business

Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Grand Opening

A new store opened up in Gulfport today with a pretty special guest. Major League Baseball Hall of Famer Paul Molitor signed autographs for guests at the grand opening of Ollie’s Bargain Outlet in Gulfport. The nationwide chain has more…

Mississippi Sales Tax Holiday

Tax Free Weekend has arrived. Retailers and shoppers across Mississippi and the Coast are already geared up for a big weekend of shopping with the start of Mississippi’s Sales Tax Holiday. Let the savings begin. It’s a holiday of sorts…

Businesses affected by the algae bloom

Beachgoers here on the Coast aren’t the only ones feeling the effects of the toxic algae bloom. One Biloxi souvenir shop has continued to see a decrease in sales which is believed to be linked to the beach closures. Empty…

On The Pulse: Doctor's Care on dealing with weight gain

Dr. Victor Bazzone talks with host Troy Thompson about dealing with weight gain on this week's segment of On The Pulse. Doctor’s Care BHRT & Vitamin Center is one of the top natural hormone therapy and wellness practices on the…

Downtown Development Incentive Forum

There are plenty of development opportunities in downtown Biloxi. How can you start? Well, the business community had the opportunity today at a downtown development forum to learn how to do just that. More than a dozen vendors were on…

Economic impact from the Rapiscan Systems Classic

Anytime there is a huge event on the Coast like the Rapiscan Systems Classic, economic impact always becomes a key factor. The sun will be shining and the golfers are ready to tee off into the tenth annual Rapiscan Systems…

30th annual Jackson County Industrial Trade Show

For many people in Jackson County, industrial businesses play a crucial role in everyday life. Today was the 30th anniversary of the Jackson County Industrial Trade Show. Ninety-six vendors were at the event to showcase their products and services. The…

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Celebrates 20 Years

20 years ago, one of the biggest coast entertainment venues opened in Biloxi. This weekend, The Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is marking the milestone, the only way it seems fitting, with a huge blowout party.

Battle at the Beach’s economic impact on the Coast

It’s time to battle at the beach which means hundreds of high school baseball players are spending the week here on the Coast. This week high school baseball teams from all over are right here on the Coast for the…

Model Contractor Development Program

Are you looking to start a small business? If so, the Steps Coalition will help you get on the right path to success with their Model Contractor Development Program Event. Already in week six, the program consists of a training…

Aldi grocery store coming to Ocean Springs

A new grocery store is set to open its doors in Ocean Springs in 2019. According to Ocean Springs Mayor Shea Dobson, Aldi will be built on the vacant property on U.S. 90 across from the Ocean Springs Civic Center.…

Business development and entrepreneurship workshop

This morning, entrepreneurs and hopeful small business owners gathered together at the D’Iberville Community Club for a free business development and entrepreneurship workshop. The workshop included information on resources available to help small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs assess their abilities…

Construction sites coming to life in Ocean Springs

Ocean Springs is building their economy from the ground up. You may have driven past the construction site, but had little idea what was being built. Just off Interstate 10 on Washington Avenue in Ocean Springs on the corner of…

Your Local Choice Awards 2018

[ss-promo op_id="500725" op_guid="b0577f45-051b-464a-bd8f-2c8b3f315624" routing="hash"] Nominate Your Favorite Local Businesses now through September 7th AND be sure to come back and vote once daily between Sept 17th & October 12th! The top overall vote-getting business will receive a $10,000 marketing schedule…

Tax Free Weekend begins Friday

If you haven’t already begun your back to school shopping this weekend is the perfect time to start. Starting Friday at midnight, Mississippi shoppers will not be charged the seven percent sales tax on clothes or shoes that ring up…

New shopping plaza under construction in Ocean Springs

A new shopping plaza is under construction on Washington Avenue in Ocean Springs. You may have driven past the construction site, but had little idea what was being built. Between Interstate 10 and Highway 90 in Ocean Springs across the…

Simplifying tax reform

Listen up small business owners, if you do your own taxes things are changing this year. Last year’s passage of a new tax code is the first major reform since 1986 and some unexpected changes could make filing your taxes…

Three Pass Christian siblings become entrepreneurs

Three Pass Christian sisters, ages nine, 12 and 13, took a school project and in five months have now developed it into a business. “We are excited because when we are older we won’t need to be worried about not…

Small Business & Opportunity Conference

News 25's Hank Davis interviews Angelin Thompson about Small Business & Opportunity Conference at Pelican Landing Conference Center Tuesday May 1st 5 pm - 9 pm.

Spring Break business prep

Everybody along the Gulf Coast is well prepared for the Spring Break plans this weekend, including local businesses. Felix’s Restaurant and Oyster Bar in Gulfport will have crawfish ready for the weekend. The restaurant will be well staffed, rain or…