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Mississippi Lottery surpasses $2 billion in sales

In less than five years of lottery in the state, the Mississippi Lottery Corporation announced today it has surpassed $2 billion in gross sales. “These four years have passed in a flurry of excitement and growth,” said MLC President Jeff…

Department of Health puts hold on medical cannabis sales

The state Department of Health on  Thursday halted sales of on a number of medical cannabis products pending re-testing. The Health Department said in a statement on its website that the move was made to protect the health and safety…

Halloween sales soaring up to the big day

Last year, many Halloween events were canceled due to COVID-19, but this year people are gearing up for some fun. Sales are soaring this year at Spirit Halloween…

Checking in on Mardi Gras stores sales in Gulfport

This carnival season is rolling in but with no parades. So, how exactly are Mardi Gras stores being affected. ‘Throw me something Mister’ will be one phrase that’s surely missed this year as parades have been asked…

Edgewater Mall is ringing in the new year

After a tough start due to COVID-19 restrictions in 2020, retailers needed a boost in sales this year. Tanesha Jackson’s income and job were cut, along with other employees, when Master Cuts closed earlier this year at…

Sales Tax Holiday Weekend kicks off Friday

You can save a bundle on school supplies this weekend as the state’s sales tax holiday gets underway. News 25’s Toni Miles shows us what’s covered and when you can take advantage of this weekend’s savings as you and yours…

Firework sales on the Coast

For those of you ready to light up the sky in style on New Year’s Eve, there are plenty of firework choices for you here on the Coast. Virginia Anderson with the ‘Snap, Crackle, Pop’ Fireworks Tent in Biloxi says…

Sales on Labor Day Weekend

Labor Day Weekend kicks off today and people will be heading out to do some fall shopping and check out some store discounts. Nearly every store is offering clearance discounts at the Gulfport Premium Outlets during the extended weekend. Premium…

Fourth of July sales at Gulfport Premium Outlets

After you have had enough barbecue and before you decide to check out the fireworks go catch a deal or two at the Gulfport Premiere Outlet Mall. The possibilities are endless. Vera Bradley’s entire store is 70 percent off. Take…

Tax Free Weekend begins Friday

If you haven’t already begun your back to school shopping this weekend is the perfect time to start. Starting Friday at midnight, Mississippi shoppers will not be charged the seven percent sales tax on clothes or shoes that ring up…

Liquor Sales Are On The Rise

Liquor sales on the coast are cruising up during one of the busiest times of the year. With over 15-thousand people in town for Cruisin' the Coast the manager of a Gulfport liquor store tells News 25 businesses has been…

Labor Day Weekend Sales

Steals and deals are taking over stores around the country for the end of summer sales and South Mississippi is no exception. Just check out Gulfport Premium Outlets where BCBG Max is offering 50 percent off all sales and the…

Labor Day Sales

Today is Labor Day which means one thing: shoppers will be rushing to stores for the best deals! News 25’s Laurene Callander has the details.

Businesses Prepare for Labor Day Crowds

Businesses all along the Coast are laboring to accommodate large crowds and shoppers as the Labor Day weekend draws near. From restaurants to boutiques, owners tell News 25 they hope locals and tourists take advantage of all the sales and…