WXXV’s Elizabeth Keen is live at the Moss Point Back to School Rally
The start of school is fast approaching and many South Mississippi school districts are preparing for another successful year. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth…
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D'Iberville first responders bond with children during "Heroes United" camp
The City of D'Iberville is hosting a first responders' camp this week. Over 100 campers are here at Ocean Adventures Marine Park on a field trip with firefighters…
Mississippi Power adds new person to board of directors
A new person was elected to the Mississippi Power board of directors. David Hall is the president and CEO of Hall Timberlands in Meridian. Hall has been…
City of Hattiesburg releases their Summer Olympics schedule
The City of Hattiesburg released their Olympic schedule earlier. The Hattiesburg Summer Games are set to kick off on July 27th in the Hub City's downtown. All events start…
Third annual Back to School Bash being hosted on Saturday
Krewe Unique and the Mark Semour VFW is hosting their third annual Back to School Bash this weekend. The community can come out to VFW Post 5699 from 11…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Good Deeds Community Center for the North Gulfport Civic Club Community Breakfast
The North Gulfport Civic Club hosted its 23rd Annual Community Breakfast Thursday morning. This is a local event organized to bring community members together. The event included breakfast, socializing, and…
Mississippi Department of Mental Health launching mental health app
The Mississippi Department of Mental Health has launched a mental health mobile app. This new app provides quick access to mental health resources and support. Users can…
Highway 49 and 53 expansion project update
The Highway 49 and 53 expansion project will widen the road from four lanes to six lanes between School Road and O’Neal Road. The project will feature the state’s…
Mississippi Power offers energy saving tips
Mississippi Power is giving some energy saving tips to help customers cut down on costs during the summer months. The energy company is promoting its energy saving tool kit to…
TRAFFIC ALERT: 18 wheeler catches fire on EXIT 34 B off ramp
Drivers are cautioned to avoid the Exit 34B off ramp due to an 18-wheeler that caught on fire. According to Fire Chief Billy Kelley, it is believed a tire popped and sparked up and caused the vehicle to catch fire.…
Bay St. Louis police discuss mental health crisis response
On Tuesday evening, Bay St. Louis law enforcement officials and neighboring agencies were faced with a heartbreaking task: responding to a call of a woman experiencing a mental health…
The Magnolia Way Salon gives free back-to-school haircuts to students
The Magnolia Way Salon is back for a second year of providing free back-to-school haircuts. Everyone knows that feeling of having a fresh…
F.A.N.S Summer Camp attendees visit Gulfport Fire Department
One summer camp brought the kids out to the Gulfport Fire Department. The F.A.N.S Summer Camp took a field trip, allowing kids to have a firefighter filled day.…
Community celebrates National Hot Dog Day in the Bay
The community came out in Bay St. Louis today as the police and fire departments teamed up to host Hot Dog Day in the Bay. Kids came…
Hattiesburg hosting Olympics fun on July 27th
One city is bringing the Olympics closer to home! Hattiesburg is hosting a hobby horse obstacle race on July 27th. That ceremony starts at 10 AM and the medal…
Crusaders for Veterans hosting Honoring our Home Front family dinner benefit
The Diamondhead Country Club is going back in time, transforming the venue into a 1940s club! Crusaders for Veterans is hosting a dinner benefit on…
Shots fired from road rage incident closes I-10 eastbound
An incident on I-10 in Jackson County leaves the eastbound lanes blocked. The incident happened near Mile Marker 53. Mississippi Highway Patrol Spokesman Landon Orozco confirms there was a shooting involved, stemming from a road rage incident. The interstate was…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash on I-10 before Hwy 57/ Gautier EX
MDOT is reporting a crash on I-10 before MS 57/ Vancleave/ Gautier EX 57 in Jackson County. This crash has all eastbound lanes blocked. https://twitter.com/MississippiDOT/status/1813682904037564909
Chris Hupe named Deputy Fire Chief for Ocean Springs Fire Department
Ocean Springs, MS – The Ocean Springs Fire Department announces the appointment of Chris Hupe as the new Deputy Fire Chief. Hupe has 15 years in fire service and brings extensive experience with a deep commitment to public safety to…
Jackson County to serve 25 years for burglary, assault
A Jackson County man will serve 25 years in prison after his conviction on a charge of burglary with intent to assault. District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath said 25-year-old Tommy Tien Vu was convicted Tuesday evening after a jury deliberated…
Goodwill of South Mississippi announces new president and CEO
Goodwill Industries of South Mississippi, Inc., announced that Vicki Burton has been named President and Chief Executive Officer. Burton brings 30 years of leadership to the program, beginning with the Mississippi Department of Rehabilitation services. She retired as deputy director…
WXXV Morning Report Everett Ganier Jr. is in Bay St. Louis for National Hot Dog Day
It’s not only National Hot Dog Day, but it’s also National Hot Dog Day in the Bay! Today is a…
Pet supply drive to benefit Tired Dog Rescue
One medical facility is giving back to animals in the community. Coastal and Pass Christian Health and Rehab is hosting a pet supply drive. The supply drive supports…
Two coastal students nominated to United States Service Academies
Senator Roger Wicker is congratulating Mississippians being nominated to a United States Service Academy class this fall. Two students on the coast were selected for the honor, becoming part of the Class of 2028 for their respective institutions. The first…