Scarlet Pearl celebrates Lunar New Year with Lion Dance
The Scarlet Pearl Casino rang in the Lunar New Year on Saturday night with a Lion Dance in the resort lobby. The Lion Dance is performed at…
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City of Gulfport hosted third annual Gumbo Fest
The City of Gulfport kicked off its highly anticipated Gumbo Fest on Saturday. Chefs from across South Mississippi gathered at Centennial Plaza as they competed in the Stir…
Two restaurateurs up for 2025 James Beard Awards
Two restaurateurs have been named semifinalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. The semi-finalists were announced last week and the next round will come out April 2. Winners will be announced at the James Beard Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony…
Southern Miss, Nicholls set to meet in Biloxi for Hancock Whitney Classic
BILOXI, MS – The Biloxi Shuckers have announced that the Southern Miss Golden Eagles will return to Biloxi for a second consecutive season, taking on the Nicholls Colonels on Tuesday, March 25 at 6:05 p.m. as part of the Hancock Whitney Classic. Gates…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Winston County
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Winston County Sheriff’s Office that occurred on Sunday. A Winston County deputy tried to initiate a traffic stop. The driver fled and led the deputy on a brief…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Section of N. Carr Road in Harrison County closed for improvements
Starting January 27th, 2025, a section of N. Carr Bridge Road between Blackwell Farm Rd and Bethel Rd will be closed for improvements. Motorists should use Blackwell Farm Rd, Success Rd, Bethel Rd, and Hwy 15 during this time. The…
Registration open for Gulf Coast Honor Band
Registration is now open for Gulf Coast Honor Band! Young musicians grades 7 - 12 are invited to register for the 2025 Gulf Coast Honor Band clinic to be held at MGCCC's Perkinston Campus Jan. 31 & Feb. 2. This…
Last 4 escaped monkeys are captured in South Carolina after months on the loose
YEMASSEE, S.C. (AP) — Authorities in South Carolina said Friday the last four of 43 escaped monkeys have been recaptured after two months living in the woods, weathering a rare snowstorm and being temped back into captivity by peanut butter and jelly…
Ocean Springs Visitors Center set to kick off Mardi Gras with its Annual King Cake Contest
(Ocean Springs, MS) - The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce-Main Street Tourism Bureau is working with the community to showcases what its local businesses have to offer by hosting its annual king cake voting contest at the Ocean Springs Visitors…
Residents React to New Development Coming to Jackson County
Bass Pro Shop recently announced a new location coming to Jackson County on Mallet Road. With more businesses likely to follow WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren spoke…
Candidate Conversations: Pass Christian Alderman Victor Pickich
Pass Christian Ward 4 Alderman Victor Pickich joined WXXV's Grant Chighizola in studio to talk about his decision to run for Alderman at-large in this election cycle.
Did county plans work for the snowy weather?
The snow storm is now behind us here in South Mississippi. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. spoke with county officials about the storm plans and what…
Mayor Billy Hewes discusses tree ordinance in Gulfport
Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is in studio to talk about the new tree ordinance to protect the urban canopy in the city. The new ordinance establishes rules for…
Buc-ee’s in Harrison County hiring for multiple positions
Are you looking for a job on the Coast? Positions are opening up for the new Buc-ee’s location in Harrison County. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss gives us…
Krewe of Waggus hosting inaugural pet pawrade
The Krewe of Waggus out of Pass Christian is hosting their inaugural pet pawrade! The parade begins at 1:30 on January 25th at the Davis Avenue Pavilion. The route goes south to Scenic Drive then west to Bacchus on the…
Events across the Coast rescheduled due to winter weather
Events across the Coast are announcing their new adjusted schedules after the snow and winter weather cancelled them this week. The Biloxi Bay Area Chamber Business Expo has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb 13th. at 4-8 PM at the Biloxi…
People are hawking TikTok-loaded phones for thousands on eBay, Facebook
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Updated 2:34 PM CST, January 24, 2025 People are listing phones preloaded with TikTok for tens of thousands of dollars on eBay, Facebook marketplace and other online storefronts — though it is not clear if there are…
State Attorney General completes review of four officer-involved shooting incidents
On Friday, the Office of the Attorney General announced it has completed the review of four incidents involving officer-involved shootings -- including the January 2024 incident in which George County deputy Jeremy Malone was killed in the line of duty.…
Pascagoula remains under city-wide boil water notice
The City of Pascagoula continues to prioritize addressing issues caused by this week’s record-breaking, freezing temperatures. Public Works quickly identified and repaired a handful of leaks in city infrastructure. The majority of leaks, however, occurred in private businesses and households.…
City of Ocean Springs warns residents of Planning Department scam
The City of Ocean Springs has been notified of a scam alert targeting applicants through the Planning Department. This fake invoice is being sent from a fraudulent email requesting applicants to transfer large sums of money. Please be aware that…
Daddy Daughter Dance happening at Lynn Meadows Discovery
The 4th annual Daddy Daughter Valentine Dance takes place on Saturday. This dance welcomes dads, grandpas, uncles, and all caregivers and features tasty refreshments, crafts, pictures, and so…
Mississippi House passes pharmacy benefit manager transparency bill
By GWEN DILWORTH/Mississippi Today Updated 10:30 AM CST, January 24, 2025 A bill that aims to increase pharmacy benefit managers’ transparency by requiring them to report data to the agency that oversees pharmacy practice in Mississippi passed in the House of Representatives…
President Trump proposes ‘getting rid of FEMA’ while visiting North Carolina
By WILL WEISSERT and CHRIS MEGERIAN Updated 10:58 AM CST, January 24, 2025 FLETCHER, N.C. (AP) — President Donald Trump said he was considering “getting rid of FEMA” as he visited hurricane-battered North Carolina on Friday during the first trip of his second term. The comment, made…
President Trump orders release of JFK, RFK and MLK assassination records
DALLAS (AP) — President Donald Trump has ordered the release of thousands of classified governmental documents about the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy, which has fueled conspiracy theories for decades. The executive order Trump signed Thursday also aims to declassify the remaining federal records relating…