Harrison Central High students get virtual Army experience
Students at Harrison Central High School were able to get a glimpse into the life of a soldier with an Army Adventure semi-trailer that allowed hands-on experience with…
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Funeral services announced for WWII vet Pvt. Andrew Ladner
A Lizana man who was in the Army just 14 months when he was killed in action during World War II will be buried in the family cemetery here on the Coast in April. Funeral services have been announced for…
Coast man killed during World War II officially accounted for
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency announced Thursday that a Harrison County man killed during World War II was accounted for on July 9, 2021. U.S. Army Pvt. Andrew J. Ladner, 30, of Lizana, Mississippi, was in the military for 14…
U.S. Army offering big bucks as signing bonuses for recruits
The U.S. Army is offering its largest signing bonus to date with up to $50,000 available for qualified recruits who enlist for six years of active-duty service. Staff Sgt. Jeremy Ruland, a Gulfport recruiter,…
Oldest known WWII veteran dies at 112
The oldest World War II veteran has died today at the age of 112. Lawrence Brooks had just celebrated his birthday in September. He was born in Norwood, Louisiana in 1909 as…
U.S. Magistrate Judge Gargiulo dies after battle with pancreatic cancer
The judges of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Mississippi are saddened to announce the death of U. S. Magistrate Judge John C. Gargiulo on Sunday, October 3, 2021, following complications from pancreatic cancer. “Since his…
Ex-Army captain who killed family seeks release due to virus
A former Army captain serving three life sentences for the 1970 murders of his pregnant wife and two young children has asked a federal judge to free him due to his age and failing health.
Gulfport native to take command at Camp Shelby on Saturday
Camp Shelby Joint Forces Training Center will host a change of command ceremony to welcome Gulfport native Col. Richard L. Weaver, the center's new commander, and also to celebrate the accomplishments of outgoing CO Col. Bobby M. Ginn. The ceremony…
Black Daggers parachute team to jump in honor of healthcare workers
The U.S. Army plans to show its support for healthcare workers and hospitals where they work with a free aerial demonstration on Friday. The U.S. Army Special Operations Command Parachute Demonstration Team, the Black Daggers, will perform at 10 a.m.…
Biloxi Football: Elijah Sabbatini offered by Army
It’s another Division I offer for Biloxi’s Elijah Sabbatini. On Thursday, the all-purpose football standout got the nod from Army West Point, his 19th offer overall and his 14th FBS offer. The rising senior is being recruited as a wide…
U.S. Army High School Challenge
News 25's Caroline Eaker interviews Samuel Smith at West Harrison High School.
Salvation Army Jacket And Shoe Giveaway
With cold temperatures on the way beginning tonight, the Salvation Army continues to "Do the most good" by keeping residents warm. Those in need filed through into the command center in Gulfport Thursday morning to get a free jacket, shoes,…
Army National Guard Closes Armories
Army National Guard is closing four armories and more closures could be on the horizon. As it cuts the size of its force, the National Guard is closing readiness centers in Grenada, Menden Hall, Lumberton, and Nettleton. Those doors will…
Women In Combat
For the first time in history, the U.S. Army has opened up twenty thousand combat positions to women. One young woman is one of the first women hired into this military specialty. In the U.S. Army, a combat engineer is…
Italian Immigrant & Army Veteran Honored in Ocean Springs
The City of Ocean Springs hosted a ceremony to honor a local hero Friday night.
Ocean Springs Honors Local WWII Army Sergeant Veteran
The City of Ocean Springs is hosting a ceremony to honor a local hero Friday night.