Keeping yourself safe during the peak of flu season
For those of you who spent the holidays gathering with family indoors or traveling and are now feeling under the weather, you’re probably not alone. It’s still…
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Coast mayors talk 2026 legislative priorities
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Coast mayors say they’re pushing for funding this year that supports growth, from tourism to storm recovery and long-term infrastructure. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard…
2026 Legislative Session begins Tuesday
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Tuesday is a big day in Jackson as lawmakers from every corner of the state converge at the state capitol for the start of the 2026 Legislative Session.…
Volunteers needed for ‘Homegrown’ book festival
Library systems across South Mississippi are coming together for the annual ‘Homegrown’ event. Ahead of that, volunteers are needed. Sarah Crisley-Ruskey and Kevin Cole join us with how you can…
Women of Wisdom hosting first luncheon of 2026
Women of Wisdom is hosting their first luncheon of the year at the Knight Nonprofit Center. Robin Killeen and Dr. Eileen Whittemore join us with more. The luncheon…
Our Daily Bread food pantry in Wiggins celebrates 20 years
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Our Daily Bread food pantry in Wiggins is celebrating a big milestone this weekend. The food pantry celebrates 20 years of service and is hosting a birthday party on January 10. The pantry was created by Barbara…
Celebrating Country Legend Dolly Parton in Bay St. Louis
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mockingbird Café is hosting their ninth annual ‘Dolly Should’ Festival this weekend. Alicein and Kerry join us now for the details.…
New Urgent Care location opens in Lucedale
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- Lucedale Urgent Care announces they have officially moved to a new location. The clinic on Frontage Road has moved to Redd Lane next to the Walmart.…
Safety tips to remember as students return to school
With schools returning this week, the Jackson County Fire Protection team wants to remind all about safety in the mornings. Drivers are told to use extra caution…
City of Poplarville seeing issues with mail
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Millions of packages were being delivered across the country during the holiday season. In Poplarville, residents say what hasn’t been delivered is a promise,…
Remembering George County Deputy Jeremy Malone
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Sunday was a somber anniversary in George County; it marked the two-year anniversary since the death of Deputy Jeremy Malone. Deputy Malone was killed during a traffic…
City of Gulfport fighting litter issues
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Gulfport is rolling out new “$1,000 No Dumping” signs and asking residents to report violators. It’s part of a renewed push to tackle litter. Makiya…
Ina Thompson Library hosting Aspiration Art Board Workshop
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point will be hosting an aspirational art board workshop on January 6. This program is geared towards anyone…
Ina Thompson Library introducing Homeschool Story Time
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point announces a new event for the year. Homeschool Story Time will take place every first Thursday at 3:30.…
2025 marks historic year for MDOT
JACKSON, MISS. – 2025 marked one of the most significant years in recent memory for the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). In the 2025 session, a sweeping tax reform law passed…
Parts of Highway 90 in Biloxi closed for road work
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, Highway 90 from Veterans Avenue to Brady Drive is expected to have westbound right lane closed next week. Crews will be…
State leaders discuss workforce development
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Mississippi leaders say thousands of skilled workers will be needed in the coming years. Governor Tate Reeves wants the state to take more control over how they’re…
Three Coastal sites added to National Register
The Gulf Coast National Heritage Area is sharing that three Coast sites have been added to the Register of Historic Places for 2025. Two are located in Harrison County…
Update from Cruisin’ the Coast on 2026
Cruisin’ the Coast took to social media to share updates for 2026. Officials say that the 30th anniversary is shaping up to be a bigger year than 2025. Cruisin’…
Honoring law enforcement in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The George County Sheriff’s Office is thanking Tim Hempstead for his care and maintenance of the law enforcement memorial outside of the courthouse. He also takes time…
Goodwill of South Mississippi opening new outlet store in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Goodwill of South Mississippi announces a new outlet bin store will be coming to the Orange Grove community in January 2026. A bin store is unique, selling items by the pound rather than a price tag.…
Hancock County beach set to return to original width
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Along the Hancock County shoreline, years of erosion have chipped away at the community’s first line of defense against storms. Now, a $30…
Southern Turnings spearheads community growth in Wiggins
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- When Southern Turnings opened in Downtown Wiggins, few businesses were operating along Pine Avenue. Nearly a decade later, the shop has expanded and the…
Mississippi Aquarium kicks off the New Year with Ambassador Animal visits each weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. – This New Year, Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating animals that are all about out with the old and in with the new. Mississippi Aquarium guests will be able to get close up to some of the most interesting animals…