Salvation army

Salvation Army After School Programs

School is almost back in session. The question is what to do after school? Salvation Army Area Commander Major Gary Sturdivant joins us on set to talk about some of the after school programs the Salvation Army offers.

Christmas in July at MGM Park Tomorrow

The jolly man in the red suit will be coming to the Coast a tad sooner than usual. Tomorrow, the Biloxi Shuckers are hosting Christmas in July at MGM Park. Santa Claus and his little helpers will be on hand…

Salvation Army Eyeing Land for new Gym

The Salvation Army is looking into taking over land south of their property to build a new gym. Previously there was confusion on who owned the property off Lee Street near Esters Boulevard, the city or the Kroc Center. Last…

Salvation Army in Dire Need of Food

The Salvation Army is reaching out to the Coast for help. The supply at their food bank has dropped to an extremely low level and they are hoping the Coast can help replenish it. Salvation Army officials tell News 25…

Salvation Army Food Drive

The Salvation Army is constantly helping people on the Coast. They are asking for help in return. Their food pantries are low. If you would like to help you can donate at the Gulfport Command Center, the Kroc Center in…

Salvation Army to Open Cold Weather Shelters

The Salvation Army is opening its cold weather shelters due to the rainy conditions. Shelters will open at 4 o’clock this afternoon and will close in the morning at 8. Volunteers are needed as well. If you’re interested in donating…

Interview with Salvation Army Area Commander Major Gary Sturdivant

McElroy’s, Mary Mahoney’s, Juan Tequila’s and Morton’s Steakhouse: these are just a sample of the dozens of restaurants offering up dishes at a big fundraiser for the Salvation Army’s youth programs and scholarship funds. News 25’s Shelby Myers is live…

Salvation Army Looking for Helping Hands

In a little over a month, the Salvation Army plans to give Coast residents a taste of South Mississippi. Right now, they are looking for helping hands to help put on the event. The Salvation Army already has 25 volunteers…

Biloxi Fire Department Wins the Fill the Boot Challenge

It’s hard to imagine what it is like to walk a mile in a fireman’s shoes. Recently, fire departments along the Coast asked residents to fill their boots for a good cause. This was all part of the Red Kettle…

Salvation Army Commemorates Katrina

As the Salvation Army celebrates its 150th anniversary, tonight the Mississippi Gulf Coast chapter decided to also commemorate the recovery of the Gulf Coast after Katrina.

Katrina +10: The Salvation Army

With the 10 year anniversary of Hurricane Katrina around the corner, the Ohr O’Keefe Museum of Art continues to recognize those who helped with the recovery.