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.…
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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.…
WXXV’s Ethan Krauss is at the Sea Wolves Meet and Greet
A new season on the ice is well underway here in South Mississippi and now Sea Wolves players are taking the time to meet with…
Library of Congress asking coast veterans to share their stories
The Mississippi Library Commission seeking input from coast veterans for a history project. It's a project that's happening in partnership with the Library of Congress. Volunteers will share stories through interviews, letters, photographs, and memorabilia. Information for the project can…
MGCCC receives $7.1 Million RESTORE Act Grant to advance nation’s first statewide AI initiative
Today, the Mississippi Governor’s Office announced an award of a $7.1 million RESTORE Act grant to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College to expand the Mississippi Artificial Intelligence Network (MAIN). As the nation’s first statewide AI initiative, MAIN is a collaborative…
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…
Biloxi man found guilty of indecent exposure, filming women in restrooms
It took a Jackson County jury about an hour to convict a Biloxi man of filming women in public restrooms and indecent exposure. 36-year-old Christopher Burdine will be sentenced on December 4. The case began in 2023 when Jackson County…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources for the start of Oyster Season
Oyster season has officially begun! Fresh oysters are usually at their prime during this time. WXXV News 25's Everett Ganier, Jr. was live at the offices of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources…
New Orleans woman charged in death of man found at Carriere home
A New Orleans woman is behind bars, charged in the death of a man found at a home in Carriere. Pearl River County Sheriff's Office said 47-year-old Showanda Carter has been charged with murder in the death of 45-year-old Clint…
Semi overturns near Menge Avenue on I-10, causing traffic delays
Mississippi Highway Patrol is at the scene of an overturned 18-wheeler partially blocking the right lane of Interstate 10 near Menge Avenue. Wet roads due to intermittent rain are also causing delays. Travel lanes will be blocked periodically as emergency…
New 1950's inspired diner coming to HWY 57 in Vancleave
Along HWY 57 and Jim Ramsay Rd, renovations are under way for a new spot in Vancleave which is going back to the basics when it comes to food service.…
Black Bear M55 found and tagged for tracking near Woolmarket community
One black bear in South Mississippi being found right in our back yard! M55 is a 175 pound male thought to be between 3-5 years old. He…
Ocean Springs hosting Christmas Tree lighting
It's never too early to be thinking about Christmas... The City of Ocean Springs hosting a Christmas Tree lighting on December 5th. The lighting happens from 6 PM to…
American Red Cross bringing FRIENDS to give blood
The American Red Cross is teaming up with friends to get blood donations... FRIENDS as in the show! All who give blood between November 18th and December 8th will receive two pairs of FRIENDS and Red Cross socks while supplies…
Hattiesburg Zoo introducing new exhibit for flamingos
The Hattiesburg Zoo is coming out with a new exhibit space. This one is reserved for their flamingo populations. The flamingos are staying in a temporary exhibit after the old one was…
Woolmarket teacher surprised after winning radio contest
A teacher at Woolmarket Elementary entered a radio contest and won $500 to purchase analog watches for her students to learn how to tell time. What Mrs. Allison Breland…
Harrison County Child Development Center honors current and former military members with a luncheon.
Harrison County Child Development Center honors current and former military members with a luncheon. WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter connects with a USAF member who is planning for retirement but says her service outreach is not stopping anytime soon. [blox_vms account="WXXV"…
Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum hosting Christmas open house
The Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi hosting their Christmas open house. Anyone interested is invited to come out on Saturday, December 14th. The open house running from 10 AM to 4 PM. Local vendors will be offering art…
Pass Christian hosting Christmas parade on December 6th
Pass Christian is hosting a Christmas parade on Friday, December 6th. Anyone interested can register their golf cart or antique car to be part of the parade. $30 is the registration fee, being limited to 40 participants. The only rule…
Long Beach hosting a waterless boat parade
A boat parade heading down the streets! You heard that right, it's time for the Sea Santa waterless boat parade. The parade happening on Saturday, December 7th starting at 5:45 PM. All are invited to decorate their boat and register…
MDOT’s 12 days of Christmas sign contest is back!
It’s that time of year again! With Christmas right around the corner, the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is aiming to spread a little extra holiday cheer on Mississippi’s highways, and we need your help. Starting today, Tuesday, Nov. 12,…
Upcoming Nighttime exit closure on I-10 in Harrison County
An upcoming nighttime closure will be impacting drivers in Harrison County. Starting November 17th and lasting four weeks, Exit 41 at Shriners Boulevard in Woolmarket will be…
WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. discusses Ocean Springs Walking Club
If you join the Ocean Springs Municipal Library’s walking club, you can enjoy a discussion about books and other fun topics while walking and enjoying the…