Students honoring first responders through Women of Wisdom event
Hope Academy students spent time this week decorating cards for first responders. Women of Wisdom is sponsoring an event this year honoring the heroes ahead of the…
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Update: Body of 17-Year-Old Found in George County
We are learning more after search crews found the body of a George County teen who apparently drowned in the Pascagoula River. The body of 17-year-old Jakeob Mullen…
Beach cleanup initiative happening on Horn Island
A beach cleanup is being hosted on Horn Island. The cleanup is part of the Barrier Islands Cleanup Initiative. Volunteers can sign up using the QR code on the flyer, volunteers must be 18 or older. After signing up, everyone…
Biloxi buys Ohr-O'Keefe Museum, leases property to management company
The City of Biloxi has bought the Ohr-O'Keefe Museum of Art and entered into a lease agreement on the property for management. The city council voted unanimously Tuesday night to buy the property for $1 and then leased the property…
Marshall Ramsey coming to Pearl River Community College
One well known Mississippi artist is making his way to the Gulf Coast next week. Marhsall Ramsey is being welcomed as part of the Lyceum Lecture Series at…
Presentation on the Gulfport Fire Department's history happening September 12th
Interested in learning about local coast history? Retired Deputy Chief Hank Levins is hosting a presentation on the history of the Gulfport Fire Department. The talk is happening…
16-year-old arrested after threats put Harrison Central High on 'soft' lockdown
A 16-year-old has been arrested in connection to threatening phone calls made to Harrison Central High on Wednesday, causing the school to go into another…
Update on new Stone High construction
Stone County School District providing an update on construction work at the new Stone High School site. This is video of the site right now taken by the school district.…
Cruisin' the Coast fast approaching South Mississippi
It's about that time of year here on the Mississippi Coast when classic cars run through the streets. Cruisin' the Coast returns to South Mississippi next month. With the…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE outside WXXV's studio keeping you aware about National Suicide Prevention Month
Suicide Prevention Month is observed every September to raise awareness about suicide prevention. This month promotes resources and support for individuals struggling with suicidal thoughts. WXXV News 25's Everett Ganier, Jr. was…
Body of 17-year-old who went missing Monday in George County river is recovered
A 17-year-old who went under water while swimming in the Pascagoula River on Monday afternoon has been recovered. Sheriff Mitchell Mixon said 17-year-old Jakeob Mullin was found about 9:42 p.m. Tuesday about a quarter mile from where he was last…
Pass Christian locals express their opinions over concrete boardwalk along Hwy-90
On Tuesday evening at the Pass Christian City Hall, officials allowed locals residents to voice their opinions concerning the construction of the concrete boardwalk along Highway-90, a matter which has residents in…
Gulfport students take part in cemetery revitalization project
In the gates of the historical Mississippi City Cemetery in Gulfport, something old will soon be made new again at the hands of local elementary school students. Students in the QUEST…
State legislature approves cannabis program at Ole Miss
Ole Miss receives funds for the school's new cannabis program. Governor Tate Reeves recently signed a bill that establishes the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Research Program at Ole Miss. State Senator Kevin Blackwell spearheaded that legislation. Under this program, researchers will…
Mega Million Jackpot at $681 Million
We all dream about what we’d do if we won the lottery. Even though it feels impossible sometimes you have to test your luck. With the Mega Millions jackpot at…
Hattiesburg unveils 55th mural
The 55th mural has been unveiled by the Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art. The piece is titled "Love Done Well" and is located on the Midtown Corner Market. Aubri Sparkman of…
Gulfport Fire Department swears in honorary firefighter
A couple of Coast celebrities went to the Gulfport Fire Station for a special swearing in ceremony. Romeo Weaver was sworn in by Chief Billy Kelley earlier Tuesday morning.…
Locals celebrate Labor Day
On the beach in Pascagoula, residents celebrated the Labor Day Weekend. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel shows us how many of you enjoyed the holiday along the shore.
Mermaids return to Mississippi Aquarium
The Mississippi Aquarium announced that mermaids will be returning to the aquarium! The mermaids make their way back to the Gulf Coast September 13th through the 15th. Those mermaids will perform…
Mississippi Sound Estuary Program photo contest
Calling all photographers! The Mississippi Sound Estuary Program is hosting a photo contest. All participants have until September 30th to share the natural wonders of the Magnolia State. There are…
2024 Labor Day holiday travel period concluded
Jackson, Miss -The Mississippi Highway Patrol concluded the 2024 Labor Day Holiday Travel Period on Monday, September 2nd at midnight. The travel period began on Friday, August 30th, at 6:00 a.m. The Mississippi Highway Patrol issued a total of 7,123…
Biloxi Fire Museum hosting fish fry
The Biloxi Fire Museum is hosting a fish fry this upcoming Friday. Head out to the museum from 11 to 1 on September 6th for a plate of favorites. $10 gets you fish, potato salad, baked beans, and bread. Drinks…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Ocean Springs Municipal Library informing you about voter registration
Celebrate National Voter Registration Month at your local library! The friends of the library groups from various Jackson-George regional library locations are hosting voter registration drives to help community members…
Sixth Street Museum District’s Generations Strong Wall receives three American Advertising Awards from the American Advertising Federation District 7
Hattiesburg, MS (September 3, 2024) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – The Sixth Street Museum District’s Generations Strong Wall design and presentation has received three American Advertising Awards. The American Advertising Awards are the pinnacle of creative excellence in the ad industry,…