Hometown History

Hometown History: Biloxi Lighthouse

Standing tall since 1848, the Biloxi Lighthouse remains one of the most iconic symbols of the Mississippi Gulf Coast and a powerful reminder of the region’s resilience.  From enduring devastating storms to…

Hometown History: Ship Island

SHIP ISLAND, Miss. (WXXV)- Around ten miles south of Gulfport, Ship Island stands as a gateway to history. Sitting on the island is the historic Fort Massachusetts, and for 100 years, Ship…

Hometown History: The Great Southern Hotel

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Our Mississippi Coast is ever changing. While many notable landmarks still scatter our Coast, others are now just a distant memory. In this month’s Hometown History feature,…