood Boulevard. They were pronounced dead on scene while the current state of the other drivers involved are unknown. There were two battered cars with debris scattered across the road. For Gulfport resident Kelvin Williams this was one of the…
Two suspects are now in custody following an armed robbery on O’Neal Road in Gulfport Monday. Police say 19-year-old Hollis Grayer and 23-year-old Jaylon Grayer robbed a victim at gunpoint and then fled the scene. Jaylon Grayer was captured Monday evening and Hollis was captured this morning as reported by Gulfport police just after 6 a.m. Both have a bond…
Although fans didn’t end up seeing any baseball being played tonight at MGM Park, many fans still filtered into the ballpark for what was supposed to be the Shuckers home opener. Baseball fans of all ages cruised along the concourse and filled the stands prior to the first pitch of the season being thrown out, something that didn’t end up…
After more than 600 days since their last game at MGM Park, the Biloxi Shuckers are ready to move back into their home sweet home. Or they were, until Mother Nature said no. First pitch was scheduled for 6:35 p.m. Both the Shuckers and visiting Mississippi Braves both waiting out in the dugout, weather cleared up, but the grounds crew…
It’s a story that’s touched the hearts of many here in South Mississippi as one school community came together this week to celebrate a special student. Six-year-old Kyleigh Ward is a local kindergartener fighting a mighty battle. The Crossroads Elementary student has had pulmonary hypertension since birth, was diagnosed with heart failure, and is waiting to receive a heart transplant….
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Division of the Salvation Army is reflecting on all the work they’ve done over the past year as they celebrate a week dedicated to them. This week is recognized as National Salvation Army Week which was declared in 1954 by Congress and President Dwight Eisenhower. Events are being held locally commemorate the week including a social…
The National Hurricane Center released their tropical cyclone report for Hurricane Zeta which was upgraded to a category three hurricane when it made landfall in Louisiana. It was a late-season hurricane that made landfall on the Yucatan Peninsula as a category one hurricane. After weakening to a tropical storm, Zeta rapidly intensified and a post-analysis found that Zeta became a…
Mississippi health care professionals are first to sign petitions that would put Medicaid expansion on the November 2022 ballot. Today they signed in support of Initiative 76. Mississippi is one of 12 states that haven’t expanded Medicaid to people working low-paid jobs without health insurance. Expansion is an option under the Affordable Care Act signed in 2010 by President Barack…
This morning, law enforcement officers, friends, and family attended the Harrison County Sheriff’s Department’s Fallen Officer Ceremony. Bagpipes whistled, prayers were told, and the over 20 years of service Deputy Earl Wesley Phillips devoted to the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office were remembered. Sheriff Troy Peterson began the Fallen Officer Ceremony during his administration as a way to honor and give…
The cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline has created a mass panic throughout South Mississippi as well, causing customers to flood local gas stations. Several Harrison County gas stations, including the TCB Stop N Geaux in Gulfport, have seen an influx of customers in the last 36 hours due to residents’ panic buying fuel. Some businesses have asked customers to…
After more than 600 days since the Biloxi Shuckers played their last game at MGM Park, it appears as if Mother Nature has spared us just enough to finally play ball. News 25’s Jeff Haeger is at MGM Park with more. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
A Gulfport native was just elected to the NAACP Foundation Board of Trustees. Yolanda Egland Wilson is taking on the esteemed position and will serve a three-year term on the board. Wilson is a graduate of the former St. John High School in Gulfport and has a Bachelor of Science Degree in marketing from the University of Southern Mississippi and…
As Hurricane Preparedness Week is underway, Mississippi Power held their pre-storm hurricane meeting today. The company came together to discuss storm plans and prepare for potential power outages. Storm and EMA directors were able to get familiar with one another and share ideas on the best way to prepare for this season. Coast Division Distribution Manager for Mississippi Power Stephen…
On Tuesdays we show you News 25’s Pet of the Week! Joining us on set is Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi to introduce us to a new friend. Categories: Community Headlines, Pet of the Week Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, pet of the week
The Biloxi Shuckers are back in Biloxi playing their first home game against the Mississippi Braves. News 25’s Lorraine Weiskopf is at the ball park with more. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
One of the staples of collegiate sports in the state of Mississippi that got canceled due to COVID-19 was the annual awards given to the top players in the major sports: football, baseball, and men’s and women’s basketball. Today the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame announced the finalist for all four trophies. On the gridiron: • Bellhaven’s Brad Foley •…
In USM’s quest to stay in the NCAA Regional host discussion, it was the Southern Miss starting pitching staff that reminded everyone why the Golden Eagles were picked as the favorite to win Conference USA, allowing just one run on seven hits and a walk with 39 strikeouts across 29 innings in a four-game sweep of Middle Tennessee. For the…
When Long Beach soccer standout Nathaniel Mink committed to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, his Bearcats were in the midst of their fourth consecutive run to the 5A state championship game, finally resulting in the program’s first-ever gold ball. And that must’ve been a good omen about his future on the pitch, with Mink signing his letter of intent with…
D’Iberville Warriors hosting the Harrison Central Red Rebels, both sides looking to punch their ticket to the third round. Six-run inning for D’iberville, tough way to start the game for the Red Rebels. And that’s just too deep of a hole, Warriors moving on, 16-5. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, d’iberville, Harrison Central, High School Baseball, sports
The past year has been difficult for students across the globe, including those in after school programs such as sports, theater, and band. Through all the ups and downs of the pandemic, the Harrison Central Marching Band was able to secure an opportunity of a lifetime. After a 16-year drought, the Harrison Central band will be returning to the national…
Cheerleaders from across the Coast are making their final preparations before they head to Florida for an intense nation wide competition. The Cheer Zone Athletics Heat All-Star Squad held their final practice this evening before heading to Walt Disney World for ‘The Summit.’ The Heat received one of the select number of bids to the tournament where they will compete…
School is almost out for summer. Are you looking for a kid camp that will help them grow? Mississippi State University is hosting their floral design summer camp in Biloxi on June 22nd. This camp provides kids between the ages of eight through 12 hands-on-work with live flowers. During the camp, they’ll make a table centerpiece and wearable flower arrangements….
The South Mississippi community is still mourning the loss of Hancock County Deputy Lt. Michael Boutte who was shot and killed in the line of duty February 1st. There have been many memories across the Coast allowing residents to pay their respects and honor Lt. Boutte’s life and sacrifice. Now a permanent memorial on Highway 603 will remember him forever….