Tree Lighting with Santa
This Thursday night, the City of Ocean Springs is planning for a magical kick off to the Christmas season. Their annual ‘Tree Lighting with Santa’ event is expected to be their most jolly yet. Here to tell us all about…
Community Headlines
YMCA programs continue to grow, new location planned
YMCA’s throughout South Mississippi are always bustling with activities for people of all ages and from all walks of life, and expansion plans are now underway. Rob Kirkland, CEO for the YMCA of the Gulf Coast, stopped by the studio…
Picking the Perfect Christmas Tree: Kristen Anzuini Reports
Did you know Germany is credited with starting the Christmas tree tradition as we now know it? This tradition started back in the 16th Century that we still participate in today. News 25's Kristen Anzuini was live this morning at…
Pre-Legislative Briefing on Dec. 10 at Golden Nugget in Biloxi
It's almost 2020, and that means we're about to kick off the next legislative session here in Mississippi. Katie Weldon with the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce stopped by News 25 Today to tell us how you could have a…
Parade route, road closures for Snowflakes and Sugarplums Christmas Parade in Bay St. Louis
On Saturday, December 7, the Snowflakes and Sugarplums Christmas Parade will begin at 11:00 a.m. in Olde Town. Bay St. Louis Police released a map on Wednesday showing the parade route and expected road closures ahead of the event. The…
Pet of the Week
It is the season of giving and what better way to participate than to give a loving home to our furry friends at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us today is Maridee Mallette and Charlie Brown.
Christmas in the Pass
We’re getting more and more into the holiday spirit and what better way to enjoy some Christmas cheer than to head out to Christmas in the Pass this Friday. Here to tell us more on the 34th annual event is…
Tips for music-minded children from Mississippi Music
The holiday season is fast approaching, and for many musically-minded parents, this means getting their child started for the first time on a new band instrument, or rewarding their recent progress with a better one. The manager of Mississippi Music,…
Discover Christmas Parade and Toy Drive happening this weekend in Ocean Springs
The Ocean Springs ELKS B.P.O.E 2501, Krewe Unique, and the Ocean Springs Carnival Association have joined forces to organize the Discover Christmas Parade. The parade will take place Sunday, December 8 at 2:00 p.m. in Ocean Springs. The three organizations…
December issue of South Mississippi Living out now
You can pick up the December issue of South Mississippi Living Magazine at local businesses across the Coast today. The special "giving back" issue features a guide to giving and volunteering on the Gulf Coast, as well as articles on…
Gulf Park Cultural Arts Series
The University of Southern Mississippi’s Marine Education Center is featuring an event called ‘Waterlines: Blue Economies and Sustainable Futures” that’s part of the Gulf Park Cultural Arts Series. Here to tell us more on this weekend’s event is Dr. Christopher…
Mom to Mom: Banana Sushi
Today on Mom to Mom we’re going to teach you how to make a fun, healthy snack your kids are going to go bananas for. Today on Mom to Mom we're going to teach you how to make banana sushi.…
Mayoral Monday: Bay St. Louis Mayor Mike Favre
A referendum, snow flakes and sugar plums, and even a visit by Santa himself... these are just a few things on the agenda this month for Bay St. Louis. In this week's edition of Mayoral Monday, Bay St. Louis Mayor…
Geiger Heating and Air, Rheem, WXXV team up for heating and air system giveaway
It's officially the chilly time of the year! And what better way to stay warm in the comfort of your own home than with a brand new heating and air system! Geiger Heating and Air has teamed up with WXXV…
New additions to the Harbor Lights Winter Festival!
Gulfport is decking the halls in a major way with the 5th annual Harbor Lights Winter Festival. NEws 25's Victoria Bailey attended tonight's grand opening and has the full story.
HARBOR LIGHTS WINTER FESTIVAL KICKS OFF AT JONES PARK
The 5th Annual Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival is lighting the sky tonight at Jones Park in Gulfport. News 25's Victoria Bailey is there taking in all the sights.
Forget Waiting in Line: Walmart Launches "Check Out with Me"
Millions of customers got a jump start overnight for holiday shopping at Walmart-some on-line, others waiting in line, to get early bird specials leading up to the biggest shopping day of the year. The national retailer has deals lined up…
Shopping Scramble at the Gulfport Premium Outlets
With Thanksgiving coming to an end, people are already drawing up their Black Friday shopping strategies. News 25's Victoria Bailey is at the Gulfport Premium Outlet Mall where shoppers are lining up.
Gulf Coast Rescue Mission Gives Back on Thanksgiving
It's a holiday dinner on the coast that's been a tradition for well over 30 years now. News 25's Grant Chighizola takes us to the Thanksgiving meal that's all about giving back.
Second annual Brunch with Santa
Holiday magic is returning to the Beau Rivage’s BR Prime this year as Santa and his friends host an exclusive Christmas brunch. Joining us today to tell us more on this event is Corey Boykin, the BR Prime Manager. The…
Christmas in the Park
Next week you can get into the holiday spirit with a family fun event: Christmas in the Park. Here to tell us more on this magical event is Jeff Clark with the Harrison County Board of Supervisors. The Christmas in…
Tour of Homes
People will have the chance to live out their HGTV dreams this Sunday, December 1st all while giving back to the community. It’s the Gulfport Civic League’s annual Tour of Homes. Here to tell us about this year’s event is…
Annual International Christmas Festival happening in Biloxi on Saturday, Dec. 14
The Annual International Christmas Festival & Pastry Sale will take place in Biloxi on Saturday, December 14. Location: Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 255 Beauvoir Road, Biloxi Phone: 228-831-5820 or 228-297-0526 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Enjoy the cultural…
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport Charity Ball taking place Saturday, Dec. 7
Come one, come all for an extravagant night under the big top! Join the Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport for our 70th annual Charity Ball for an untamed night of fantastic fare, food & fun, as we raise money to once…