Remembering the lost towns of Hancock County
When Stennis Space Center was brought to Hancock County in 1961, with it came the need for a large buffer zone. As a result, the towns of Santa Rosa, Westonia,…
Local News
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Biloxi for the 2024 Fill The Boot Drive
The Biloxi Fire Department is back supporting Muscular Dystrophy Association with their annual Fill the Boot Drive! The event usually involves Firefighters standing at various locations in the community,…
Transportation secretary in Mobile for Gulf Coast Rail groundbreaking
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is in Mobile today to take part in a groundbreaking for the Amtrak layover track and platform in Mobile. Buttigieg posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, that he would take part in the groundbreaking that…
Pascagoula unveils plans for new city hall
Pascagoula’s city government is looking to the future with multiple projects on the horizon designed to better house city operations. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was in the Flagship…
Memorial Health System Opens Urgent Care Clinic in Gulfport
Gulfport, Mississippi — October 22, 2024 — In addition to the 12 Memorial Walk-In Clinics along the Coast that care for patients with minor injuries or illnesses, Memorial Health System has opened an urgent care clinic in Gulfport, conveniently located near its main hospital at…
Harrison County residents speak on brush fire arson
On Monday the U.S. Forest Service confirmed the arson investigation into the Northern Harrison County brush fire is still ongoing. Last Wednesday, fire officials responded to reports of a brush fire along Carson…
Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair takes over Pascagoula
Monday marked one of the opening days for the Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair in Pascagoula. For an entire week, Pascagoula will home to dozens of rides, games, food vendors, and barnyard animals…
Louisiana couple pick up Make-A-Wish raffle car
Cruisin' the Coast might be in the rearview mirror, one lucky couple just drove away with the Make-A-Wish raffle car! Don and Adele from Louisiana picked up their…
Two coast residents earn high honor in Public Relations field
Two Gulf Coast residents in the profession of public relations received one of the highest honors from an organization in the industry. WXXV News 25's Jordyn…
Eleven Gulf Coast invites the public to ribbon cutting
Khalyn Harmon and Jeremiah Morman join WXXV News 25 in studio to talk about the newest restaurant in Gulfport! Both tell us about what can be expected at…
Hancock High hosts career fair for students
Students at Hancock High School are learning more about the career paths they can take as they enter college or choose a vocation after high school. WXXV News 25's Everett…
Biloxi Fire Department taking part in Fill The Boot Drive
If you've seen Biloxi Firefighters on the side of the road today, there's a reason why. The Biloxi Fire Department once again taking part in this year's Fill…
North Harrison County residents speaking out on brush fire
The arson investigation into the northern Harrison County brush fire continues this week. People who live near that fire are speaking out on the disruption the fire…
Lynn Meadows hosting Halloween Festival
At Lynn Meadows Discovery Center Saturday, there's a fun Halloween Festival for the little ones. Families can head out from 10 that morning until noon. There will be outdoor games, Trick-or-Treating, and crafts. Come dressed in your Halloween best! Members…
Orange Grove Library hosting their annual convention
Orange Grove Library's Big Convention returns. From 10 to 4 on Saturday, OGCon will feature cosplay and trivia contests for the family, with panels and games as well. Young kids taking part too, with crafts and story time. A few…
Mississippi Aquarium hosting Sea of Stars on October 24th
The front lawn of the Mississippi Aquarium lighting up on Thursday night. The aquarium is hosting Sea of Stars! Music lets guests dance the evening away until the show. Finger foods and…
Jackson County Fair returns to Pascagoula
The Jackson County Fair is back! The Midway, food pavilion, and Food Truck Alley sections opened on Sunday. Tuesday, October 22nd is Family Night at the fair. Kiddie Land rides…
Wreaths Across America looking for sponsors in Biloxi
2024's Wreath Across America is planning a ceremony for the Biloxi National Cemetery on December 14th. Biloxi coordinator Becky Rutz joins WXXV News 25 in studio to…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Hancock High School for College and Career Fair
This morning at about 9AM, Hancock High School kicked off its annual college and career fair. The fair featured over 50 organizations, including several branches of the military, college…
Fallen Oak hosts 2nd Annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational
Some of the best college golfers in the country are on the Mississippi Gulf Coast as they compete in the 2nd Annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational. The greens in…
Voter Boot Camp ahead of the election
The 2024 election is two weeks away. The Steps Coalition joins WXXV News 25 in studio to talk about an upcoming voter boot camp. Gordon Jackson joins us in…
Meggan Monday: Long Beach man's collection all bottled up
A Long Beach man's whim to bring home a keepsake from a business trip has turned into a lifelong hobby. Let's head over to Long Beach to…
Annual Carter's Champions Pink Dress Run draws hundreds to Gulfport
A sea of pink flooded Gulfport on Saturday as more than 600 people participated in the annual Carter's Champions Pink Dress Run. The 5k walk and run raised money for breast cancer…
MS Gulf Coast Kennel Club and MS Gulf Coast Working Group Club to host Annual Dog Shows at Harrison County Fairgrounds Nov. 1 – 3
The Gulf Coast Mardi Paw Cluster Dog Show, hosted by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club and the Mississippi Gulf Coast Working Group Club will be held beginning Friday, November 1st thru Sunday, November 3rd at the Harrison County Fairgrounds,…