Gulfport Police Deputy Commander Paul Podlin retiring after 29 years
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Police Department is sharing that Deputy Commander Paul Podlin is retiring after 29 years. He first joined the department on May…
Pascagoula Police Lt. Darren Versiga retiring from department after 29 years
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department is honoring a longtime employee. Lt. Darren Versiga is retiring after 29 years in law enforcement. He isn’t…
Gautier Middle School names new principal
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District announces a new principal for Gautier Middle School. Kevin Everett is taking over after Sedric Convington was named the principal at Pascagoula…
Pascagoula High School announces new principal
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Gautier School District is announcing a new principal for Pascagoula High School. Sedric Covington will be taking over the position for the upcoming school year.…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Department searching for missing 18‑Year‑Old last seen on Horn Island
Jackson County, Miss (WXXV) - The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a missing person, identified as Nolan Xavier Wells. Nolan is described as an 18‑year‑old Black male, approximately 6 feet 1 inch tall and weighing around 180 pounds.…
Suspect arrested after pursuit through Stone and Harrison Counties
Stone County, Miss. (WXXV) — A suspect is in custody after leading law enforcement on a pursuit through Stone and Harrison counties that ended in a crash Sunday morning. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, the incident began around 11:34am…
State Department of Education releases new lunch payment guidelines
Families across Mississippi who may need help paying for school meals can now apply for free or reduced-price breakfast and lunch benefits. The Mississippi Department of Education says the program…
State Rep. Mike Ezell honored for bipartisan leadership in ocean observation
Representative Mike Ezell was honored by the IOOS Association recently. Ezell was awarded the Congressional Award for Bipartisan leadership in Ocean Observing. The honor comes…
Project commemorating Freedom Summer coming to City of Moss Point
Moss Point will soon commemorate its role in the Civil Rights Movement through a memorial project. ‘The Witness: The Freedom Memory Project’ is led by the…
Ocean Springs fire trains on high-rise operations
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department is sharing their training operations. Last week focused on their new standpipe kit and high-rise operation. Crews worked on connecting…
Governor Reeves Announces Over 100 Appointments
JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced over 100 appointments to positions within state government. “I’m confident these appointees have the talent and dedication needed to make our state even stronger,” said Governor Tate Reeves. “I appreciate their willingness to…
Freedom Over Ocean Springs draws Crowd for fireworks, food and family fun
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — The City of Discovery kicked off its Independence Day celebrations a day early Friday evening as residents and visitors gathered at Fort Maurepas Park for…
Pass Christian Police Department welcomes new officers to the force
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Police Department is welcoming six new members this week. The department says as they continue to grow, these hires…
Biloxi Shuckers pick up win ahead of Fourth of July
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The Biloxi Shuckers were on the diamond Friday night at Keesler Federal Park in front of…
Harrison County School District security staff takes part in training
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District’s Safety and Security staff participated in training at the D’Iberville High School. The training is called ‘Active Attack…
George County Deputy Clerk Kim Davis retiring after 27 years
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office is congratulating one of their own for 27 years of service. The sheriff’s office says that Kim…
State accepting workforce Pell Grant applications
Mississippians will soon be able to use federal Pell Grants for certain short-term workforce training programs. Governor Tate Reeves says the new Workforce Pell Grant Program takes effect July 1…
Work continues on water treatment facility project in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Major milestones have been reached in the construction process for the City of Gautier’s new water treatment facility. Crews are continuing with the final…
WXXV News 25's Asia Ellis live at The Campground Baptist Church Fireworks Show
The Campground Baptist Church was filled with community members celebrating America's 250th birthday. Organizers planned plenty of activities and entertainment for all ages, giving the community a chance to celebrate together…
Bust in Pearl River County leads to arrests after months-long investigation
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department finished an investigation with help from the St. Tammany Parish Sheriff’s Office. Jeremy Schwartz…
Acadian Ambulance shares firework safety tips
Acadian Ambulance is promoting safety ahead of the Fourth of July. The company is reminding the public to celebrate safely with fireworks this weekend. While the best safety against fireworks…
Mississippi Highway Patrol Fourth of July travel period begins
If you plan to be on our South Mississippi roads this holiday weekend, keep in mind that there will be an increase in state troopers on major interstates and highways. The Mississippi Highway Patrol’s July 4th travel period kicked off…
Mississippi at the Great American Fair in Washington, D.C.
Fourth of July is Saturday and America is celebrating our 250th birthday! The Great American Fair is set up on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. State…
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith shares message ahead of America’s 250th birthday
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is releasing a statement as America celebrate 250 years. Senator Hyde-Smith says she hopes everyone can set aside their differences and reflect on…