Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign returns
South Mississippi will soon begin hearing a familiar sound. The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle campaign returns to Walmart and Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Shoppers can donate cash or give digitally…
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Keesler Federal holds 10th annual First Responders of the Year Awards
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- First responders from the three coastal Mississippi counties were honored for their dedication and bravery at Keesler Federal Credit Union’s 10th…
Rep. Mike Ezell comments on government reopening
Representative Mike Ezell released a statement following the government’s reopening. Ezell says the shutdown came at a steep cost for Mississippi. The state economy lost an estimated $82 million…
Gulf Coast Veterans Association hosting Thanksgiving food drive
The Gulf Coast Veterans Association is hosting a Thanksgiving drive this month. Active duty and veterans can receive a free Thanksgiving kit, turkey included. Those interested need to…
Christmas on the Avenue announces T-Shirt Design Art Contest winner
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Christmas on the Avenue which is coming to Biloxi in a few weeks, had a bunch of students from Biloxi High School compete…
2025 Biloxi Visitors Center shirt design revealed
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Visitors Center revealed their t-shirt design for 2025. These shirts were designed by Brandy Geyer and are available for purchase beginning December 4, the…
Local leaders discuss response plans at annual Disaster Leadership Conference
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Municipal leaders from five southern states are on the Coast this week to talk new strategies when it comes to recovery from natural disasters.…
Man sentenced for possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Florida man will spend nearly 30 years behind bars in the Mississippi prison system after pleading guilty to drug…
Extra Table begins their two-day chicken distribution delivery marathon
With the holidays around the corner, Extra Table is hitting the road, delivering 9,000 whole frozen chickens to food pantries and soup kitchens across Mississippi. The Henny…
Jackson County fire crews battle house fire in Helena
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County fire crews spent much of the morning battling a house fire in the Helena community. Fire officials say they quickly performed…
Preview of events happening at Joppa Shriners
We are joined now by Bobby Roberts to talk about the Joppa Shriners upcoming events happening this month. The monthly steak night takes place this Friday, November 14. You…
Caturday: Caftans and Cocktails benefiting the Humane Society of South Mississippi
Katie King, Haley Broom, and a few kittens from the Humane Society of South Mississippi join us ahead of this weekend’s Caturday fun! The fun…
Taking a look at upcoming events at Jackson George Regional Library system
With it being the middle of the month, we’re taking a look at a few events taking place at Jackson-George Regional Libraries. Angela Stewart…
Suicide Prevention and Suicide Survivor groups available in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-John Miller is helping any Coast resident by offering a suicide awareness and prevention group at the Long Beach Library. Also being offered…
Long Beach High briefly evacuated due to smoke inside the school
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach High School was briefly evacuated on Tuesday due to smoke coming from a culinary class. According to school officials, when the vent was turned on, instead of circulating out of the building, it circulated…
CASA of South Mississippi hosts "Grateful for You" dinner to honor volunteers
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- CASA of South Mississippi hosted a "Grateful for You" dinner at the Golden Nugget on Tuesday evening. The organization, which…
Local girl with rare disease gets wheelchair van after community rallies hundreds of donations
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-We have a heartwarming update about a story we brought you just a few weeks ago! Brighton is a…
Construction work underway on War Memorial in Long Beach
The City of Long Beach is giving a heads up to residents, construction is currently taking place at Harper McCaughan Town Green. That’s happening around the War Memorial area, the memorial was damaged during Hurricane Zeta. City officials say…
Coast Coliseum Executive Director Matt McDonnell to retire after 40 years of service
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The longtime leader of the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center has announced his retirement. Matt McDonnell’s retirement is effective in February 2026. McDonnell has worked at…
Mayor Hugh Keating discusses new development in Downtown Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s one of the most valuable pieces of property on the Coast: the northwest corner of Highways 90 and 49 in Gulfport. The city is…
Jackson County pays tributes to veterans at annual Veterans Day program
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County hosted its annual Veterans Day program Tuesday morning. The event is usually held at Veterans Memorial Park, but…
Grandmother charged in death of five-year-old boy in Slidell
SLIDELL, La. (WXXV)- A five-year-old boy in Slidell was killed after being hit by a car in his driveway Tuesday morning. Now, the boy’s grandmother is charged in his death. Slidell police say the boy was waiting for the school…
November is Early Childhood Mental Health Awareness Month
November marks Early Childhood Mental Health Awareness Month. Shaniavier Clarke is part of Coastal Family Health Center and joins us to talk about the importance of nurturing emotional…
Ocean Springs Municipal Library celebrating 100 years
The Ocean Springs Municipal Library is celebrating 100 years of service to the community. Yvonne Parton and Kacie Marvin are part of the Friends of the Ocean Springs Library…