WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter live at Hugh Keating Watch Party
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter is at the watch party for Gulfport Republican Mayoral Candidate Hugh Keating. She has more.
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WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more on the Gulfport’s mayoral race
The big race everyone is looking at on this Election Day is Gulfport’s mayoral race. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more.
2025 Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is set to take off in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - The Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is back in Biloxi and is taking place at the Golden Nugget Casino. The competing fishermen are out on the…
USM Gulf Park breaks ground on new facility for child communication and development disorders
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - The University of Southern Mississippi has broken ground on Kelly Gene Cook Sr. Hall, a new facility that will expand the…
University of Southern Miss. and MGCCC announce new collaborative “Coastal Pathways Scholarships” for transfer students
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) and Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College (MGCCC) held a joint press conference today to unveil the new…
May is Stroke Awareness Month: Inside Memorial Health System’s Primary Stroke Center
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - May is Stroke Awareness Month, bringing awareness to a disease that affects a little less than 800,00 people in the United States every year. So, what kinds of patients…
Keesler Federal to merge with Jefferson Financial, adding 14 branch locations in greater NOLA
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Keesler Federal Credit Union announced that its proposed merger with Jefferson Financial Federal Credit Union was overwhelmingly approved. The merger represents the largest credit union merger in Louisiana…
The Crew behind Jeepin The Coast sets up for Wednesday’s kick off
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - Over in Long Beach, the crew behind Jeepin the Coast is gearing up for the start of their event on Wednesday night. This year,…
Business leaders gather for 2025 State of the Coast Symposium
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - The Gulf Coast Business Council hosted its 2025 State of the Coast Symposium to deliver a dynamic look at the region’s economic landscape for business…
Walter Anderson Museum of Art opens “The Traveler,” a trendy new coffee shop
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) - The Walter Anderson Museum of Art has unveiled the latest addition to its campus. The Traveler is a stylish coffee shop offering daily breakfast and lunch menus, delivering…
Partners in Preparedness host 2025 conference at IP Resort in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - The Partners in Preparedness Association, or PIP, is hosting its 2025 conference at the IP Resort in Biloxi. The event is…
Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove celebrates 40 years
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - The Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove celebrated its 40th anniversary earlier today. The club gathered in Gulfport to go down memory lane of their…
Local family wins free roof installation from Daniels Roofing Solutions
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) - Thanks to Daniels Roofing Solutions and their Roof Rescue Winner Giveaway Contest, one lucky family was surprised with a free roof installation. In a random drawing, Ms. Cole and…
Wildfire Prevention Month with Pass Christian fire Department
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV) - May is Wildfire Prevention Month. The Mississippi Forestry Commission responded to 2,502 wildfires in fiscal year 2024, destroying 24 homes, two commercial buildings. Local firefighters saved…
Older Americans Month: Learn about Harrison County’s RUOK Program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- May is Older Americans Month and with 20 percent of the population in Harrison County being aged 60 or older, there are many…
Upgrades coming to dog park on Popps Ferry Road in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Dog lovers in Biloxi have something to look forward to as new upgrades are on the way for the Biloxi Dog Park on Popps Ferry Road. The…
Motherhood & Entrepreneurship: Beau Rivage’s “Jewelry Trunk Show” Mother’s Day weekend event
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - This Mother's Day Weekend, the Beau Rivage blends entrepreneurship with motherhood for its "Jewelry Trunk Show" event. One vendor, Susan, owner of Aubrey Adele Jewelry, shared…
Brandon Box Community Pet Clinic opens after renovations
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - The Humane Society of South Mississippi opened its new and improved Brandon Box Community Pet Clinic. This newly renovated space offers low-cost, high-quality spay/neuter…
National Day of Prayer celebrated in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Women of Wisdom, a nonprofit organization based on the coast, joined local community residents at Biloxi City Hall for the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of…
National Adopt a Pet From a Shelter Day: Jackson County Animal Shelter
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - April 30th is National Adopt a Pet From a Shelter Day. The Jackson County Animal Shelter in Gautier is consistently at 90…
Fishing Rodeo held for Picayune Special Education students
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV) - Special education students from the Picayune School District took part in the annual Fishing Rodeo, hosted by the Picayune Rotary Club. An event they…
New developments coming to Lowery Island in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) - Pascagoula is bound to break ground on a long-anticipated project.. Transforming Lowery Island into a hub of entertainment and relaxation. With…
William Carey University Tradition Campus reveals new leadership: Meet Dr. Ladd Taylor
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)—William Carey University Tradition Campus will have a new face this summer. Current Vice President Dr. Cassandra Conner is transitioning…
“Mississippi Queens” semi-pro basketball team set to begin play in summer 2025
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - The Mississippi Queens is a semi-professional women’s basketball team looking to take the court by storm. With a 15-player roster in the works, the team is gearing up to play…
South Mississippi Catholics mourn the loss of Pope Francis
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - On Monday at 7:35 AM, Pope Francis died of a cerebral stroke that put him into a coma and led to irreversible heart…
