business

New businesses start construction in Gulfport

Since the beginning of the year Gulfport has continued to see development in multiple areas. The most recent construction began along Highway 90 near the Markum Building, where the future Patio 44 restaurant will sit. Now, many with the City…

New Businesses At Woolmarket Exit

Biloxi Mayor "FoFo" Gilich has been focusing on expansion and has introduced a number of projects which aim to bring millions of visitors to Biloxi. And with the hopes of bringing such large numbers of visitors what does the city…

Tourism Season 2018: Business on the rise

More people are pouring into South Mississippi as temperatures are on the rise. News 25’s Toni Miles checks in with one long-time local tourism business and an out-of-town couple enjoying the sights and sounds here on the Coast. Shrimp season…

Delta cracks down on service animals allowed on board

Delta Air Lines is tightening the leash on service and emotional support animals, requiring human passengers to hand over more information about their pets before everyone gets cozy in coach. Reports of animals urinating and defecating or biting have spiked…

Small businesses can apply for Anchor Square in Pascagoula

The City of Pascagoula wants to give small businesses a chance to grow. Applications are now available for seven of the cottages in Anchor Square on Delmas Avenue downtown. The new shopping and dining boardwalk was developed to be used…

State casino industry rebounding

Last month’s numbers show that casino revenue rebounded in November after a dismal October with Gulf Coast casinos posting strong gains and gambling halls along the Mississippi River showing smaller declines. State Revenue Department figures released this month show that…

Courthouse Road construction impact on local stores

The ride along Courthouse Road in Gulfport has been a little bumpier than usual these past seven months as construction continues for an improvement project in the area. News 25 checked in with businesses situated along the busy Gulfport road…

Shopping local on Cyber Monday

Cyber Monday is one of the biggest days of the year to shop online with internet-based companies raking in billions of dollars from online sales. Does this hurt local business? News 25’s Gina Tomlinson checked in with local business owners…

ID Theft Can Drive Some Victims to Consider Suicide

Identity theft can be more than a hassle — replacing credit cards, closing bank accounts, or changing passwords. But for some victims, it can be a life-altering experience that also causes serious emotional problems and can even drive some to…

Start Up Weekend - Gulf Coast

News 25's Hank Davis interviews Tasha Bibb and Krystal Keatel about the start up weekend reaching out to entrepreneurs and students who are looking to open up their own business. This event will be happening on September 22-24 at USM…

Waitr app now expands into Biloxi

After a successful run in Gulfport, the Waitr app is expanding into Biloxi. On this app, a customer can order their food from their phone and it will be delivered to them. Restaurants such as Woody’s Roadside, Taco Sombrero, Sumo…

Shady’s Mermaid Dive Bar

It’s a dive bar that’s been around for more than a decade. Now, Shady’s in Biloxi has reopened with a new twist. Shady’s Mermaid Dive Bar, as it is now called, has faced scrutiny with the public and is looking…

Inaugural Black Entrepreneur Expo

It takes a village is the tagline for the hosts of the inaugural Black Entrepreneur Expo, the Melanin Village in Gulfport. The Melanin Village is a group of three African American veterans who want to help showcase the black entrepreneurs…

Increased business for local brewery

It’s been a little over a month since House Bill 1322 went into effect which allows craft breweries in Mississippi to sell beer directly to consumers. Chandeleur Brewing Company in Gulfport is just one of the businesses that has benefited…

Frankly My Dear Boutique

News 25's Kristen Durand interviews Eve Bostick about the new store in the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, called Frankly My Dear Boutique.

Tax free weekend in full swing

Mississippi’s Tax Free Weekend is in full swing, making for a busy weekend at local stores. Today and tomorrow, Mississippi shoppers will not be charged the seven percent sales tax on clothes or shoes that ring up under one hundred…

C-USA is a success for the Coast

With the 2017 Conference USA Tournament in the books, the teams have left town and the banners are coming down across Biloxi, but tournament organizers say there will be a lasting economic impact. Tim Bennett with Overtime Sports is the…

Start of the summer tourism season

Memorial Day doesn’t just mark the unofficial start of summer. It also begins a busy tourism season here on the Coast. Over the weekend, visitors flocked to our beaches, restaurants, and other hot spots, taking in all South Mississippi has…

Mississippi casino revenue

Casinos in Mississippi’s river region won less from gamblers in April while casinos along the state’s Gulf Coast won more. State Revenue Department figures show gamblers lost $175 million last month, down three percent from $181 million in April 2016.…

Hancock County businesses hope to create 2,300 jobs after survey

Officials are trying to bring more career opportunities to Hancock County. After results from a ten month survey on industrial companies, county services and tourism sector businesses, Hancock County officials are set on developing an action plan on how to…

Texas Roadhouse creates 215 jobs in Gulfport

Over 215 jobs are now filled in Gulfport and a new restaurant is open for business today. Just off of Highway 49 in Gulfport, Texas Roadhouse opened up their second location in the state. Their doors officially opened at 4…

Style Encore grand opening in D’Iberville

Today was the grand opening of Style Encore in D'Iberville. It’s a women’s clothing store that buys and sells gently used clothing and accessories, all sizes from 0 to 4X. The store is a place for women looking to revamp…

Cruisin’ the Coast $28.6 million impact

The entire state’s total economic impact from 2016’s Cruisin’ the Coast is up 35 percent since 2011. Officials predict future numbers to just keep growing. The numbers from the 20th annual Cruisin’ the Coast event were announced at a press…