Jackson County

City Looking to Combine Voting Precincts in Pascagoula

One city, one voting location. Could that be the future of voting in Pascagoula? The city council, with support from Jackson County Election Commissioner Danny Glascox, is looking to propose every Pascagoula resident votes at the Jackson County Civic Center…

Education Program for Inmates in Jackson County

Some inmates in Jackson County are using their time inside to prepare them for life on the outside. Fifty-six inmates signed up for classes in the high school equivalency program since August. Inmates are pre-tested to determine their education levels.…

Drug Bust On I-10

A Texas man is behind bars in Jackson County, after deputies discovered nearly eight pounds of cocaine in his truck during traffic stop on I-10. Luis Maldonado was arrested Tuesday morning at the 70 mile marker, after a Jackson County…

Pack A Bag Program

Imagine being taken away from everything you know and getting placed in a new environment with barely any of your personal belongings. This is what happens to hundreds of children each year, but one Jackson County program aims at making…

Father Accused Of Beating Son Indicted

A judge ruled the father accused of beating his then three year old son, Zander can remain free on bond pending trial. A Jackson County grand jury indicted 25-year-old, Nathan Blake McCrory, on a total of four counts of felony…

Lucedale Woman Dies In Single Vehicle Crash

A Lucedale woman is dead after a fatal car wreck in Jackson County over the weekend. Authorities say 21-year-old "Destinie Stauter" died after being involved in a single-vehicle accident on High-Way 613 near tanner Williams Road Sunday morning. Mississippi highway…

2017 State of Jackson County Address

Jackson County is on the move and officials say 2017’s projects and economic development within the county look prosperous. Jackson County Board of Supervisors President Troy Ross gave this year’s State of the County Address in front of the Rotary…

Adoption Event This Weekend

News 25's Katarina Luketich interviews Maridee Mallette about the Adoption Event This Weekend Jackson County Animal Shelter.

Arrested For Murder of Vancleave Woman

A Moss Point man is behind bars now accused of killing a Vancleave woman Saturday night at her home. 32-year-old Brandon Colby Smith is charged with the murder of 30 year old Elizabeth Jones. A motive is still under investigation,…

Retirees Head To New Orleans

News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Maury Thompson about SRHS retirees heading to New Orleans to appeal the courts decision about their retiree benefits.

Auto Theft Ring Arrests In Jackson County

The Jackson County Sheriff's Department has broken up what it calls an auto theft ring. Five suspects are now in custody each charged with two Countys of motor vehicle felony taking. On Christmas, deputies responded to a burglary in progress…

Christmas Tree Recycling

Jackson County's solid waste department will collect Christmas trees for recycling beginning today. Recycling of Christmas trees saves space in local landfills and discourages illegal dumping. The purpose of this collection is to turn the trees into composting material in…

Search Continues For Burglary Suspects

The search continues for a group of people authorities believe are responsible for a string of burglaries in Jackson County. The latest the robbery of a Shell gas station in St. Andrews early Monday morning, where three masked men entered…

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…

Firefighter Dies In Motorcycle Accident

A Moss Point fire fighter is the victim of a fatal motorcycle crash in Jackson County over the weekend. Authorities tell News 25 35 year-old "Lucas Morace" died instantly when his motorcycle crashed into another car on high-way 57 Saturday…

Federal Funding For Katrina Damaged Homes

Jackson county officials are scouring the area for properties that are condemned. Or need to be after hurricane Katrina. This coming ahead of a new program that could provide federal funding for demolition of the damaged structures. The Mississippi home…

BREAKING: Jackson County Inmate Missing

Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is searching for an inmate worker who walked away from the courthouse where he was assigned work. Forty-one year-old Donald Matheny of Pascagoula was discovered missing this morning when deputies noticed none of his duties had…

Celebration Of Excellence Tour Coming To The Coast

The Mississippi Department of Education's "Celebration of Excellence Tour" will be making four stops on the coast. The tour featuring State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carey Wright, district leaders and school board members are hitting the road to honor all…

Celebration Of Excellence Tour Coming To The Coast

Celebrations begin today for coast a-rated school districts. Mississippi department of education officials including state superintendent Dr. Carey wright are hitting the road to honor all "A" districts and schools receiving top scores in the statewide accountability model. This morning…

Final BP Town Hall Meeting Today

Today is your last chance to voice how you think state legislators should spend BP oil spill disaster money in a public forum. This will be the third and final town hall meeting hosted by Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. The…

Final BP Town Hall Meeting Tomorrow

Tomorrow is your last chance to voice how you think state legislators should spend BP oil spill disaster money in a public forum. This will be the third and final town hall meeting hosted by Lieutenant Governor Tate Reeves. The…

Pet Of The Week

News 25's Bryan Kennedy interviews Maridee Mallette about Jackson County Animal Shelter Adoption Event.

Teen Pleads Not Guilty

Dexter Kelly, the man charged with murdering his cousin has pleaded not guilty. A Jackson County Grand Jury has indicted Kelly on a charge of murder. The 19 year old Vancleave teen is accused of beating his cousin to death…