Ocean Springs Looks to Build More Hotels
The City of Ocean Springs is home to only three major hotels, limiting visitors to places near downtown.
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Filmmakers Looking for Cast & Crew Positions on the Coast
Another feature film is about to get cranking in south Mississippi, and filmmakers are looking for a few good men and women to fill remaining cast and crew positions.
Production Begins on Shark Lake on the Coast
Lights, camera, action: words we'll soon be hearing again on the Coast as production begins on yet another feature film in south Missisippi.
Beware of Accident Prone Locations Along the Coast
More than 5 million car accidents happen in the U.S. every year, but some wrecks happen in certain places more often than others.
Clarity Act Aims to Regulate Skyrocketing Insurance Rates
Many people believe the high rates of property insurance are stunting economic development along the Coast.
Coast Business Leaders Meet at Legislative Session
As the second day of the 2015 legislative session wraps up, Gulf Coast business leaders will meet face to face with local lawmakers to address what they would like to see done this legislative session.
Screening for Locally Shot Movie Held in D'Iberville
After the state legislature passed tax incentives for the film industry, the movie business has started to boom on the Coast.
Local Movie, Happy Log, Completed; Screening in D'Iberville
The film Happy Log, shot mostly on the Gulf Coast, is finally complete.
People Celebrate New Year's on the Coast in Style
2015 is upon us and lots of people across the Coast were celebrating Wednesday night.
What Will be the Biggest Story of 2015 on the Coast?
When trying to predict the biggest stories to hit in 2015, News 25 recognizes that the biggest story on the agenda for the year is the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina.
Sugar Bowl Brings Large Crowd of Tourists to the Coast
The Sugar Bowl kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, but in Mississippi, the tourism industry is already feeling the benefits of the game.
'Shrimp Signs' Pop Up Around the Coast to Direct Visitors
Drivers on Highway 90 in Hancock County may have noticed round, numbered signs branded with shrimp at most intersections. Those signs are now popping up in Gulfport, pointing the way to Coast attractions.
LA Governor, Bobby Jindal, Visits the Gulf Coast
Louisiana Governor, Bobby Jindal, was in Gulfport Thursday.
Coast Plans 29th Annual M.L.K. Celebration
Dr. King's national holiday is coming up and so is the 29th annual M.L.K. Coast-wide celebration.
Oxford Economic Shows Impact of Gaming on MS Economy
The study explains that in Mississippi, gaming has contributed $4 billion to the economy and supports 37,000 direct and indirect jobs.
More and More Filmmakers Come to the Gulf Coast
Filmmakers are moving out of Hollywood, and many of them moving towards the Gulf Coast.
Gov. Bryant Pushes for More Tourism Money in State Budget
Tourism is a large part of what drives the Gulf Coast's economy and is important to many local business owners.
Home Grown Who Dats (Part 2)
In the second part of our series, Homegrown Who Dats, News 25 takes you off the field to learn a bit more about the Saintsations who are from the Coast.
Home Grown Who Dats (Part 1)
The New Orleans Saints players may steal the spotlight on the field, but the ones who get the crowd pumped up are the Saintsations.
Fate of Biloxi Oak Trees Still Up in the Air
The majestic oak trees that line the Mississippi Gulf Coast have long been considered to be an icon and a source of our identity.
TV & Movie Filming Becoming More Prevalent on the Coast
The filming of movies and TV shows is something that is becoming a more common occurrence on the Coast.
Official Tournament Date Announced For 2015 Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic
Event returns for sixth year on Mississippi Gulf Coast; new spectator viewing areas on #17 and #18.
Coast Homeowners Meet with State Insurance Commissioner
The homeowners are concerned about skyrocketing insurance rates after Hurricane Katrina and the effects on the local economy.
Coast Homeowners Concerned About Insurance Rates
This week, a group of Coast homeowners made a trip to Jackson to meet one on one with the state's Insurance Commissioner.