Weekend traffic plan for Cruisin’ the Coast
Expect traffic congestion to increase across South Mississippi’s main thoroughfares as the Cruisin’ the Coast weekend ramps up. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has more on how one…
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TRAFFIC ALERT: Fort Bayou Bridge reopens after drawbridge malfunction
The Fort Bayou Bridge has reopened to traffic. Earlier in the day, the Fort Bayou bridge was inoperable for several hours, according to the Mississippi Department of Transportation. The drawbridge was experiencing an electrical malfunction.
Moss Point man to serve 18 years after domestic violence conviction
A Moss Point man will 18 years in prison after being convicted of aggravated domenstic violence. Judge Kathy King Jackson sentenced 34-year-old Shamon Perryman this week to 20 years with 18 to serve and two years of probation. Perryman was…
51st anniversary of Pascagoula Alien Abduction
October 11th marks the 51st anniversary of the Pascagoula Alien Abduction. To commemorate the date, Goula Palooza is being hosted on October 25th. All are invited to wear their best…
Mississippi Highway Patrol brings both Mustangs to Cruisin' the Coast
New meets old at Cruisin’ the Coast this year as Mississippi Highway Patrol brings out both mustangs in their fleet. The newest mustang joining the fleet just this…
MHP Troop K escorting relief efforts to Florida
Mississippi Highway Patrol is bringing relief to those in need following the hurricanes in Florida. Troop K is escorting the Louisiana National Guard during relief efforts. The Louisiana…
Republican Women of Stone County holds charter dinner
The new Republican Women of Stone County organization held a dinner Thursday night as the group looks to establish itself in the county. People gathered at the Venue…
Local Business providing shelter for Milton evacuees and their pets
An animal sanctuary in Pearl River County is providing shelter for Hurricane Milton evacuees and the animals they would not leave behind. Tracy Bulino with the…
Gulf Coast Community Foundation holds Donor Appreciation Breakfast
The Gulf Coast Community Foundation hosted its annual donor appreciation breakfast this morning. This event celebrates the donors who have contributed to the foundation’s impactful work across the…
City of Gulfport hosting annual Boo Bash
Happening tonight in Gulfport, the annual Boo Bash returns. This event is free and features trunk or treating, games, entertainment, and much more. This spooky event takes place from…
Mississippi Continues to Deploy Assets to Multiple States in Response to Helene and Milton
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves announced that Mississippi continues to deploy multiple assets to states throughout the Southeast due to the recent…
GCCF unveils Rodger Wilder Legacy Fund, presents $50,000 checks to two other funds
Gulf Coast Community Foundation honored a founding member of the organization by endowing a fund in his name. The news was announced at GCCF's 35th anniversary celebration in a breakfast held Friday at the Knight Nonprofit Center in Gulfport. The…
Moss Point man to serve 28 years for sex crimes against child
A Moss Point man was sentenced this week to spend nearly 30 years behind bars after his conviction on sex crime charges against a child. District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath said 32-year-old Lavern Williams was convicted Tuesday on charges of…
Spectators pack along HWY-90 for Cruisin' the Coast evening festivities
Even when the official Cruisin' the Coast events come to a close each day, the party continues to go on in South Mississippi. On Thursday evening, hundreds of spectators packed along HWY-90 in…
Rows of classic cars up for grabs at Vicari Auto Auction
Hundreds of antique cars and flashy new rides filled the Mississippi Coast Convention Center for the Vicari Auto Auction, one of the most popular events of Cruisin' the Coast 2024.…
Hundreds show out for Burn 'Em Up in the Pass
On Thursday evening, Cruisin' the Coast spectators packed along Fleitas Avenue in Pass Christian for the much anticipated, Burn 'Em Up in the Pass. Vehicles did their best to burn some rubber…
Cruisin’ the Coast PPG Paint Seminar
At the Coast Convention Center, a new Cruisin’ event this year for those Cruisers into vehicle restoration! The PPG Paint Seminar with Charley Hutton was broken down into two…
American Red Cross Southeast Executive Director John McCarty discusses Milton Relief Efforts
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, the American Red Cross is springing into action once again to assist residents of Central Florida. Joining us…
Cruisers drive through Goula Cruise at Beach Park
Cruisin’ the Coast is all about antique cars but in Pascagoula when they say they have antique cars they mean it. It was all smiles and sunshine in…
Mississippi National Guard returns home from deployment
55 soldiers of the Mississippi National Guard are back home after a 10-month deployment to Germany. The 115th Armored Brigade Combat Team was part of Task Force Thunder, training…
Cruisers roll through the Country Cruisin’ Breakfast at Long Beach Yacht Club
Earlier today, friendly faces in the Friendly City served up breakfast to hungry cruisers. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. takes us to the…
Vicari Auto Auction gives Cruisers the chance to shop antique vehicles
After a few days of prep, one of Cruisin’ the Coast’s biggest events returns to the floor of the Mississippi Coast Convention Center today with…
Man indicted on charges of assaulting, kidnapping woman in 2023
A Gulfport man faces a four-count indictment on charges of assaulting and kidnapping a woman he was in a relationship with. Ferrell Tevin McCord, 32, was served an indictment this week on two counts of aggravated assault, one count of…
What to know about Hurricane Milton after it slammed Florida’s Gulf Coast
Florida residents and officials began assessing widespread damage Thursday after powerful Hurricane Milton brought strong winds, heavy rains and tornadoes as it moved toward the Gulf Coast and then barreled across the state. Gov. Ron DeSantis told reporters that officials will have a better understanding…