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Harrison County ‘Reach a Voter’ tool

If you’re a Harrison County resident, a text message is all it will take to stay informed during tomorrow’s primary elections. Last month, the Harrison County Circuit Clerk’s Office announced a new mobile program that will send important information and…

New texting tool announced for easier voting

The deadline to register to vote in the June 5th primary election is quickly approaching. For Harrison County residents, there’s a new tool aimed at making voting more convenient. The County Circuit Clerk’s Office announced a new mobile program that…

Lawsuit against voting rights for convicts in Mississippi

A federal lawsuit says Mississippi has enacted unfair barriers that stop former convicts from regaining their right to vote. The suit, filed March 27th by Southern Poverty Law Center, says Mississippi’s system is “harsh, punitive, and unforgiving” and disproportionately hurts…

Slow and steady voter turnout in Biloxi

It’s been a very slow, but steady day for the voter turnout in Biloxi. The polls opened at 7 a.m., but the rain could be a factor in today’s Biloxi mayoral general election with a very low voter count at…

Election Day in Ocean Springs

In Ocean Springs, Incumbent Mayor Connie Moran is being challenged by Republican candidate Shea Dobson. Residents are still out in Ocean Springs voting. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson joins us from Ocean Springs.

Voters hitting the polls in Biloxi

Election Day is here in Mississippi and the polls are open until 7 p.m. In Biloxi, Incumbent Mayor FoFo Gilich faces off against Democrat candidate Sugar Stallings. Biloxi residents are still out casting their votes. News 25’s Kristen Durand is…

General Election today

South Mississippi voters headed to the polls this morning, many weighing in on their mayoral candidates. In Biloxi, Incumbent Mayor Andrew ‘FoFo’ Gilich faces off against Democrat Sugar Stallings. In Bay St. Louis, Democrat Mike Favre and Republican Jeff Harding…

Why you should vote in tomorrow’s general election

Cities all over the Coast are gearing up for the general election tomorrow. City officials and candidates are encouraging all residents to vote and make sure their voice is known for their community. The polls will be open from 7…

Get out the Vote in Bay St. Louis

We’re in the middle of municipal election season and the Mississippi Republican Party is reminding everyone to get out and vote. Party Chairman Joe Nosef joined other members of the Republican Party at the Bridges Golf Club at Hollywood Casino.…

Bay St. Louis election results

In Bay St. Louis, Mayor Les Fillingame will go head to head with mayoral candidate Mike Favre in the runoff. After some technical difficulties, votes were finally tallied at the Bay St. Louis Community Hall. Not one of the three…

Municipal elections for city residents

Today some polling places told residents they were in the wrong voting area. The elections today are for city voters only. County residents are set to vote for the general election on June 6th. One Gulfport voting precinct at Lyman…

Low voter turnout throughout the state

Mississippi’s top election officials say voter turnout appears to be light as several cities are holding party primaries for mayor. Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann says his office had received few calls by midday today from people with questions about…

Primary election reminders

If you’re hitting the polls tomorrow for primary elections there are a few things you need to remember. Polling places will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m., but as long as you’re in line by 7 p.m.…

Changes for Biloxi voters

If you’re voting in Biloxi tomorrow, there are a few things city officials want residents to know. The new machines that will be used for the primary election Tuesday is the same software used during the presidential election. A video…

Jackson County voting expected to run smooth

Election commissioners are preparing for the election in Jackson County and plan to have technical support on hand for voters. Multiple precincts experienced technical issues throughout the November elections in Jackson County. It was the first time the county’s new…

Hosemann urges importance of voting

The deadline for people to register to vote is April 1st and elections begin in May. Municipal clerk offices will be open from 8 a.m. to noon for voter registration for the municipal primary run-off elections. This afternoon in Biloxi,…

Today is the Deadline for Voter ID

If you voted in the November 8th election in Mississippi without valid identification, today is the deadline to ensure your voter ID affidavit ballot is counted. To ensure the ballot is marked ‘accepted,’ you must visit your circuit clerk’s office…

Secretary of State on Voter Turnout

Mississippians have paid attention to the presidential race and are turning out. Those were the words from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann today. Hosemann gave a report on Election Day within the state. He tells News 25 there were two…

Voter Turnout at Local Polls

Polls in Harrison County are seeing record turnouts. News 25’s Kristen Durand is at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi with more.

What Residents want to see in the President

While there are a few statewide races today, many people are eager to vote for president. Poll workers at Lyman Community Center tell News 25 today has been the largest turnout they’ve seen in years with a number of voters…

Elementary School Election

The presidential election is not the only race coming to a close soon. Students from three Gautier elementary schools have been running their own election all semester. Students in the gifted program have hosted debates, provided fundraising mechanisms for their…

Polling Problems in Jackson County on Election Day

Election Day was off to a rocky start in Jackson County this morning. Multiple precincts including the Jackson County Fair Grounds experienced technical issues with their electronic poll books. After people voted, they went to present their card to the…

Voters Line up in D’Iberville

As predicted, voters turned out in droves this morning. This video you see here is of the D’Iberville Civic Center. Voters braving the wind and rain to cast their vote in this historic election.

Election Day Reminders

Here is a reminder of some important things to remember before you head to the polls tomorrow. You must bring a photo ID with you in order to cast your ballot. Check your precinct before leaving the house, some polling…