christmas

Local Businessman Donates Gifts

A Gulfport firefighter finds a way to serve his community while out of uniform. News 25’s Kendra Turley walks us through a Christmas delivery that’s sure to make you smile. While many are busy wrapping gifts for their own family…

Sweet Treats for Military

Dozens of military personnel won’t be able to go home for the holidays or spend Christmas around family. That’s why the Seabee Base in Gulfport is continuing its annual “Taste of Home” tradition. Dozens of people in the community and…

Have You Seen the Elf on the Bayou?

We’re all familiar with the Elf on the Shelf, a small helper sent from Santa’s workshop to keep his eye on the boys and girls of South Mississippi through the holidays, but have you seen the Elf on the Bayou?…

Santa Claus Visits Liquor Store in Gulfport

Milk may be Santa’s drink of choice, but of all places, a liquor store is where old Kris Kringle was chilling out today. Henry K’s Discount Tobacco and Beer Stop called Santa in to bring some holiday joy to kids…

Pet Adoptions Rise During The Holidays

While many parents race to the nearest toy store for the perfect Christmas gift for their kids, many head to their nearest animal shelter to add a new member to their family. Officials with the Jackson County Animal Shelter tell…

Christmas Tree Recycling Next Week

Jackson County’s solid waste department will collect Christmas trees for recycling beginning next week starting Tuesday, December 27th. Recycling of Christmas trees save space in local landfills and discourages illegal dumping. The purpose of this collection is to turn the…

Preventing Christmas Tree Fires

You may want chestnuts roasting by an open fire. But *not* coming from your Christmas tree. News 25's Laurene Callander shows us how the Biloxi Fire Department is making sure your home does not go up in flames this holiday…

Christmas Tree Fire Demo

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Cheif Bonie about Christmas Tree fire prevention.

Ryan's "Foggy" Tuesday Night Forecast

Today started our gradual warm-up, and we'll continue to see some slightly higher temperatures tomorrow afternoon and night, but then things cool down a bit. Watch for details.

12/19 Ryan's "Cold" Monday Night Forecast

We'll see some freezing temperatures around South MS tonight, but the "winter" weather won't stick around long...even for the official start of Winter on Wednesday.

Feed The Needy Christmas

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Sgt. Josh Bromen about Feed the Needy for Christmas.

Special Needs Christmas Party

Special needs Christmas Party at the Donald M. Snyder Community Center, Biloxi from 6 pm to 9 pm as admission is an unwrapped gift not greater then $10.

Christmas In The Bouffa

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Kevin Cuttill about Christmas In The Bouffa this Saturday December 17th from 5 pm to 8 pm for Santa at "Your Mama'z House" in Biloxi, free admission.

Post Office Deadlines for Holiday Rush

Next week will be the busiest of the year at post offices and some of the heaviest days for mail delivery. This holiday season the post office expects to process and deliver nearly 16 billion cards, letters, and packages. Monday…

Christmas Extravaganza For Kids

Kids at the Harrison County Childhood Development Center were all smiles this morning for their Christmas Extravaganza. The annual event begins with Gulfport and Biloxi police escorting 12 buses filled with students from the center outside the Biloxi Town Green…

Tour of Lights Bicycle Ride

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Kristi Ducote about the Tour of Lights Bicycle Ride in Pascagoula Friday December 16th. Cyclist can meet up at 5:30 at the Recreation Center.

Holiday Gala!

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Stacy Howell, about the Holiday Gala at the Mary C. O'Keefe Cultural Center Saturday December 17th.

International Christmas Festival

News 25’s Laurene Callander interviews Sheila Yurchak about the International Christmas Festival and Pastry Sale happening in Biloxi December 10th.

Holiday Blues in Nursing Homes

As we get deeper into the holiday season, most people feel a sense of cheer and excitement creep in. For residents at nursing homes, the holidays have the potential to be one of the most depressing times of the year.…

A Tacky Christmas Party

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Chris Vignes about a Tacky Christmas Party at Fish Bone Alley in Gulfport.

Christmas Events

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Angel Kibler-Middleton and Kent Jones about Journey of Lights Dec. 9th at the Harrison County Fairgrounds at 6 pm and the Christmas in the Park Saturday Dec. 10th 5:30 - 8 pm at North Gulfport…

School Bus Driver Has Holiday Hobby

A rather unique Christmas light show is hiding out in the outskirts of Jackson County. The man in charge, well you could say he’s really lighting up with Christmas spirit. It’s not your typical winter wonderland, but there may be…

Spreading Kindness One Card at a Time

A local minister has made it her mission to brighten the day of thousands of people one card at a time. Today, News 25 was on site as a special delivery full of heartfelt messages went into the hands of…