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Waveland Mayor Mike Smith stops by WXXV

Things are looking up for the City of Waveland according to Mayor Mike Smith, who stopped by our station for this week’s ‘Mayoral Monday.’ He discussed his recent change to becoming a Republican. Mayor Smith tells News 25 over the…

Garden Park Medical Center taking precautionary measures for COVID-19

As the threat of the Coronavirus continues to increase across the country, local hospitals are taking precautionary measures in the case the virus makes it way to South Mississippi. Garden Park Medical Center announced today they’re adopting measures beyond what…

MS Primary Elections take place Tuesday, March 10th

It’s almost time to raise your voice as Mississippi’s Primary Elections are tomorrow. At the polls on Tuesday, residents will decide whether they want to vote Republican or Democrat. Voters will see 2020 presidential candidates as well as candidates for…

New offerings at The Shed BBQ and Blues Joint

One of the Coast’s most notable eateries celebrated the reopening of some popular offerings Saturday. The Shed Barbecue and Blues Joint marked the opening of the saloon and seasonal opening of the 'Crawfish Shack Out Back' for customers. Patrons have…

43rd annual CoastCon takes over Coast Convention Center

Thousands of sci-fi enthusiasts and gamers gathered on the Coast this weekend for one of the state’s premier conventions. CoastCon returned to the Mississippi Coast Convention Center for the 43rd year this weekend, featuring three days of panel discussions, opportunities…

Netflix remaking Charlie and Chocolate Factory

Oompa Loompa Doompadee Doo! Netflix is remaking "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." The streaming platform is creating two animated series based on Roald Dahl's 1964 novel. Oscar winner Taika Waititi will write, direct and executive produce both projects. The first…

Crocs selling Peeps-themed shoes

If you're looking for something other than candy and toys for your Easter basket this year, here is one interesting option: pastel clogs with plastic chicks. 'Crocs' and marshmallow candy maker 'Peeps' teamed up to launch the line of footwear.…

IHOP is offering pancakes topped with cereal

One restaurant chain is meshing two breakfast classics for a creative combo. Cereal pancakes are now at IHOP. The International House of Pancakes is taking its fluffy flapjacks and adding some iconic childhood flavors. These new pancake creations feature three…

Jury finds man guilty of sex abuse in Gulfport

After a three day trial and two hours of deliberation, a jury found 42-year-old Arland Morris guilty of sex abuse charges on a minor. The 12-year-old victim delivered gripping testimony, saying Morris was in a relationship with her mother and…