Family of Nolan Wells asks public to share information from Fourth of July
Nolan Wells’ parents are asking for the public’s help when it comes to information about Nolan on the Fourth of July. Nolan’s mom,…
Naval Construction Battalion Center holding exercise drill this week
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- If you see increased emergency activity around the Naval Construction Battalion Center Gulfport this week, there’s no cause for alarm. The base is holding a major security training exercise starting Monday and running through the 17th. Active…
Arrests made after three injured, including 12-year-old, in Picayune shooting
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Three people, including a 12-year-old, were hurt in a shooting Saturday night in Picayune. Now, two people are facing attempted murder charges. Police say officers responded just before 11 p.m. that night to South Haugh Avenue, where…
Jackson County Fire Protection responds to vehicle fire
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team responded to a vehicle fire on Friday. The incident was reported heading west near Mile Marker 54. Crews…
Feeding the Gulf Coast, Salvation Army highlight free summer meals for kids
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- For many kids, summer break means time off from school, but for some families, it can also mean losing access to…
Jackson County man charged after weekend shooting in St. Martin
ST. MARTIN, Miss (WXXV)--A Jackson County man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he opened fire on a vehicle during an argument in the St. Martin community. Jackson County sheriff's investigators say 32-year-old Randall Andrew Pisarich Jr. got…
Photographers invited to send in art for KFCU member calendar
Keesler Federal Credit Union is hosting a photo contest for their member calendar. The theme for this year is ‘Hidden Gems.’ You can sign up by…
Listening session for Gautier Ward 2 residents
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is inviting the public to their Ward 2 listening session. Scheduled for July 14th, City Manager Carlos Moulds and other city officials…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department takes part in anti-trafficking training
The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department is partnering with SERT Ministries to keep children safe. In the final week of June, every single deputy, investigator, narcotics…
Governor Reeves appoints two new members to state board of health
Governor Tate Reeves has appointed two new members to the state board of health. Connie Thomas of Madison and Lorie Till of Clarksdale will serve…
State Hospital Association elects new chairman and chair-elect
The State Hospital Association’s Board of Governors have elected a new chairman as well as a new chair-elect. John Anderson began his term on July 1, succeeding Jim…
Singing River Health System awards auxiliary scholarship to local students
Singing River Health System is celebrating auxiliary scholarship recipients. More than 14 scholarships were given to high school and college students from Ocean Springs, Pascagoula, and…
HSSM offering ‘Dog Days of Summer’ adoption special
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi is offering a special deal through the month. The ‘Dog Days of Summer’ event offers all adoption fees for…
Nominations now open for Mississippi Makers Challenge
Mississippi manufacturers are once again competing for statewide bragging rights. The fifth annual Mississippi Makers Challenge gives companies across the state the chance to compete for the title of…
Ocean Springs High Visual Arts Department gives fire department mini fire trucks
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department is sending thanks to the Ocean Springs High School Visual Arts Department. Ms. Brittany and…
Mobile License Unit coming to Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department announces the Mobile Drivers License Unit will be returning to the city. On July 23rd, residents can head out to the Win Job…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free admission for school employees
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is welcoming teachers and school employees on campus ahead of school. From July 17 to the 19, a Back-to-School Celebration will be…
Work continues on new Stone High School
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County School District is sharing another update on the high school. Furniture is being delivered for the academic building while final touches are…
Officials cut ribbon on new Best Western in D’Iberville
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- A ribbon cutting welcomed the Best Western Plus to the Promenade in D’Iberville. The ribbon cutting was hosted last week, welcoming a new place…
Gulfport Fire Department receives 2026 Municipal Excellence Award
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Fire Department received the 2026 Municipal Excellence Award. The honor coming from the state Municipal League. This award recognizes the department’s partnership with…
Biloxi Fire Recruit Class 2601 graduates
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi recruit class earned their certifications as firefighters. The graduation ceremony took place recently. The school is an eight-to-ten-week program that prepares firefighters to serve their…
Rep. Mike Ezell celebrates Congressional Art Competition winner
Representative Mike Ezell is celebrating this year’s Congressional Art Competition winner. Zoey Margrave and her parents traveled to the nation’s capital to celebrate the honor. Representative Ezell says…
'Not how I wanted the world to meet my son': Parents of Nolan Wells speak out for first time since teen's death
On Friday, the family of Nolan Wells spoke out for the first time since the death of their son. Christine and Elmore Wonsley shared stories of their son and new details on events…
Blood drives happening across the Coast
Blood drives are scheduled to take place across the Coast next week. On Monday, the 81st Logistics Readiness Squadron is hosting their first blood drive from 10 a.m. to 2…