Menge Avenue overpass reopens Monday at 2 p.m.
The bridge over Interstate 10 at Menge Avenue will be opening at 2 p.m. this afternoon. It’s been out of commission since July 5th, 2023 while the widening project was…
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Lucedale man charged with distributing child porn
A Lucedale man has been charged with distributing child pornography. George County Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said 38-year-old Justin Johnson was arrested Friday after deputies and the state Attorney General's Office executed a search warrant at his residence. The investigation is…
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy amid growing losses and debt
By Patrick Smith Spirit Airlines said Monday it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection after struggling with losses, growing debt and a failed merger during the post-pandemic travel lull. The company said in a stock market statement that it had secured a…
Menge Avenue overpass to REOPEN Monday
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – The Menge Ave. bridge over I-10 in Harrison County is scheduled to reopen to traffic by mid-afternoon on Monday, Nov. 18. The bridge has been closed to traffic since July 2023 as part of an interchange reconstruction project…
City of Ocean Springs Hosts Community Meetings Regarding Zoning for Newly Annexed Residents
Ocean Springs, MS – The City of Ocean Springs invites all residents and stakeholders to attend a community meeting regarding the rezoning of newly the annexed areas. This meeting will be an opportunity for the residents to review maps, provide…
MGCCC holds Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for New Outdoor Fitness Station on Jackson County Campus
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College celebrated the grand opening of a new Outdoor Fitness Station on its Jackson County Campus with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on November 12. Present at the ceremony were college representatives, AARP officials, students, and community members.…
Military Business Showcase held in Biloxi
Biloxi Chamber of Commerce held a business showcase for military families. WXXV 25's jordyn lassiter spoke to business owners to see how their military experience has shaped their operations.
City of Ocean Springs announces exciting new projects to enhance city’s Infrastructure
Ocean Springs, MS —The City of Ocean Springs is thrilled to announce a series of new infrastructure projects designed to improve the quality of life for residents and promote sustainable growth within our community. These projects, ranging from sidewalk repairs…
Senator Hyde-Smith addresses cabinet rumors
Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is addressing speculation that she’s being considered for a position in President-Elect Donald Trump’s cabinet. There’s been no official word from the president-elect’s office, but the senator’s statement mentions the possibility of being asked to serve…
Crime Stoppers, family offer reward leading to arrest in Kimberly Watts murder case
Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest in the 2014 murder case of a Long Beach woman. Kimberly Jo "Kim" Watts, a divorced mother of one who worked as a nurse,…
Hancock County sheriff warns of 'federal warrant' scam
The Hancock County Sheriff's Office is warning residents not to fall for the latest scam making its way around the county. Scammers are contacting citizens, saying they have a federal warrant for their arrest. The scammers even go so far…
Mississippi governor intent on income tax cut even if states receive less federal money
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Republican Gov. Tate Reeves said Wednesday that he will continue pushing lawmakers to phase out the state income tax, even with the possibility of federal spending cuts that could affect states after Donald…
Stone High School breaks ground on new football field
It was an exciting day for Stone High School as they officially broke ground on their new football stadium. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was in Wiggins to highlight the exciting news.
New pickleball facility weeks away from opening in Biloxi
The countdown to opening day for The Picklr has begun, where in just under a month's time Biloxi will be home to a new indoor pickle ball…
Bridge over I-10 at Menge Avenue to open next week
The bridge over Interstate 10 at Menge Avenue will be open next week. Bill Lavers, executive director of the Harrison County Development Commission, said the contractor has said the bridge will open at 2 p.m. Monday. The bridge has been…
Moss Point School District superintendent announces retirement
The leader of Moss Point schools has announced his retirement. Moss Point Superintendent Dr. Oswago Harper’s retirement takes effect on July 1st, 2025. Dr. Harper has 25 years of…
Long Beach Winn Dixie to convert to Aldi
Another South Mississippi Winn Dixie location is being converted into an Aldi in the months to come. Winn Dixie parent company Southeastern Grocers announced today that the Long Beach location is set to close in early February to begin the…
Eagles under the Oaks Charity Golf Tournament raises money for combat wounded veterans
The 13th annual Eagles under the Oaks Charity Golf Tournament teed off this morning. Fifty-eight teams and 232 golfers joined forces to support…
Grand opening of locally owned Inda Bay Water Bottle Company in Stone County
A family in Wiggins recently opened up a water bottling company that taps right into a historic Stone County spring. WXXV News 25’s…
Taste of Hancock County comes to Bay St. Louis
On Wednesday night, the Bay St. Louis Community Hall became home to the Taste of Hancock County , where dozens of local restaurants and vendors from across Hancock county came to…
Stone County Correctional Facility housing inmates from Hattiesburg
The Stone County Correctional Facility is set to take on new inmates from out of the county. It’s a move that jail officials say is becoming the norm.…
Oyster season begins in Mississippi
Oyster season in Mississippi waters officially kicked off this morning. St. Joe Reefs, Waveland reefs, and Henderson Point reefs are all areas that are approved. Oyster season in these specified waters…
Keesler Federal Credit Union plans for historic merger
Keesler Federal Credit Union announced a major merger with another credit union in the region. Jefferson Financial in Louisiana will merge its operations with Keesler Federal in what will become the largest credit union merger in Louisiana and Mississippi history.…
Mississippi’s $110 Million Investment Lays Foundation for Future Economic Development Success
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced the state of Mississippi is investing over $110 million toward economic development, infrastructure upgrades, workforce development, tourism, and conservation efforts throughout Mississippi. The majority of grant approvals, totaling over $97 million, will be…