Winter weather preps in Jackson County
Jackson County officials are making their final preparations ahead of extremely cold temperatures tonight. News 25’s Grant Chighizola is in Pascagoula with more on the status of roadways in the city.
Local News
Krewe of Wonder Women gave out King Cakes over the weekend
Mardi Gras parades might be canceled this year, but that didn’t stop the Krewe of Wonder Women from showcasing their Mardi Gras spirit. The Krewe of Wonder Women passed out King Cakes from local bakeries. The organization…
Christian Collegiate Academy closed Tuesday, February 16th
Christian Collegiate Academy in Gulfport is closed Tuesday, February 16th due to inclement weather.
Arbor Day tree distribution at the Ocean Springs Civic Center
Cars lined up at the Ocean Springs Civic Center to receive their trees in celebration of Arbor Day. Although the weather was cold, the convenient drive-thru Arbor Day tree distribution kept participants warm and safe from COVID-19.…
Members of the Air Force return home over the weekend
Members of the Air Force’s 403rd Wing returned home to their loved ones on Saturday, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Family and friends endured the cold weather and vicious winds anxiously awaiting on the tarmac at…
Naval Construction Battalion Center to have delayed start February 16th, 2021
NCBC Gulfport will have a delayed start of 10:00 on February 16th, 2021 due to extreme weather conditions. According to their Facebook pace, due to anticipated weather, please note the following for Tuesday, Feb. 16, 2021: -Child and Youth Programs…
Harrison County Board of Supervisors approve delayed start Tuesday
The Harrison County Board Of Supervisors has approved a delayed start of 11 a.m. for Tuesday. This means that all Harrison County buildings, offices and courthouses will be delayed until 11 a.m. because of the threat of ice and winter weather. Courts…
Cold weather shelters open in Harrison County
There will be two cold weather shelters in Harrison County tonight. Salvation Army—2019 22nd St. Gulfport, MS 39501; opens at 6 PM Loaves and Fishes—610 Water St. Biloxi, MS 39530; opens at 5 PM
Winter storm coverage
As the cold weather starts to push into the area, temperatures are dropping quickly and there is a concern about ice forming in South Mississippi. Meteorologist Brantly Keiek has more.
14th Street Bridge in Pascagoula to close Monday night
Due to anticipated freezing temperatures and the possibility of ice forming on bridges, the 14th Street overpass will be closed Monday night. The Pascagoula High Rise Bridge will remain open, but will be salted. Pascagoula police are strongly encouraging everyone…
2/15 - Rob Knight's "HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS" Near Term Forecast
Sleet and rain moving across the area will come to an end by mid-afternoon, then it gets REALLY DANGEROUS...
Half of Gulport-Biloxi International Airport flights delayed or canceled as winter storm snarls travel
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — As a major winter storm rolls across the country, travel has been slowed significantly. Early Monday morning, at least four flights arriving at or departing from the Gulfport-Biloxi International Airport were canceled. Two more flights were…
Mississippi Power prepared for possible winter weather impacts across state
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – Mississippi Power announced that its bill payment offices in Meridian and Hattiesburg will be closed Monday as the company prepares for possible impacts from the winter storm moving into the area Sunday night. The company’s line…
Offices of the Hattiesburg and Tradition campuses of William Carey closed tonight
Due to impending hazardous weather the William Carey University Hattiesburg campus will be closed on Monday, February 15. Professional schools will set their own schedules. In light of the strong possibility of ice on roadways and the freezing temperatures tonight,…
Ocean Springs Carnival Association holds Mardi Hop
Also happening in Ocean Springs tonight was the Mardi Hop put on by the Ocean Springs Carnival Association, along with several downtown businesses. After Blackwater Brass band led a small second line down Government Street, Mardi Hop…
Annual Mardi Gras Golf Cart Night Ride
With COVID-19 causing many events to be canceled this Mardi Gras season, it may not feel like the last weekend of Mardi Gras is already here. A couple of celebrations are still happening on the Coast though.…
Delisle Elementary students create Mardi Gras floats
Delisle Elementary School certainly ‘let the good times roll’ to celebrate the Mardi Gras season. The students usually host a school parade but because of COVID restrictions it was canceled so they came up with something new…
Central Elementary hosts International Festival
Although travel is restricted due to COVID-19, that did not stop students at Central Elementary in Gulfport from getting a chance to travel to different countries today. Mexico, China, and Canada are just a few places students…
Local 12-year old Jaylen Finley’s selfless birthday wish
It’s Jaylen Finley’s 12th birthday, his one and only birthday wish was to feed the homeless. News 25’s Sabria Reid takes us to Back Bay Mission in Biloxi where Jaylen and his family fed those in need.…
Crisis Intervention Team Training graduation ceremony
Officers with several South Mississippi law enforcement agencies are now specially trained to deal with mental health cases, drug use, and other crisis situations they encounter while on the job. Patrol Sgt. Thomas ‘Trey’ Reynolds said, "I'm…
Arbor Day tree distribution at the Lyman Community Center
Cars lined up all the way out to Highway 49 at the Lyman Community Center early this morning to get their oak trees for Arbor Day. Although the weather today was rainy and cold, the convenient drive-thru…
IRS now accepting tax returns
Not only is it the season of love with Valentine’s Day just around the corner, but as of today, it’s officially the season of tax filing. That’s right, February 12th marks the first day the IRS begins accepting and processing…
Gulfport man charged with felony eluding and possession of stolen firearm
On February 12, 2021 at approximately 10:35 AM, Biloxi Police attempted a traffic stop on a silver Cadillac for a traffic violation in the area of Popps Ferry Road and Pass Road. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop…
Coast Transit Authority to offer free casino hopper rides every Saturday in April
You can hop on the casino hopper any Saturday in April and get a free ride to Coast casinos in Harrison County. The Coast Transit Authority has announced this new incentive starting in the month of April.…