New stamps being unveiled at Mississippi Summer Fair
News 25 caught up with a stamp collector who has been to over 50 stamp unveilings!
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Welcome Meteorologist Sam Parker to the WXXV Weather Team
Welcome Meteorologist Sam Parker to the WXXV Weather Team with Wxxv25 Chief Meteorologist Rob Knight and Evening Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen! When you see Sam on the air and live from where YOU live say hello because he’ll say hello to…
Three injured in five-vehicle wreck in Gulfport
Around noon on Thursday, five vehicles were involved in an accident at the corner of Pass and Cowan in Gulfport. One of the vehicles involved was…
2024 Billfish Classic sets sail
Teams set off earlier today to take part in the 2024 Billfish Classic. Boats sailed from the Golden Nugget to the Beau Rivage in a single line, then cutting loose to…
Summer Fair kicks off at the Coast Coliseum
The gates are now open for the start of the South Mississippi Summer Fair at the Coast Coliseum. WXXV’s Austin Lindsey is there to share in all the…
Daniels Roof Solutions ‘Roof Rescue’ Winner revealed
A Gulfport resident will soon have a new roof thanks to our friends at Daniels Roofing Solutions! Everett Ganier Jr. was with Tim Daniels this morning to surprise the…
Organizations taking abandoned ships from derelict to underwater habitats
A new effort is being launched to remove long-abandoned vessels from south Mississippi waters. On average, a boat costs around $30,000 to remove from the water. Usually,…
Gulfport Police searching for man suspected of stealing from widow
Gulfport Police are looking for a man suspected of stealing money from a recently widowed woman. Police are actively searching for 36-year-old James Terry Mitchell III. A warrant has been issued charging him with uttering forgery. Investigators said Mitchell stole…
Point Cadet Marina upgrades unveiled
The City of Biloxi cut the ribbon on upgrades to the Point Cadet Marina on Wednesday. City leaders gathered to unveil the phase 1 dock upgrades to the marina. The more…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Point Cadet Marina to preview the start of the Billfish Classic
Boats took to the water Thursday morning at 11am for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic. It is one of the premier big game fishing tournaments in the U.S. and fishing teams from…
UPDATE: Victim identified in fatal crash on I-10
D'Iberville Police confirm one person died and another hospitalized in a two-vehicle accident on I-10 at Lamey Bridge Road. The accident happened about 11 a.m. in the westbound lane of the interstate near…
TRAFFIC ALERT: CRASH ON I-10 BEFORE US 49 N/ HATTIESBURG EX 34B
MDOT is reporting a crash on I-10 before US 49 N/ Hattiesburg EX 34B. Westbound lanes are affected. Motorists should expect delays.
Dwindling number of D-Day veterans mark anniversary with plea to recall WWII lessons in today’s wars
BY JOHN LEICESTER, SYLVIE CORBET AND DANICA KIRKA Updated 9:55 AM CDT, June 6, 2024 OMAHA BEACH, France (AP) — As young soldiers, they waded ashore in Normandy through gunfire to battle the Nazis. On Thursday, a dwindling number of World War II veterans in a…
Jackson County Animal Shelter over capacity
The Jackson County Animal Shelter in Gautier is asking for your help. They’re in severe need of adoptions because they have run out of space. They are over capacity with…
Summer Fair begins Thursday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum
Crews are making final preparations for the start of the South Mississippi Summer Fair. Gates open at 5 p.m. Thursday evening. Opening day admission is free as…
Chick-Fil-A and Chipotle coming to Ocean Springs
Two new popular food options are coming to the City of Ocean Springs. This is a map of the projected location for a new Chick-Fil-A and Chipotle in Ocean…
New fund in honor of fallen first responders
A fundraiser for the families of local fallen law enforcement officers and first responders is happening in Bay St. Louis. WXXV’s Ethan Krauss is at the fundraiser with…
Funeral services announced for Taco Sombrero owner Lynn Parkhill
New details now on the memorial service for a beloved Gulfport business owner. A celebration of Lynn’s life and legacy is being held this Saturday at the…
Gulfport Little Theatre planning to restore after being ransacked by thieves
In 2020 when the pandemic hit, Gulfport Little Theatre disbanded -- thinking they would all pick back up where they left off in two weeks. As we all know, those…
Long Beach Board of Aldermen make changes to meeting format
Changes are coming to future meetings of the Long Beach Board of Aldermen. The board voted to open a portion of each meeting for public comment.…
Victim identified in fatal pedestrian involved accident in Pascagoula
Pascagoula Police Department reports that first responders are on the scene of a traffic accident at the intersection of Old Mobile Hwy. and Market St. Officials tell News 25 that a pedestrian using a wheelchair was struck and killed by…
Poplarville Safe Room opening due to potential weather
Due to the potential of severe weather this afternoon, the Poplarville Community Saferoom will open at 3:00 PM and remain open until the threat has passed. Pets are not allowed. Please bring anything you may need (food, water, etc.)
Chapel Hart returning to the Coast for free concert
Chapel Hart is headed back to the Coast for a free concert! That concert takes place on June 22nd at PRCC’s football stadium. Gates at the Dobie…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE outside MS Coast Coliseum to preview Summer Fair
The 37th annual South Mississippi Summer Fair is set to begin for another year. It is a family-friendly, jam-packed event! The Summer Fair runs from June 6th through June 16th on the grounds…