Mississippi Aquarium offering behind the scenes animal care experience
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is sharing a new way for the public to get a behind-the-scenes look at an aquarium. The program is called the…
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City of Gulfport hosting community blood drive
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is asking the community to make a lifesaving impact at their community blood drive. Every donation stays local to support patients in need in our community. The blood drive runs June 3 and…
Juneteenth Celebration Weekend set to return to the City of Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi has announced the return of the annual Juneteenth Celebration. The Juneteenth Celebration is set to take place on Friday, June 19 and Saturday, June 20 at John Henry Beck Park and the Biloxi…
Coast Electric warns customers of phone scam requesting bank info for fake refunds
Coast Electric is warning customers about a phone scam that could leave victims out of more than just a refund. The utility says scammers may call claiming you’ve overpaid your energy bill and are owed money back. The caller may…
Two Mississippi State students named prestigious Astronaut Scholars
STARKVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)-Two Mississippi State University students have been selected among the nation’s top undergraduate STEM scholars, earning recognition as Astronaut Scholars. Madelyn “Sloan” Berry of Brandon and India “Alex” White of Saltillo were named recipients of the Astronaut Scholarship,…
Mississippi Power Foundation partners with The Max for America250
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday next year, two organizations are teaming up to highlight the stories that helped shape the nation. The Mississippi Power Foundation is partnering with the Mississippi Arts + Entertainment Experience, known as the…
Ocean Springs crossing guards recognized for work during school year
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs gave a shout out to their crossing guards. As the school year wrapped up, the guards were…
Mississippi Aquarium helps turtles in need
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium spent last weekend helping turtles in Alabama. Three turtles were found with serious injuries. The crew went into action and the turtles were sent…
Disabled Veterans of America hosting annual golf tournament in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Singing River Chapter of the Disabled Veterans of America is hosting their fifth annual charity golf tournament in Gautier. The tournament takes place at Hickory Hills Golf Club on June 13th. Shotgun start is at 8…
City of Ocean Springs dedicates new photos at Vietnam Memorial
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs dedicated 12 new photos at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on Memorial Day. The memorial includes the photos of all Vietnam veterans from Mississippi. This dedication was organized by Friends of the…
97th annual Blessing of the Fleet returns to Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- One of South Mississippi’s most historic traditions returns this weekend for its 97th year. The Biloxi Blessing of the Fleet begins with the shrimp…
Changes made to parking in Downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Some parking changes are coming to Downtown Gulfport as the summer tourist season begins and new businesses open in the next few weeks. According to Gulfport…
Chevron, Jackson County team up for weather radio giveaway
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is sharing details about a weather radio giveaway. Chevron is partnering with the county office of emergency…
Changes to Harrison County School District meal program
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District is expanding its free summer meal program for kids and families. The program begins June 1. Along with traditional…
Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs hosting annual fundraiser to benefit local children
The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs is getting ready for a magical evening that helps support programs benefiting local children. Joining us with details…
Vehicle struck by train near intersection of 42nd Avenue and West Railroad Street in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - A vehicle was struck by a train near the intersection of 42nd Avenue and West Railroad Street, according to the Gulfport Police Department. Police say the driver was the only person in the vehicle, and they…
Stone County EMA, MDEQ team up to host Hazardous Waste Day
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Stone County residents will have a chance to safely dispose of household waste this weekend. The Stone County Emergency Management Agency is partnering with the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to host a free household hazardous…
2nd annual Bay Fest kicks off in Bay St. Louis Saturday
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Bay St. Louis is hosting the second annual Bay Fest on Saturday. The all-day street festival takes over Old Town…
‘Shrek the Musical’ coming to the Beau Rivage in June
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Shrek is one of the biggest animated film characters of all time! ‘Shrek the Musical’ opens on stage at Beau Rivage on June…
Gulf Coast Veterans Affair System receives five-star rating
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Veterans Healthcare System is once again earning national recognition for quality care. The Biloxi-based Veteran Affair System received a five-star rating from…
Caesars Entertainment to be acquired by Fertitta in $17B deal
Caesars Entertainment has reached a deal with Fertitta Entertainment to be acquired. Fertitta is Texas billionaire Tilman Fertitta’s company. It owns Saltgrass Steakhouse, Golden Nugget Casinos,…
Two arrested, charged in connection with Memorial Day shooting in Pearl River County
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people have been arrested in connection to a shooting on Memorial Day in Pearl River County. Twenty-six-year-old Raheem Charles and 23-year-old Thomas Daniel have been arrested in that incident after investigators recovered evidence and…
Community invited to attend Celebration of Life for Karen Sock
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippians will gather Sunday to remember and celebrate the life of a Coast civic leader. The Celebration of Life for Karen Sock…
Baby bald eagle returns home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) -- A baby bald eagle is returning home in Pascagoula after extensive rehabilitation. It’s a big day for Woodside Wildlife Rescue. A bald…