Biloxi Gets a Move on Big Projects
The City of Biloxi is getting a move on a number of major projects that have been in the works for years. City officials have officially excepted the $5 million grant to begin building the new gate at Keesler Air…
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Mayor Gilich Announces Keesler Gate Funding
Biloxi Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich received a round of applause when he announced that $5 million is committed toward a new main entrance for Keesler Air Force Base. The money comes from the state and will go towards an estimated…
Mayor Gilich Wants new Gate for Keesler
Biloxi Mayor Andrew “FoFo” Gilich will meet with the City Council tomorrow to discuss a major project for the City of Biloxi and Keesler Air Force Base. Mayor Gilich is aiming to move forward on a new gate for Keesler…
Kids Tour Keesler
About 20 students from Biloxi Public Schools visited Keesler Air Force Base for a hands-on look at STEM projects. The district was awarded a grant which allows the fifth to seventh graders to participate in a week-long summer camp. Today,…
Keesler’s 75th Anniversary
Today marks the historic 75th anniversary of Keesler Air Force Base here on the Gulf Coast. This evening at the Biloxi Visitors Center, community leaders and members of the 81st Training Wing at Keesler Air Force Base gathered for the…
Joint Land Use Studies Announcement
Military bases play a big role in our national security and have a major impact on our local economy and community. News 25’s Laurene Callander explains how grants from the Department of Defense and Mississippi Development Authority will fund joint…
Hurricane Hunters and Flying Jennies
The Hurricane Hunters and the Flying Jennies at Keesler Air Force Base have been busy lately, participating in high profile missions. The Hurricane Hunters aircrew and team of hurricane forecasters visited four Mexican and Caribbean cities as part of the annual…
Pathways to Blue at Keesler Air Force Base
Over 250 cadets from universities in Mississippi and Alabama traveled to Keesler Air Force Base to learn about different career opportunities. This is the second year Keesler hosted “Pathways to Blue,” an event that gives young men and women hands on…
Numbers Rise at Reserve Wing at Keesler Air Force Base
Keesler Air Force Base is used to seeing Flying Jennies soar in the sky and the Hurricane Hunters rush into storms. Now, they will see a rise in man power in the 403rd Reserve Wing. News 25’s Laurene Callander has…
BP Funds to go Toward Keesler Main Gate
Today, Governor Phil Bryant urged the state Legislature to commit $15 million of the BP funds to Keesler Air Force Base for a new gate on Division Street. Moving the main gate at Keesler Air Force Base will cost $37 million…
75th Anniversary Celebration at Keesler Air Force Base
Keesler Air Force Base kicked off their 75th year celebration during a drill down competition and unveiled their 75th anniversary logo. The competition was neck and neck as four Keesler student airmen drill teams were judged on precision, neatness and…
Larcher Boulevard Closed this Week
The main road outside of Keesler Air Force Base is closing this week due to construction.
Keesler Air Force Base Ten Years After Hurricane Katrina
It was almost ten years ago when Keesler Air Force Base was 75 percent submerged under water in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
A Change of Command Ceremony Took Place at Keesler Air Force Base
A change of command ceremony was held bright and early this morning at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi.
City of Biloxi to Move the Main Gate at Keesler Air Force Base
Moving the main gate to Keesler Air Force Base will cost $30 million but the city of Biloxi says it is a priority.
Keesler Making Final Preparations for Weekend Air Show
Keesler Air Force Base is busy making the final preparations for what they're calling the biggest block party Biloxi has seen in years.
Thunderbirds Are on the Coast for Weekend Air Show
If you were in south Mississippi Thursday afternoon, you may have heard the sounds of some jet engines in the air.
Dos & Don'ts You Need to Know for Keesler Air Show
Keesler Air Force Base is busy getting ready for the 25th Keesler Air Show, which they're calling the biggest block party Biloxi has ever seen.
Keesler Weather Students Predict Great Weather for Air Show
Students from around the world are trained in the basics of weather forecasting at the weather training school.
Keesler Medical Professionals Get Practice at Simulation Lab
Learning how to save the life of a hero: that's the job of the Touchstone Medical Simulation Lab at the Keesler 81st Medical Center.
Residents Hope for Good Weather for Keesler Air Show
With some major outdoor events slated for this weekend, most people are hoping the weather is going to cooperate.
Beau Rivage Participates in Regional Food Fight for 3rd Year
For the third consecutive year, the Beau Rivage participated in MGM Resorts International's Regional Food Fight.
Keesler Thunderbirds Set to Return to Gulf Coast
It's been four years since the last air show on the Gulf Coast, but all that is about to change.
Flying Jennies Could Possibly Stay at Keesler Air Force Base
Congress passed a major federal spending bill that has the potential to keep thousands of dollars in south Mississippi.