‘Jack-O-Lantern Jubilee’
Halloween may still be a few weeks away, but the City of Long Beach is getting spooky season started early. Kids, adults, and even our four-legged friends took over the town green in Long Beach on Saturday night for the…
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Loaves and Fishes Fall Festival
One Biloxi organization known for its work in the community brought people together on Saturday for some fall fun. Loaves and Fishes ‘2nd annual Fall Festival’ featured live music, food, face painting, and plenty of games for everyone. The event…
‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ wraps up
It’s been a busy week of vehicle-packed action on the Coast, but yesterday marked the wrap of the 23rd edition of ‘Cruisin’ the Coast.’ It’s a show that highlights the classic, the modern, and even the unusual. ‘Cruisin’ the Coast’…
‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ festivities in Hancock County
While there was tons of ‘Cruisin’ action all across the Mississippi Gulf Coast this weekend, Cruisers packed Hancock County for a fun time. Downtown Bay St. Louis was packed with hundreds of ‘Cruisin’ vehicles along with visitors and locals to…
Statewide burn ban lifted; county burn bans remain
At the request and advice of the Mississippi Forestry Commission (MFC), Gov. Phil Bryant has lifted the statewide burn ban, effective immediately. “Due to the amount of rainfall received in parts of the state over the last week, the MFC…
Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Shaefer Shares Latest on City Plans in This Week's Edition of Mayoral Monday
South Mississippi's gem! Diamondhead Mayor Tommy Schaefer sits down with News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris with city updates in this week's edition of Mayoral Monday.
Jaylon Morris Shares Electrifying Story Tuesday on In Your Shoes Report
We've all heard the jingle before right? When lines are down, don't you hang around... Well, in this weeks edition of In Your Shoes with News 25 Today anchor Jaylon Morris Tuesday morning on WXXV NBC News 25 Today at…
Setting the Stage for Mississippi's Second Gubernatorial Debate
The two major party candidates in the race to be Mississippi's next governor are getting ready for round two. Tonight at 7pm, our sister station, WCBI in Columbus, will host a second debate between gubernatorial candidates, Republican Tate Reeves and…
Trading stilettos for cleats: Gulf Coast Monarchy holding tryouts soon
Some South Mississippians will soon be trading their stilettos for cleats. Athletic Director Tiandra Robinson and owner Tyre Brown stopped by the WXXV studio today to share the playbook as the Mississippi Gulf Coast prepares to roll out the red…
Scarlet Pearl and Coastal Mississippi honored with Reader's Choice awards
The Scarlet Pearl Casino and Resort in D'Iberville has been packed with activity — both at the gaming tables and beyond. Just now wrapping up as the City of D'Iberville's main hub for cruisers, and setting the stage for this…
Burn Ban Remains in Effect for Mississippi
A burn ban remains in effect this morning. Due to much of the state's extremely dry conditions, Governor Phil Bryant issued a proclomation back on October 2nd, placing the entire state under a burn ban. Last month alone, wildland firefighters…
Water Contact Advisory issued for four Mississippi beaches due to bacteria
As a result of probable high bacteria levels, the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality has issued a Water Contact Advisory for the following locations: Harrison County: Gulfport West Beach near Fournier Avenue in Gulfport from Marie Avenue eastward to Camp…
Cruisin’ Sock Hop and Street Party in Downtown Ocean Springs
It was a blast from the past in Ocean Springs tonight for their annual ‘Cruisin’ Sock Hop and Street Party.’ Despite the early weather, the party went on as planned. Hundreds flocked to Rossetti Park and Downtown Ocean Springs for…
14-year-old arrested for making threats to Bayou View Middle School
Gulfport police arrested a 14-year-old student for making terroristic threats to Bayou View Middle School. Police received information from within the school that alleged the student was planning to shoot other students. Due to the quick availability of information and…
Lt. Gov. Candidate Jay Hughes visits WXXV
News 25 had a special guest stop by WXXV today: candidate for Lt. Gov. Jay Hughes. Hughes says that if elected he would like to bring transparency and common sense back to the capital. He also says if elected he…
Gubernatorial Candidate David Singletary stops by WXXV
Just one day after the two major party candidates took part in a televised debate, Independent Candidate David Singletary stopped by News 25. He spoke about his own plan to reform the healthcare system. While Tate Reeves says it is…
Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Youth Fishing Rodeo
This weekend is the second annual Harrison County Sheriff’s Office Youth Fishing Rodeo. Saturday, kids ages three to 15 will learn the basics of fishing with experienced fishermen volunteering at the event. The rodeo will also celebrate a new fishing…
Cruisin’ the Coast impact on local businesses
After the hard summer on the tourism industry, many local businesses along the Coast were looking to ‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ to bring in sales. News 25 spoke with Shawn’s Petit Boy Liquor Store to see how sales were doing compared…
Cruisin’ the Coast Swap Meet
‘Cruisin’ the Coast’ is all about the cars, but one event gives visitors to ‘Cruisin’ a chance to buy a wide range of items. ‘The Cruisin’ the Coast Swap Meet’ kicked off yesterday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum Complex. More…
Remembering Clark and Amelda Levi
Community members in Ocean Springs are mourning the loss of two well-known residents known for their historic business. Employees of Lovelace Drugs in Downtown Ocean Springs are working with heavy hearts following the loss of owner Clark Levi and his…
Ocean Springs Sock Hop
Ocean Springs is kicking off their ‘Cruisin’ festivities in a big way tonight with their ‘Sock Hop and Street Party.’ The annual party is one of the more popular events of the weekend. It features good food, live music, and…
Police Seek Help Identifying Body Found Near Kuhn Street Pier Oct. 3
The investigation continues into identifying the person found floating in the water just south of the Kuhn Street Pier in Biloxi earlier this month. Back on October 3rd, the Biloxi Police Department and DMR responded to a report of a…
Travel Back in Time at Lumberton's Olde Tyme Festival
Travel back in time at Lumberton's upcoming Olde Tyme Festival! News 25 Today Anchor Lindsey Goodwin gets all the details from a festival event organizer.
Warming Up for Biloxi "Roast" of Paul Tisdale
Biloxi is warming up to "Roast" former Biloxi Councilman and long time civic leader Paul Tisdale. News 25 Today Anchor Jaylon Morris sits down with Tisdale and Susan Hunt to talk about this weekend's fundraising event.