Workforce Wednesday
Welcome back to another edition of Workforce Wednesday. Today we have Kimberly Hall joining us from Goodwill to discuss easing stress in the workplace.
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Pet of the Week: Kealer needs a loving home
This week’s Pet of the Week is Kealer, a male pointer/lab mix about two years old. He is good with kids and dogs. Kealer is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on shots. He walks great on…
Mom to Mom: Teaching your teen to drive
Today on Mom to Mom, we’re going to teach you how to teach your teen how to drive without losing your sanity!
Grant me Hope: Twins Brandon and Brayden hope to be adopted
Every Monday here on WXXV we feature children from Mississippi hoping to get adopted. Today you will meet Brandon and his twin brother Brayden. They have been waiting over nine months to find a loving home. Brandon…
Kevin Felsher named 2020 Real Man of the Year on Mississippi Gulf Coast by American Cancer Society
GULFPORT, Miss. – The American Cancer Society has named Kevin Felsher as Real Man of the Year for the 2020 Real Men Wear Pink campaign on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The award recognizes his leadership in encouraging community members to…
William Carey University posts record-breaking enrollment for third straight semester
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV) — After record-breaking summer and fall enrollments, William Carey University has posted yet another record – its largest winter enrollment in the history of the university. The school welcomed students back this week with an overall 8…
Pet of the Week: Booboo is looking for a forever home!
As the holidays inch closer, Booboo is hoping you’ll give her the gift of a forever home! This sweet senior pittie has found herself down on her luck after she was surrendered to the Humane Society of…
Mom to Mom: Stuff the Turkey game
Today on Mom to Mom we’re going to teach you a fun Thanksgiving game to keep your kids out of the kitchen!
Grant me Hope: 12-year-old Keywan hopes to be adopte
Every Monday here on WXXV25 we feature a child from Mississippi hoping to get adopted. Today you will meet 12-year-old Keywan. He has been waiting over nine months to find a loving home. If you would like…
Coronavirus Aid Relief assistance for fishermen opens Nov. 9
Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act applications for commercial and charter fisheries participants will open 8 a.m. Monday, Nov. 9 on the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources website at dmr.ms.gov/cares-act-assistance/. Applicants must be a Mississippi resident 18 years…
MDMR to waive permit fees for rebuilding, repairing storm damaged structures
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) is waiving the permit fee requirement for the rebuilding and repairing of previously authorized, storm damaged structures until October 28, 2021, provided the structures are rebuilt within the originally…
Pet of the Week: Jan needs a forever home!
Meet Jan! She is the pet of the week. This precious feline is available for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter in Gautier. Jan has been at the shelter for 84 days. She is about 2.5…
Coliseum postpones events in wake of Hurricane Zeta
The Mississippi Coast Coliseum said in press releases on Monday that a pair of scheduled events have been postponed because of Hurricane Zeta and ensuing power outages. Ice skating that was scheduled to open Oct. 31 has been rescheduled to…
Walk-On's restaurant opens Hurricane Zeta relief kitchen in Bay St. Louis
In response to the toll that Hurricane Zeta had on communities along the Coast last week, Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux and the Game On Foundation are opening a relief kitchen in Bay St. Louis on Wednesday. To help support recovery efforts,…
Counties to begin Zeta storm debris removal
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors on Monday approved instating the contract to begin debris removal from damages caused by Hurricane Zeta. The cleanup should begin later this week. The debris removal and damage assessment applies only to the unincorporated…
Isiah Fredericks Community Center hosts drive-thru Halloween bash over the weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The Isiah Fredericks Community Center hosted their Halloween bash, but this year the trick or treating was a little different. Dressed as jokers and ninja turtles, community members set up a drive-thru for…
Salvation Army helping South Mississippi residents after Hurricane Zeta
(WXXV) —Hurricane Zeta tore through the storm-weary Gulf Coast last night, leaving millions without power in its wake. Salvation Army personnel are working closely with state and local emergency management officials to assess and meet needs throughout the affected areas.…
Grant Me Hope: 10-year-old O'Marion looking for a loving family to adopt him
(WXXV) — Every Monday, News 25 features a person from Mississippi hoping to get adopted. Today, you will meet 10-year-old O’Marion. He wants to go on a trip to the beach. O'Marion would also like to have a family with…
South Mississippi school updates in the wake of Hurricane Zeta
Coast schools continue to update their schedule in the wake of Hurricane Zeta. All Long Beach School District offices and schools will remain closed on Friday, October 30, 2020. Biloxi Schools will be closed tomorrow, Friday, October 30, 2020. This…
Casinos announce closures ahead of Hurricane Zeta
The Mississippi Gaming Commission announced it is not mandating that casinos close for Hurricane Zeta, but did discourage people from visiting the gaming halls. “We have asked the properties to discourage patrons or staff from arriving at, or departing from…
CTA offers rides to hurricane shelters ahead of Hurricane Zeta
Coast Transit Authority is offering rides to Harrison County shelters beginning at 1 p.m. CTA will transport people to these shelters for two hours beginning at 1 p.m. If you need to evacuate and are not registered with CTA, call…
Pet of the Week: Baxter is looking for a forever home!
Meet Baxter! This 2 month old, Domestic Shorthair mix is sure to bring some laughs into your home! Baxter is full of life and ready to take on the world with you. He has already been neutered and could go…
Mom to Mom: PB&J Spider Sandwich
Today on Mom to Mom, we’re going to show you how to ‘spook’ up your kids lunches with creepy, crawling sandwiches.
Grant Me Hope: 12-year-old Jason hopes to be adopted
Every Monday here on WXXV25 we feature a child from Mississippi hoping to get adopted. Today you will meet 12-year-old Jason. Jason said to know he is loved and understood would be amazing. “My name is Jason, I'm 12. What…