New home given to wounded soldier
In Picayune, the Tunnels for Towers Foundation unveiled a new home for Sergeant Carl Sampson. WXXV News 25's Austin Lindsey was at the big reveal.
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Getting to know Ocean Springs new Fire Chief, Ryan Heath
18 years ago, in 2006, Ryan Heath took an oath to serve the city of Ocean Springs as a firefighter. Now, he's taken an oath to…
Mary C. hosting reception on ocean liners
A reception bringing memories of a bygone era heads to the Mary C. O'Keefe in Ocean Springs. The Duckett Gallery is focusing on ocean liners and their role at sea. The reception starts at 5:30 and ends at 7, being…
Biloxi Shuckers undergoing another name change
The Biloxi Shuckers changed to the Beach Chickens, but there's another name change coming. On Thursday, the Shuckers will play as the newest Minor League Team - the Malmö Oat Milkers. The name comes from a Swedish plant-based dairy company…
Victim in fatal motorcycle wreck identified
Harrison County Sheriff's Office was working a fatal wreck on Canal Road. Harrison County coroner Brian Switzer confirmed the identity of the victim as 27-year-old Chandler Bean. Bean was an active duty Seabee, stationed at the base in Gulfport. Deputies…
Amtrak moving to Mobile may be in jeopardy
The drive to bring Amtrak to Mobile is in serious jeopardy. The plan needs five votes on the city council, and right now those votes aren't there. Mayor Sandy Stimpson's administration is close to finalizing a lease that would allow…
Gautier man charged with stealing vehicle, fleeing from deputies
A Gautier man is facing charges related to a stolen Mercedes. Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley said 24-year-old Nicholas Larmon Streel is charged with possession of stolen property, felony fleeing and possession of a controlled substance. He was taken to…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Pass Christian ahead of the Fighting Tigers Martial Arts Summer Camp
The Fighting Tigers Martial Arts Academy is hosting a free summer camp for kids ages seven and up at the Marsha Barbour Resource Center in Pass Christian. Participants will have…
Buc-ee's posting jobs for managment staff
If you’ve been waiting to apply to join the Buc-ee’s team, brush up your resumes. Buc-ee’s is advertising for managerial staff on Indeed. The postings list an opening date of Summer 2025. The positions range from gift/merchandise manager for $125,000…
Keesler Medical Center Departments temporarily closed
Out of concern for the safety to patients and staff, all Keesler Medical Center departments except the Emergency Room, Student Health, and Satellite Pharmacy will be closed June 26 – 27 due to a cooling system malfunction. Clinics will contact patients to reschedule…
Harrison County investigating fatal wreck on Canal Road
Harrison County Sheriff's Office is working a fatal wreck on Canal Road. Deputies were called out about 8:13 a.m. after a motorcycle and an 18-wheeler collided in the…
Collapsed drainage pipe causes hole in the ground in Gulfport neighborhood
Residents have been worried as the hole was here prior to Monday's weather but with all that heavy rain we experienced it has grown in size. Caution tape has been placed around…
What residents living in Ocean Springs annexed area need to know
The City of Ocean Springs annexed approximately 6 miles of land that was originally in Jackson County's jurisdiction, including Ocean Springs High School and numerous…
Biloxi Main Street working on HowHop beautification project
Beginning on Wednesday, June 26, Biloxi Main Street will be working under the I-110 overpass at the corner of Howard Avenue and Hopkins Boulevard for a HowHop beautification project. Workers will be pressing washing and painting a blue stripe on…
WXXV's Ethan Krauss brings up an update on a collapsed drain pipe in Gulfport neighborhood
Yesterday’s storms certainly packed a punch. Heavy rain was seen all throughout the area and even caused a collapsed drain pipe to further open a hole in a Gulfport neighborhood.…
Missing 27 year-old and two-year-old in Long Beach have been located
An update to the missing person alert in Long Beach this week. The Long Beach Police Department reports that 27-year-old Shealon Acree and 2-year-old Gabriel “Ziylar” McCall have both been located and are no longer considered missing persons. The Long…
New campaign invites visitors to 'Explore Stone County'
Whether it’s embarking on a restful escape or navigating the creek on a kayak, Stone County has one-of-a-kind destinations and events ready to explore. That message is the focus of a new brand and advertising campaign released today by the…
Pet of the Week: Doc and Wyatt are looking for their purr-ever home!
Today Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter brings in Doc and Wyatt for the Pet of the Week.
Pork butts being sold to support 30-year veteran deputy
The Harrison County Sheriff's Department is hosting a fundraiser to support a 30-year veteran deputy by selling pork butts. Deputy Leroy Ladner is undergoing a…
Biloxi restaurant closing for 12 weeks
One local restaurant is closing for a bit of time due to a surgery the owner had. Cat Daddy's in Biloxi will be closing for 12 weeks. Mister Cat Daddy - Ronnie - received surgery and needs time to heal…
Hurricane preparedness seminar held for Harrison County residents
To make sure Harrison County residents are ready for any potential storms that may head our way, a preparedness workshop was held earlier this evening at the Knight Nonprofit Center. The seminar helped…
Hattiesburg Zoo's Coco the Capybara celebrates their birthday
A very special birthday out of Hattiesburg this weekend! Coca the Capybara celebrated their birthday on Sunday! Decorations were put up in Coco's exhibit, the resident llamas and tapir taking…
Contest to become Blue Moon's featured artist kicks off
Calling all artists! Anyone 21 and older can enter their artwork for a chance to be the featured artist of everything Blue Moon for this…
Aspiring artists participate in Art Ventures Camp in Hancock County
The Art Ventures Camp returned today for aspiring young artists. The camp returning this year bigger and better than years past. Kids aged six through 12 are taking…