Bonnet Carre Spillway closure begins
After 74 days, the Army Corps of Engineers has announced they will begin the long-awaited process of closing some of the bays along the Bonnet Carre Spillway. News 25’s Gabby Easterwood has more.
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Walter Anderson Museum of Art Cooking Up A Fundraiser to Help with Gulf Issues
The Walter Anderson Museum in Ocean Springs is known for its creative wonders and art exhibits, but they're cooking up something new, hoping it's a winning recipe that will help raise funds and awareness about the conditions in our Mississippi…
Gautier Mayor Shares What's on the Agenda in Mayoral Monday
Gautier Mayor Mel Torjusen shares what developments and events are on the agenda for the city of Gautier in Monday morning's edition of Mayoral Monday with News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris.
Bonnet Carre Spillway Bays to Begin Closing, Corps of Engineers says
It's finally official - the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers announced just after 9 a.m. Monday morning that they will begin the process of closing the bays of the Bonnet Carre Spillway today. This announcement comes as welcome news following…
Mississippi's June Employment Rate Numbers are In
According to the Mississippi Department of Employment Security, Mississippi’s unemployment rate in June 2019 was 5.0%, unchanged over the month from May 2019. The June 2019 rate is three-tenths of a percentage point higher than a year ago in June 2018,…
Mississippi Republican Candidates for Governor Prepare for Televised Debate
Who will be the state's next governor? We voters will soon be casting our ballots to determine who will take over Mississippi's top political positions in the upcoming primaries - just over a week away, on Tuesday, August 6th. For…
Vibrios: Focus of Upcoming Summer Lecture Series
So far, the Coast is clear here in South Mississippi when it comes to vibrio-infested waters, but years ago there were several cases reported by locals and visitors on the Coast who said they contracted the flesh-eating bacteria after coming…
South Mississippi Smiles: Something to Smile About with Tuesday's Customer Appreciation Day
Believe it or not, there's plenty to smile about this Monday morning. News 25 Today spoke with Dr. Cameron Larson, Managing Dentist, and Jennifer Dutchover, Community Relations Specialist for South Mississippi Smiles about their upcoming Patient Appreciation Day at the…
Second annual ‘Camp Dance Able’
Great dance moves were on display earlier this evening as part of a unique dance camp. The second annual ‘Camp Dance Able’ is designed for individuals with disabilities and gives them the opportunity to express themselves through dance. St. Peter’s…
Celebrating the life of Emily Goss
It’s a heartbreaking loss for the community. On July 12th, 17-year-old Emily Goss died in a car crash. Today, her classmates, friends, and family came together to celebrate her life. A young life gone too soon brought the Hancock County…
‘Fill the Bus’ School Supply Drive
The United Way wants you to get on board as the non-profit continues to collect school supplies to help kids in need in our community. United Way of South Mississippi is asking everyone in Hancock, Harrison, Pearl River, and Stone…
Hyler Krebs appointed Pascagoula fire chief
“I’ve appointed a senior official who is passionate about this community and places the members of his agency as his top priority,” said Ryan Frederic, Esq. City Manager/City Attorney in appointing veteran firefighter Hyler Krebs to the position of fire…
Local veteran’s final wish
Earlier this week, News 25 told you about a retired Seabee who has passed away. His final wish was to have as many Seabees as possible at his funeral. Today, Hubert Dale Bass, also known as Sam Bass, had his…
Final Biloxi Movie Night tonight
The City of Biloxi’s Parks and Recreation Department is hosting their final movie night of the month. City officials are expecting large crowds for tonight’s showing of ‘Aquaman.’ While the movie starts at 6 p.m., they’ll have waterslides, carnival games,…
Missing Person: Robert Joseph Moran
Forty-seven year-old Robert Joseph Moran aka “Joey” left his residence in Pass Christian on the night of Sunday, July 14th and has not been seen since. The vehicle he was driving was recovered in Hancock County on Monday, July 15th.…
Gov. Bryant assures safety of seafood consumption
South Mississippi is facing another challenge plaguing the Mississippi Sound. Not only the far-reaching algae bloom spurned by the Bonnet Carre Spillway, but the perception by some that the seafood harvested from Mississippi coastal waters isn’t safe for consumption, a…
Bonnet Carre Spillway still open
The Bonnet Carre Spillway opening is being largely blamed for the massive algae bloom that has spread across the Coast waters. It’s just one of the spillover effects from the record-breaking number of days the Louisiana spillway has been opened,…
Using the Fashion Show Runway to Fight Disease
They're using cartoon characters to raise awareness and help in the fight against colitis and Chrone's Disease. News 25 Today anchor Jaylon Morris catches up with "Fashion Shades of Color" organizer C. Richaude Dorsey and event participant Brie Lybrand to…
My Truck. My Rules. Mississippi Governor Candidate Launches Campaign After Backlash
My Truck. My Rules. Robert Foster, Republican candidate for the upcoming race to be Mississippi's next governor is sending a message loud and clear through a new bumper sticker campaign, and on Thursday started offering the tickets to supporters for…
Pint-Sized South Mississippi Beauty Queen Launches Give Back Gala Coming Soon to South Mississippi
She's a pint-sized beauty queen with a big heart. News 25 Today Anchor Lindsey Goodwin sits down with 10-year-old Kai Davis, and Kay Danealult, to get all the details about Kai's Give Back Gala, set to take place this August.
Christmas is Coming in July in the Pass
Christmas is coming early in the Pass. Director of the Pass Christian Chamber Of Commerce Gabrielle Rose joined us live in studio on News 25 Today Friday morning to tell us more about "Christmas In July". The event is scheduled…
Help Fill the Bus with United Way and Equip Local Kids for School
United Way's "Fill the Bus" campaign and drive to provide school supplies for South Mississippi kids in need is in full swing. News 25's Andrew Scherer catches up with Kathy Springer with the United Way of South Mississippi to get…
“Fill the Bus” Campaign Open for Donations at Walmart Supercenters along the Coast
If you haven't had the chance to donate to the "Fill the Bus" school supply school drive, you still have some time. Local Walmart Supercenters around the Gulf Coast are collecting school supply donations until July 31st. Our own Andrew…
“In Your Shoes” Segment with News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris Debuting July 23rd
News 25 Today’s own Jaylon Morris takes a walk alongside hard working South Mississippians in our brand new segment “In Your Shoes”. Catch its debut exclusively on WXXV next Tuesday, July 23rd as Morris hits the streets with the Biloxi…