Thai Temple in Gautier
WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren took some time on Sunday to dive deeper into one most unique cultures with a presence here in South Mississippi and he's also shining a light on a special…
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Mississippi Sneaker Culture Convention at MGCCC
Sneaker heads united at MGCCC's Harrison County Campus Sunday for the first Mississippi Sneaker Culture Convention. WXVV News 25's Lucas Warren has this story.
MDOT releases 2024-2026 Mississippi State Highway Map
JACKSON, MISS. – Are you an old soul with a penchant for a classic road trip and a paper map in hand? The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) has you covered with the new 2024-2026 Official Mississippi State Highway Map. This new…
2024 Blue Moon Art Project Winner Announced
(Ocean Springs) -Gulfport, Mississippi artist, Adam Plitt is this year’s winner of the Blue Moon Art Project associated with the 46th Annual Peter Anderson Arts & Crafts Festival presented by Blue Moon held on November 2 & 3, 2024. The…
84% of Mississippi 3rd graders pass reading assessment for 2023-24 school year
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education (MDE) today announced 84% of third graders passed the third-grade reading assessment after the final retest for 2023-24. Though the pass rate is slightly lower than 2022-23 (84.9%), third graders achieved an…
MGCCC hosts 4th Annual Career Coaches & High School Partners Tour, highlighting pathways to student success
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College welcomed 50 administrators, counselors, and career coaches from Mississippi and Alabama to the 4th Annual MGCCC Career Coaches & High School Partners Tour on November 1, 2024. This annual tour, launched in 2021, immerses high school partners…
Mississippi high school juniors’ spring 2024 ACT results released
JACKSON, Miss. – The Mississippi Department of Education has released ACT results of all public high school juniors who took the test during the spring 2024 statewide administration. Mississippi is one of 16 states that administers the ACT for free…
Thanksgiving Feed the Needy accepting orders
The Biloxi Police Department, along with Harrison County public safety agencies and donors, are working together to once again host "Feed the Needy," a program to deliver Thanksgiving Day meals to the homes of those who might otherwise not have…
Historical figures come back to life for Live Oak Cemetery Tours
On Friday, Pass Christian took a step back into the past as it hosted the Live Oak Cemetery Tours, giving attendees a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped Pass…
St. Pe, Schloegel to face off in runoff for State Court of Appeals District 5 seat on November 26th
An update on the state of the race for Court of Appeals District 5, Position 2. This race is heading to a November 26th runoff and it appears that Amy St. Pe will face Judge Jennifer Schloegel for a seat…
Ron Meyers Christmas City Gift Show kicks off at Coast Convention Center
It’s November 8th and it is not too early to be thinking about Christmas! The Ron Meyers Christmas City Gift Show kicked off at…
Community comes together for Coffee with First Responders in Gulfport
The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce hosted Coffee with First Responders this morning. The event is designed to connect community members with local police officers, firefighters, and…
Armed Forces Retirement Home holds Veterans Day Ceremony and Open House
The Armed Forces Retirement Home hosted a Veterans Day Ceremony and Open House earlier today. This event, honoring all who served, featured helicopter landings, vehicles…
Harrison County School District holds annual Field Day for Special Education Students
The Harrison County School District hosted their third annual Field Day for Special Education Students. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter brings us to Warrior…
WXXV News 25 and Magic 93.7 team up to flip the switch on Christmas music
The flip has been switched on Christmas music for the Gulf Coast! Members of the WXXV News 25 team joined 93.7…
Bay St. Louis Appoints Interim Police Chief Alvin Kingston Following Chief Toby Schwartz's Resignation
Bay St. Louis, Mississippi – On November 6, 2024, Mayor Mike Favre accepted the resignation of Police Chief Toby Schwartz, who stepped down from his position due to personal reasons. Chief Schwartz, has served Bay St. Louis since August 2022,…
Santa Claus makes his way to Edgewater Mall
Santa Claus making his way to Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The Big Man of Christmas makes his way to the mall November 9th at 11 AM. He will be located in front of Dillard's. Be sure to bring your list,…
Biloxi Chamber of Commerce opens applications for Junior Leadership Program
The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce is looking for 9th graders interested in their Junior Leadership Program. The program is open for all 9th graders living in Biloxi or attending a Biloxi school. The deadline to apply is coming up, the…
Delta State University awarded $1m grant for new flight simulator
Delta State University is being awarded a $1 million grant for a new flight simulator... The grant is going to the school's Commercial Aviation Department, paving the way for…
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church hosting Thanksgiving meal giveaway in Ocean Springs
The Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Ocean Springs providing a community-wide Thanksgiving meal giveaway on Saturday. The drive-thru starts at 11:30 AM and lasts until 1:30 PM. On the menu includes turkey, ham, cornbread, dessert, a drink, and cranberry sauce.…
Memorial Health System Agrees to Acquire Merit Health Biloxi
GULFPORT, Mississippi – November 8, 2024 – On November 8, 2024, Memorial Health System entered into an agreement with a subsidiary of Community Health Systems, Inc. to acquire full ownership of Merit Health Biloxi. The transaction is expected to be completed in…
WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. stops by Coffee with First Responders event
The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce's 'Coffee with First Responders' event took place this morning. This event is designed to connect community members with local first…
Stone County asks public's help to find burglary suspect
Stone County Sheriff's Department is asking the public's help to identify a suspect in an early morning burglary. The department posted on social media that a convenience store had a break-in early Friday morning. Security cameras captured an image of…
Salvation Army red kettles returning outside local stores for the holiday season
Beginning on November 16, the Salvation Army bells will ring outside Rouses and other select grocery stores stores across the coast, with a full launch planned for Walmart and other…