Local fire officials share safety tips for staying warm during cold weather
Cold weather continues to grip the Mississippi Gulf Coast this week. As families crank up heaters and light fireplaces to stay warm, fire officials…
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No issues with local road conditions
All good so far today on our South Mississippi roads. Windy conditions overnight dried up much of the water on the roads from Sunday’s rain, allowing for easier travel across…
Highlighting Maternal Health and Postpartum Depression
January 23 is Maternal Health Awareness Day and in Mississippi, the rate of self-reported postpartum depressive symptoms is significantly higher than the national average. WXXV’s Aubrey Spears spoke…
Mississippi shivers under ice as long recovery looms
By JEFF AMY and SOPHIE BATES JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Residents in a iced-over swath of Mississippi began to confront the ugly truth Monday as they shivered in ever-colder and darkened houses: Recovery from the state’s worst ice storm in more than 30…
Humane Society of South Mississippi opens cold weather pet shelter
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Keeping our animals safe is especially critical during this cold snap and this week the Humane Society of South Mississippi is doing its…
Two dead from weather related impacts in Mississippi
Governor Reeves released more details on the aftermath this winter storm has had on the northern part of the state. Two people have died from weather related caused, one in Hinds County and one in Tishomingo County. Forty-seven counties have…
Cold weather shelter openings for January 26, 2026
In terms of cold weather shelters across our region, we do know some will be open again today. The Hancock County Shelter in the Kiln will open back…
Mississippi Aquarium opening at noon
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is opening a few hours later than normal due to the weather. The facility will now open at noon today. In terms of caring for the animals in this weather, aquarium officials say all…
Nineteen-year-old killed in accident in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A 19-year-old George County girl died in a two-vehicle wreck on Friday on Highway 63. Mississippi Highway Patrol tells News 25 Haylee Churchwell was driving…
Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street announce St. Patrick’s Day celebrations
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- A new addition is coming to the St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Ocean Springs. The Ocean Springs Chamber Main Street announces that they have added the Hibernia Irish Society St. Patrick’s Day parade to their annual…
Beau Rivage celebrating Lunar New Year
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Beau Rivage Resort and Casino is celebrating the Lunar New Year with multiple events. To celebrate the Year of the Horse, a traditional lion dance will take place on February 1 prior to the New Year…
LIST: School closures and schedule changes in South Mississippi
Several school districts and schools in South Mississippi have decided to cancel or delay classes Monday due to dangerously cold temperatures moving into our area. Below is a list of school districts making changes: George County School District: Closed Monday…
Biloxi Shuckers announce date for annual job fair
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Shuckers have announced the return of their annual job fair. The job fair will take place February 3 from 4:30 to 6:30 at Keesler Federal Park. Applicants will be interviewed for various gameday positions. Available…
Groundbreaking on new Renasant Bank in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce shared details of a groundbreaking for a new banking location. A new Renasant Bank location will be opening in the…
Reminders about off-road vehicles on public streets in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Moss Point Police Department say it has noticed an increase in people driving off terrain bikes like dirt bikes and ATVs on public streets within the city limits. Moss Point police say the activity is…
One woman shares her story of human trafficking in Mississippi
A Mississippi woman is sharing more about the moment her life changed and how she became a victim of human trafficking. Her story is an example…
Memorial Health System launches new nursing residency
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System is launching a new nurse residency program, aimed at helping new nursing graduates transition into professional practice. The inaugural class has already been…
Cold weather shelters opening across South Mississippi
Due to cold weather approaching, some South Mississippi counties are opening shelters across the Coast. In Harrison County, the usual warming shelter locations will open at the Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Building in D’Iberville at 4:30 Sunday afternoon and the Salvation…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department warns of new scam
A new scam alert going around is involving another South Mississippi law enforcement agency, this time in Pearl River County. The sheriff’s department says they’ve recently received…
Coast projects selected for grant money from Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust
A few South Mississippi institutions will receive grant money from the Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund. A list of those projects and the money allocated…
Picayune Theatre Company presents “Legally Blonde: The Musical” at iMPAC
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune Theatre Company is bringing ‘Legally Blonde: The Musical’ to the Coast. The production will take place at the iMPAC Center in Gulfport from March 27 through the 29. Gulf Coast native and USM Alum Katelyn Perry…
Buddy Ball offers community for all
A nonprofit on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is providing equal opportunities to individuals with special needs at no cost. It started in 2010 with 20 participants, but has blossomed into…
HSSM opening cold weather pet shelter
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- In anticipation of cold weather in the area, the Humane Society of South Mississippi is opening a cold weather pet shelter. The shelter will open at 10 a.m. on Sunday, January 25th and be open until February…
Carnival Association of Long Beach hosting draw down event
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Carnival Association of Long Beach is hosting their $5,000 drawdown tonight. The fun takes place Saturday, January 24 at 6 p.m. at…