Katrina Memorial Blood Drives kick off this week across South Mississippi
A reminder that the Katrina Memorial Blood Drive starts this week. This is the 21st year of the American Red Cross effort, as we remember…
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Amtrak representatives to celebrate one year anniversary of Mardi Gras service
Tuesday marks the one-year anniversary of Amtrak’s Mardi Gras service, which brought passenger rail back to South Mississippi for the first time since Hurricane Katrina.…
Budget talks continue in City of Biloxi ahead of next fiscal year
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is in the middle of budget talks. The next fiscal year begins October 1. The budget must…
Deadline extended for online registration for Cruisin’ the Coast
Cruisin’ the Coast has made the major decision to extend the 2026 early bird vehicle online registration. Due to continuous issues regarding online registration, the deadline has…
Mississippi Gulf Coast reflects on Hurricane Camille 57 years after landfall
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Hurricane Camille left a lasting mark on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Fifty-seven years later, the community still continues to honor those who…
Gulfport Police investigating shots fired near Three Rivers Road
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - The Gulfport Police Department responded Monday afternoon to the area of Cal Lane and Three Rivers Road where multiple shots were fired at a home. According to officials, officers were advised a dark colored sedan was…
Woman charged in connection with human trafficking investigation in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -The Gulfport Police Department arrested a suspect in connection with a human trafficking and kidnapping investigation involving a juvenile victim. According to police, 38-year-old Krystal Leann Householder of Gulfport was arrested on Aug. 15 and charged with…
Long time Ocean Springs civic leader Melanie Allen passes away
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs city and community leaders are mourning the loss of a beloved civic advocate. Melanie Allen died over the weekend. Allen…
HSSM hosts ‘Paw Patrol’ themed pet adoption event at Premiere Lux Cinema in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, the Humane Society of South Mississippi hosted its fourth movie-themed pet adoption event at the Premiere…
Good Bros Seafood hosts third annual clothing and shoe giveaway
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, Good Bros Seafood held its third annual clothing and shoe giveaway, providing free items for local families in need.…
Man wanted following alleged vehicle theft in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A 34-year-old Gulfport man is wanted for allegedly stealing a vehicle in George County Friday. According to the George County Sheriff’s Office, deputies…
NAACP joins family legal team in Nolan Wells death investigation
The NAACP is joining the legal team seeking answers in the death of Nolan Wells. The organization’s office of general counsel says it will work alongside…
Bayou Cumbest woods fire under control, smoke expected to linger Monday
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A woods fire that flared up Sunday afternoon and led to the evacuation of a number of people in the Bayou…
Family of Nolan Wells wants phone examined this week
The legal team for Nolan Wells family say they are ready to turn over his phone for a joint forensic examination. In a letter sent to Jackson County District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath Monday morning, the team asked her office…
MDMR offering free 2026 Basic Seafood HACCP Workshop
BILOXI, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources (MDMR) is offering a free Basic Seafood Hazard Analysis & Critical Control Points (HACCP) Workshop for Mississippi seafood industry members, and anyone interested in learning how to produce and handle safe…
Lane closures scheduled for parts of Pass Road in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is announcing a lane closure for parts of Pass Road. The area impacted is between 30th and 33rd Avenue…
Katrina Memorial Blood Drive returns for 21st Year
The Katrina Memorial Blood Drive kicks off this week. This marks the 21st year of the American Red Cross effort as we remember those who lost their lives in…
Work continues on the Long Beach Gateway project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Finishing touches are underway at the Long Beach Gateway. One of the newest features are swings located near the tower with the Long Beach…
Peter Anderson Festival Jury application status notices going out
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber is giving an update on the festival jury. Application status notifications have begun going out. The chamber says the…
FEMA Disaster Service Centers to open in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County residents and businesses impacted by the remnants of Tropical Storm Arthur can now apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA assistance is available to eligible homeowners and residents with public assistance also available to eligible…
Gautier Mullet Festival Art Contest officially open
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Mullet Festival Art Contest is officially open. This year’s theme is celebrating nature’s playground. The deadline for entry is Tuesday, September 1 with the…
Mississippi agriculture leaders to meet with USDA officials
Mississippi agriculture leaders are heading to Washington to discuss challenges facing farmers and producers. Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson will lead a delegation of Mississippi farmers, ranchers, and industry…
City of Long Beach welcomes new game shop
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is welcoming a new game shop. LJ’s Game and Shop is located on Commission Road. LJ’s is a local…
Ocean Springs chamber scheduled to unveil Peter Anderson shirt
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce will be unveiling the upcoming Peter Anderson Festival shirt. The unveiling takes place August 18 at Marcello’s…