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Southern Turnings spearheads community growth in Wiggins
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- When Southern Turnings opened in Downtown Wiggins, few businesses were operating along Pine Avenue. Nearly a decade later, the shop has expanded and the…
State of blueberry farming in Mississippi
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Mississippi’s blueberry farms are shrinking and fewer farmers are entering the field. One farm in Poplarville is trying to change that, hoping to turn the…
Projects on the Coast for 2026
For the Coast, one of the big things facing the Mississippi legislature this year will be approving economic development projects with money from the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund. Sixteen projects…
Recent fires in Harrison County
In Harrison County, several fires have broken out over the past few days. Officials say some of those fires were caused by fireworks that were not properly disposed of. Today, we’re…
TatoNut celebrates 65 years serving the Coast
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- TatoNut is celebrating 65 years of sweet success. The local favorite was started by Robert Mohler in November 1960 as a Spudnut franchise. He later…
What’s next for Amtrak Train Service in 2026
One of 2025’s biggest stories was the return of Amtrak passenger service to the Coast. So, what’s ahead in 2026 for the Mardi Gras train route? Dave Elliot…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Westbound lanes cleared on I-10 near Exit 28 after accident
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Law enforcement officials worked an accident Friday afternoon that had traffic blocked on I10 westbound near Exit 28 in Harrison County. A crash near the Long Beach/County Farm Road exit caused the delays. According to Mississippi Highway…
Victim identified in fatal pedestrian involved accident on HWY 49
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The person killed in a deadly vehicle-pedestrian crash on Highway 49 has been identified. The Harrison County Deputy Coroner identified the victim as 61-year-old Roberto Martinez. Gulfport PD says Martinez was struck in the 9120 block of…
Preliminary report on fatal Cessna crash over Lake Pontchartrain released
The National Transportation Safety Board has released its preliminary report regarding the November Cessna airplane crash. Most of the plane has been recovered from Lake Pontchartrain…
Ole Miss wins 2026 All State Sugar Bowl
NEW ORLEANS, LA. (WXXV SPORTS)- We’ve officially entered the new year and what better way to kick off 2026 than to punch a ticket into the 2026 College…
Moss Point police investigating New Year’s Day shooting
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point police are investigating a shooting that happened Thursday morning. Authorities in Moss Point were on scene of a shooting that took place…
Destroyer Ted Stevens delivered to U.S. Navy
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding has delivered Arleigh Burke Class guided missile destroyer Ted Stevens to the U.S. Navy. It’s the second Flight 3 Arleigh Burke Class Destroyer the…
Man dies after being struck by vehicle on Highway 49 in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - A man is dead after he was struck by a vehicle on Highway 49 on Wednesday night, according to the Gulfport Police Department. Police say the crash happened in the 9120 block of Highway 49, and…
Helping veterans during fireworks
Fireworks can be overwhelming for some veterans. Fireworks light up the sky to celebrate a new year. For some veterans, the loud booms and sudden flashes can bring stress and anxiety. Veterans…
Kiln man sentenced to maximum time for domestic assault
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- A Kiln man has been sentenced to maximum time for domestic assault in Hancock County. Thirty-two-year-old Cory Scott Rogers pled guilty to two charges of aggravated domestic assault. The case began in April 2024. Hancock…
Governor Reeves grants executive clemency for second time since taking office
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves signed Executive Order 1591 which grants executive clemency to Maurice Taylor, who was illegally sentenced to 20 years in prison, with five years suspended. This is the second time Governor Reeves has granted executive…
New laws taking effect, old laws taking shape heading into 2026
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- With the start of another calendar year comes the implementation of new laws across the Magnolia State. One of the biggest…
WXXV Top 10 Stories of 2025
As we close out 2025 with you, our viewers, we’re taking a look back at the stories that shaped our year here in South Mississippi and elsewhere in our region.…
Man found dead in Jackson County hotel
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The man found dead at a Moss Point hotel Tuesday night has now been identified. Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd Jr. says 33-year-old Reginald Thomas Jr. was found dead of a gunshot wound at the Quality…
Overnight house fire at vacant home in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- In Moss Point, fire crews responded to a house fire on Dora Lane. Moss Point Fire Chief Jason Davis tell us the home was vacant at the time of the fire and it appears at this…
City of Gulfport fighting litter issues
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Gulfport is rolling out new “$1,000 No Dumping” signs and asking residents to report violators. It’s part of a renewed push to tackle litter. Makiya…
Ina Thompson Library hosting Aspiration Art Board Workshop
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point will be hosting an aspirational art board workshop on January 6. This program is geared towards anyone…
Ina Thompson Library introducing Homeschool Story Time
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point announces a new event for the year. Homeschool Story Time will take place every first Thursday at 3:30.…
2025 marks historic year for MDOT
JACKSON, MISS. – 2025 marked one of the most significant years in recent memory for the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). In the 2025 session, a sweeping tax reform law passed…
Parts of Highway 90 in Biloxi closed for road work
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, Highway 90 from Veterans Avenue to Brady Drive is expected to have westbound right lane closed next week. Crews will be…
State leaders discuss workforce development
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Mississippi leaders say thousands of skilled workers will be needed in the coming years. Governor Tate Reeves wants the state to take more control over how they’re…
Three Coastal sites added to National Register
The Gulf Coast National Heritage Area is sharing that three Coast sites have been added to the Register of Historic Places for 2025. Two are located in Harrison County…
Update from Cruisin’ the Coast on 2026
Cruisin’ the Coast took to social media to share updates for 2026. Officials say that the 30th anniversary is shaping up to be a bigger year than 2025. Cruisin’…
Honoring law enforcement in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The George County Sheriff’s Office is thanking Tim Hempstead for his care and maintenance of the law enforcement memorial outside of the courthouse. He also takes time…
Goodwill of South Mississippi opening new outlet store in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Goodwill of South Mississippi announces a new outlet bin store will be coming to the Orange Grove community in January 2026. A bin store is unique, selling items by the pound rather than a price tag.…
Hancock County beach set to return to original width
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Along the Hancock County shoreline, years of erosion have chipped away at the community’s first line of defense against storms. Now, a $30…
Southern Turnings spearheads community growth in Wiggins
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- When Southern Turnings opened in Downtown Wiggins, few businesses were operating along Pine Avenue. Nearly a decade later, the shop has expanded and the…
Mississippi Aquarium kicks off the New Year with Ambassador Animal visits each weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. – This New Year, Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating animals that are all about out with the old and in with the new. Mississippi Aquarium guests will be able to get close up to some of the most interesting animals…
City of Pascagoula working on water main improvement project
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is sharing information on a project taking place. The city council awarded a bid for miscellaneous water main improvements throughout…
State of blueberry farming in Mississippi
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Mississippi’s blueberry farms are shrinking and fewer farmers are entering the field. One farm in Poplarville is trying to change that, hoping to turn the…
12th Night Celebration taking place Monday
Mardi Gras season is set to start on the Coast. Coastal krewe royalty will be parading through Biloxi as part of the 12th Night celebration. Abreeza Thompson with the Mardi…
2026 Election Qualifying Period begins in Mississippi
Friday marked the start of the qualifying period for Mississippi’s 2026 judicial elections. Candidates can begin filing petitions and qualifying statements for several judicial offices including the court of…
Hibernia Irish Society hosting Lace, Curtain, and Blarney Luncheon
The Hibernia Irish Society is hosting their Lace, Curtain, and Blarney Luncheon on January 10. Amy Bowman is in studio with more. The luncheon is from 11…