Island of Misfits Halloween Spectacular at Red Barnett Senior Center
Get ready for a spooky celebration as the Red Barnett Senior Center presents its Island of Misfits Halloween Spectacular. We’re talking festive fun, Halloween spirit, and…
Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney discusses ‘Strengthen Mississippi Homes’ program
A group, including Mississippi Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney, gathered at a home in Biloxi. A new roof was put on the house as part of the ‘Strengthen…
West Harrison High School ranked #2 high school in Mississippi
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- West Harrison High School is earning statewide recognition, ranking among the best in the state. West Harrison High School earned the number…
School Safety Expert Says Every Threat Must Be Taken Seriously
A threatening social media post placed several Coast school districts on high alert Monday morning, prompting an immediate law enforcement response and investigation. School threats often…
104th annual Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair returns
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair is back in Pascagoula for another year of rides, live entertainment, and family favorites. Now in its 104th…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department warning residents of phone scam
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is warning about a phone scam going around impersonating members of the department. The scammers claim to have…
MGCCC Perkettes perform at Superdome during Saints game
The MGCCC Perkettes took their talents to the NFL stage on September 27th. The group performed at the Caesars Superdome during the Saints halftime show. The show was…
Old Spanish Trail at Isle of Pines in Gautier closing for sewer tie in
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is giving a heads up when it comes to a traffic alert this week. On October…
Political forum offers South Mississippi voters chance to hear from candidates
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Voters in South Mississippi will have an opportunity to hear directly from candidates during an upcoming political forum in Biloxi. The 2026…
Hundreds turn out for Mississippi Power Household Hazardous Waste Collection in Harrison County
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Power had a major turnout for its annual household hazardous waste collection event over the weekend. Nearly 600 vehicles…
Swings at Long Beach Gateway temporarily removed
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Long Beach is alerting residents that the swings at the gateway are being temporarily removed as a safety precaution. The city says they…
Former Biloxi Councilman George Lawrence dies
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is mourning the loss of a longtime civic leader. Former City Councilman George Lawrence has died. Lawrence was first elected to the council…
WXXV News 25's Asia Ellis previews Jackson County Fair
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s fair season here on the Gulf Coast and Jackson County is getting in on the fun. The Jackson County Fair kicked off…
School districts investigating social media threats
Multiple school districts say a potential security threat tied to a social media post is under investigation. The post began circulating overnight, impacting Gulfport, Harrison, and Jackson County school districts. Local, state, and federal authorities are investigating the source of…
Gulfport Fire Department community feedback survey now online
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Fire Department wants to hear from you. Gulfport residents, business owners, and visitors can now take part in the annual Community Feedback Survey.…
Bay St. Louis officer named Narcotics Officer of the Year
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Bay St. Louis Police Department shares that Task Force Officer Ernest Taylor has been named the Narcotics Officer of the…
City of Moss Point planning stormwater park to reduce flooding
The City of Moss Point is planning a new stormwater park to help reduce neighborhood flooding and improve water quality. The project would turn a vacant…
Feeding the Gulf Coast partners with Jacob’s Well Ministries for food distribution
Feeding the Gulf Coast is partnering with Jacob’s Well Ministries to distribute free food to those in need. Food will be available for the…
Singing River Health System hosting ribbon cutting for mobile clinic
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System will be hosting a ribbon cutting for its new mobile clinic next week. That’s taking place at the…
Hattiesburg Zoo welcomes a new giraffe
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo is welcoming a new resident this month. Rahisi the Giraffe moved in from the Memphis Zoo on October 7th. At nearly 11 months old,…
Road closure issued for East Railroad Street in Gulfport
(Gulfport, MS) – Southern Electric Company has issued a Road Closure for a section of East Railroad Street between Hewes Avenue and Kelly Avenue while transmission pole installation resumes. The closure will be in effect from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00…
St. John’s Episcopal of Ocean Springs hosting musical performance
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- St. John’s Episcopal of Ocean Springs is announcing the inaugural performance of the Players and Chamber soloists for the 2026-27 season. The performance…
Pearl River Community College seeks Pell eligibility for short term job training
For people looking to change careers, the cost of training can be a barrier. Now, Mississippi’s community colleges are getting $8.5 million in federal funding to prepare…
Gulf Coast Brotherhood honors fallen George County first responders
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Brotherhood Ride organized a memorial ride recently, honoring EMT Katie Pipkins and Deputy Jeremy Malone. Riders traveled through George County to…