News Team
Megan Fayard
Megan was born and raised on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and received her Bachelor of Arts in Journalism at the University of Mississippi in 2022 (Hotty Toddy!) While in College, she worked for the student-led newspaper The Daily Mississippian as…
Chloe Carter
Chloe Carter is a native of Gluckstadt, Mississippi where she lived for twenty years and proudly served as the first ever and 2024 Miss City of Gluckstadt after it became a city three years ago. She graduated from Mississippi State…
Spencer Pullen
Spencer Reid Pullen is an MMJ at WXXV News 25, where he brings compelling stories to life with passion and precision. A graduate of the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communications at Arizona State University, Spencer's journalism journey has…
Dave Elliott
Dave Elliott has made a significant impact on Mississippi journalism over more than 40 years in the industry. The Minnesota native moved to Mississippi in 1980 to work at WZZQ FM radio and became the host of PM Magazine at…
Elizabeth Keen
Elizabeth Keen is a native of Vicksburg, Mississippi. She graduated from Mississippi State University in May 2024 with a Bachelor's degree in communication and a concentration in broadcast and digital journalism. During her time in Starkville, Elizabeth enjoyed writing for Mississippi State Athletic Communications…
Everett "EJ" Ganier Jr.
Everett "EJ" Ganier Jr. was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and after Hurricane Katrina he grew up on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. He is a graduate of Hancock High School and a Alumni of Belhaven University with a Bachelor's degree…
School schedule changes due to weather
In anticipation of severe weather potential, schools around South Mississippi have announced scheduled changes. The Picayune, Pearl River Central, Poplarville, and Heritage Christian Academy Schools will be closed on April 10th, 2024 due to inclement weather. George County School District…
Four arrested in connection with shooting in Gulf Park Estates
Four men are jailed in Jackson County and charged in the January 27th shooting at a party at a home in Gulf Park Estates in Ocean Springs. Sheriff John Ledbetter says all of the suspects are charged with hindering prosecution.…
Locals say how they would spend the Powerball jackpot
Powerball's estimated jackpot is quickly nearing one billion and the lottery hysteria is setting in. People will begin to flock to the nearest convenience store…
Comedian Tom Smothers, one-half of the Smothers Brothers, dies at 86
Tom Smothers, half of the Smothers Brothers and the co-host of one of the most socially conscious and groundbreaking television shows in the history of the medium, has died at 86. The National Comedy Center, on behalf of his family, said…
West Harrison Cheer heading to national championships in 2024
Over the past few years, West Harrison Cheer has become a dominant program in the state of Mississippi - racking up numerous accolades with a most-recent state championship. West Harrison Cheer won its…
Convicted of five counts of exploitation of a child
On October 20, 2023, forty-five year-old Raymond Scott Tracy of Ocean Springs, Mississippi was convicted of five counts of exploitation of a child in the Circuit Court of Jackson County. Tracy was sentenced to 40 years with 18 years to…
10/13 - Trey's "Continued Clearing" Friday The 13th Evening Forecast
The weather pattern across the Gulf Coast shifted multiple times throughout the past week. Most notably, heavy rain and strong winds were the focus of the…
Prison company returns to money state following auditor’s investigation
State Auditor Shad White’s office has announced the recovery of just over $5 million from a private prison company. The management and training corporation has sent that…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club hosts Paws under the Oak
Paws were out and about under the oak Saturday as the Mississippi Gulf Coast Kennel Club hosted its responsible dog owner day. The Paws under the…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Southaven
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is on the scene of an officer-involved shooting involving the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. The shooting happened about 6:40 a.m. Wednesday morning at a residence on Clark Avenue in Southaven. Deputies with the SWAT Team…
Waste Pro is looking to add to their workforce
Waste Pro in Gulfport held a hiring event on Saturday, looking to add more employees to their workforce. During the event, Waste Pro was hiring for all…
Get ready for Annual Art Walk in downtown Ocean Springs
(Ocean Springs, MS) - On Saturday, September 2nd from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., organizers will host the 32nd Annual Labor Day Art Walk in downtown Ocean Springs. A mixture of potters, painters, sculptors, mixed media artists, and more are…
Local business leaders gather for Gulf Coast Business Council Meeting
There was a full room of business leaders inside the Knight Nonprofit Center for the Gulf Coast Business Council meeting. Guest Speaker Dr. Christopher Smith provided…
City of D’Iberville legalizes golf carts
The City of D’Iberville has legalized the use of approved golf carts. City Ordinance number 177 allows for low-speed golf carts to be driven on selected streets in D’Iberville. Some…
New medical cannabis practice in Gulfport
A new medical cannabis practice is open in Gulfport and ready to welcome patients. Kaya Life has successfully provided medical cannabis services for more than six years, starting in Florida…
Pink Heart Funds holding Disco Fever fundraising event
It’s time to get your disco shoes out and get ready to boogie. Pink Heart Funds is raising money to fight against cancer through their signature gala event,…