The roads in South Mississippi were busy over the holiday weekend, but no major accidents or fatalities were reported on the Coast. This is according to Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Chase Elkins. Two people died in traffic accidents on Mississippi…
The rain held off long enough for friends and family to enjoy their day off outdoors. Living on the Gulf Coast, people have the chance to take full advantage of the beach. Whether it’s taking the boat out, swimming or…
Today is the day many of us view as the official start to the summer vacation season, but it’s important to remember why we’re able to celebrate the freedoms we have today. American Legion Post 1992 in Gautier held one…
The rain might have shown up early on this Memorial Day, but the Biker Blowout in Gulfport beat the weather with their ceremony to honor the fallen men and women of the U.S. military. The annual weekend event brings together…
The somber Memorial Day ceremonies began bright and early this morning at Jones Park in Gulfport. VFW Post 2539 and the City of Gulfport hosted the service underneath the Barksdale Pavilion. Gold Star Family members were honored as they stood…
The Biloxi National Cemetery is teaming up with one Coast organization to honor fallen veterans. This Saturday and Monday, Crusaders for Veterans plans to honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice. On Saturday, Crusaders and members of the Biloxi National…
Most people do have the day off today, the unofficial start of summer and living on the Coast, people had the chance to take the boat or soak up some rays on the beach. News 25’s Shelby Myers is in…
Over 19,000 flags were placed along graves at the Biloxi National Cemetery over the weekend. In preparation of Memorial Day, hundreds of volunteers came out Saturday morning and placed the American flag at each grave site to pay their respect…
Engines are roaring here on the Gulf Coast as bikers proudly rev their engines for the Memorial Day Weekend Biker Blowout at Gulfport Dragway. With drag racing, bike shows, contests and merchandise booths, there are plenty of good times available…
Memorial Day weekend and thousands of motorcycles roll down the streets of Gulfport on their way to the annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Biker Blowout. The four day event started today at noon and runs through Monday. News 25’s Hank Davis…
Katarina Luketich interviews Pat Laird about the Diamondhead Memorial Service Saturday May 28th at the Country Club Circle. [mappress mapid="2933"]
The Mississippi Highway Patrol says two people were killed and 49 were injured on state and federal highways during the Memorial Day Weekend. The patrol’s enforcement period began Friday evening and ended at Midnight Monday. State troopers investigated 132 crashes…
Hundreds of volunteers flooded the Biloxi National Cemetery early this morning to collect flags placed on the graves for Memorial Day. Over 20,000 flags needed to be picked up, giving the community another opportunity to honor our fallen heroes. Coast…
News 25's Laurene Callander interviews Nettie Carter Jones about the volunteers who are helping this morning collecting Memorial Day flags at the Biloxi National Cemetery.
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, bringing tourists and visitors to the Coast and all of its businesses. Biloxi Beach was full of action this afternoon with families outside enjoying the water and the sand. Biloxi Jet Ski…
So what are Americans across the nation doing to mark this Memorial Day? Travel and booking website, TripAdvisor, asked more than 2,200 people about their Memorial Day plans. Here are the top three activities based on the survey: half said…
First responders dedicate their lives to protect and serve the community. Today, volunteers at The First Baptist Church of Lizana served them breakfast to show appreciation. Pancakes and sausage plates were available at the church. They were served to first…
Red, white and blue flooded in Gautier earlier this afternoon, as well as tears. Emotional poems and speeches honoring the fallen were read outside the Veteran’s Tribute Tower. Families of servicemen and women who lost their lives fighting for our…
It’s important to remember why we honor this holiday each year, to remember those who have given their lives to protect the freedoms we enjoy each and every day. News 25’s Katarina Luketich takes us to this morning’s service at…
Flags across America flew at half-staff today in honor of all our fallen service members. President Barack Obama issued a proclamation last week ordering the United States flag be flown at half-staff at all public buildings and grounds until noon…
The Biloxi National Cemetery is filled with red, white and blue in honor of Memorial Day. Small American flags adorn each grave in the cemetery to honor the fallen men and women who gave their lives in service of our…
One sports store asked the community to lend a helping hand this Memorial Day. Sports Shack in D’Iberville offered roses to families who wanted to honor their loved ones who died serving our country. The local business encouraged customers to…
A humid Memorial Day is in store for the Mississippi Gulf Coast and there may be a few showers to dodge, too.
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us and that means folks around the country will bring out the grills and hit the beaches to celebrate. Along with beach trips, barbeques and vacations, it marks the start of the worst season for…