Pentecostals of The Gulf Coast host “Drive Through Prayer” event
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Pentecostals of the Gulf Coast is using this Good Friday as an opportunity to connect with their community. They hosted a “drive-through prayer” inviting drivers…
Animal Control Appreciation Week: Meet Gulfport Police’s Gary Reagan
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - This week is Animal Control Appreciation Week, and in the City of Gulfport, one animal control officer goes above and beyond. Gary Reagan is accepting an award for…
WXXV plays against WLOX in knockerball soccer
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport's Employee Appreciation Event invited the WXXV News team to play some knockerball soccer. The game was a lot of fun, also a…
National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week: Meet Harrison County’s newest 911 Dispatcher
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - For law enforcement, dispatchers serve as the first line of communication during emergencies in the community, and this week marks National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.…
Gulfport grieves tragic loss of beloved Deacon Eddie Shed
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Deacon Eddie Shed was a cherished member of The Empowerment Ministries Christian Center, where he is remembered as a pillar of strength in the community and a beacon…
Autopsy for Gracelyn Vick of Saucier scheduled for today
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) - The search for 6-year-old Gracelyn Vick began Sunday afternoon after her family reported her missing shortly after she went outside to play around noon. Harrison County…
Mission Group from Maine spends a week in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - Back Bay Mission is an organization dedicated to supporting individuals facing poverty along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. They often host different mission groups across…
Celebrating National Library Week across the coast: Vancleave Public Library
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV) - This week is National Library Week, and WXXV is celebrating local libraries across the coast. Jordyn Lassiter TV visits Vancleave Public Library to meet…
MGCCC Harrison County Campus hosting annual Student Art Exhibition and Competition
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is showcasing the work of its art students through a student led art expo. WXXV News…
Celebrating National Library Week across the Coast: Kiln Public Library
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss (WXXV) - Local libraries often serve as the backbone of local communities by providing resources to residents who wouldn't have access without them. This week, many…
20 years after Hurricane Katrina, this beloved restaurant is making a return
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) - Before Hurricane Katrina devastated the town of Waveland in 2005, it was home to a thriving restaurant scene, and Rickey’s was at…
Harrison County honors senior citizens and law enforcement volunteers
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Harrison County Board of Supervisors took time to honor those making a difference in the Harrison County community by hosting their annual banquet for outstanding volunteers for…
Golfing for a Cause: Child Abuse Awareness Month
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Canopy Children’s Solution is a non-profit that reaches each of Mississippi’s 82 counties to provide children with life-changing solutions for autism, behavioral and mental…
Local libraries hit with federal budget cuts
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Public libraries provide free access to both physical and digital resources, allowing patrons to enjoy literature and media. However, an executive order issued last week…
Buc-ee’s hosting job fair in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - Buc-ee’s is looking to fill over 200 positions at its new location in Harrison County, ahead of its grand opening. To find the right…
WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter previews Gulfport Democratic Mayoral Primary
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s Election Night across South Mississippi and the polls are open until 7 p.m. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter is at the polls in…
Storm damage in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - The Jackson County Office of Emergency Services says more than six to eight inches of rain fell in the Hurley area alone. County emergency officials also…
Amazing women on the Coast: Chryssi Flores, Director of Game Presentation with NOLA Saints & Pelicans
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - For years, when one thinks of the sports industry.. Women are often left out… But recently, there’s been a big boom in not only…
West Wortham students explore unique vehicles at Touch-A-Truck event
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-West Wortham Elementary and Middle School held a Touch-A-Truck event where local law enforcement, utility providers, and car enthusiast brought their vehicles for students…
Local Girl Scout helps bring ‘Books for Babies’ program to Memorial Health System
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- In 2024, Ambassador Girl Scout Mackenzie Sterling set out to achieve her Gold Award by uniquely helping children in our…
Site dedication for Fire Station 2 in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-A Gulfport fire station damaged in a fire last year is set to be rebuilt. A site dedication for the new fire station 2 was held…
Prom safety tips for students and parents
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - It's that time of year—prom season is here! Many students are embracing their school spirit and preparing to celebrate the end of their high school…
Darian Atkinson ruled incompetent to stand trial in McKeithen murder case
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The man accused of killing Biloxi Police Officer Robert McKeithen in 2019 will be indefinitely committed to the Mississippi State Hospital after a…
Winter Classics wrapping up at Harrison County Fairgrounds
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-We’re in the final days of the annual Gulf Coast Winter Classics. Equestrians from all over the country have been at the Harrison County Fairgrounds…
Student “Clothes Closet” opens at MGCCC – Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) - Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Jackson County campus opened a clothes closet for their students who need professional clothes. Psychology instructor and closet coordinator, Raila…
