People over Politics community event in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The organization People over Politics Mississippi Gulf Coast is hosting a community event soon in Biloxi. The event takes place June 13 from 10 a.m. to 2…
Historic Saenger Theatre reopens in Biloxi after renovations
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Saenger Theatre in Biloxi was built in 1929. The historic venue is about to enjoy a new chapter in its life. After a long series…
Local shops prepare for National Donut Day
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Many businesses are preparing for a busy day Friday as customers get ready to celebrate National Donut Day. The annual sweet holiday brings donut lovers…
Jackson County deputies searching for suspect after stolen vehicle stop ends in foot chase
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputies continue to search for a man that ran from deputies during a traffic stop Friday. Warrants have been issued for 27-year-old Andrew Herbert of Vancleave for receiving stolen property and felony fleeing.…
Mississippi Coast Coliseum pauses pro hockey, ice programming to continue
BILOXI, Miss. — The Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center has announced a pause in professional hockey operations following the Biloxi Breakers franchise ceasing operations. Coliseum officials say this marks the end of the current chapter of ice hockey at…
Salvation Army celebrates National Donut Day, tracing tradition back to WWI
June 5th is National Donut Day. The Salvation Army is celebrating the real cause of the day. The tradition started on the front lines of…
18-year-old arrested for string of burglaries in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Lucedale man is behind bars this evening after being connected to a string of car burglaries in the county. Investigators say the burglaries happened in the Magnolia Farms area and several nearby rural communities. Eighteen-year-old…
Community invited to free Family Health & Wellness Day at Blaylock Park
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coastal Family Health Center is inviting the public to a free event at Blaylock Park in Wiggins. Wiggins Family Health…
Work continues on beach restoration project in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’ve noticed construction along the beaches in Biloxi, it’s all part of a major shoreline restoration project in Harrison County. Phase one…
Mississippi school leaders sentenced in federal embezzlement case
Three people, including two former Mississippi school superintendents, are headed to federal prison for a scheme that stole nearly $400,000 in federal education funds. Federal prosecutors say former…
Crash on Highway 43 in Pearl River County leaves one dead, one injured
Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 43 in Pearl River County Wednesday. According to authorities, a 2017 Nissan Rouge was traveling south on Highway 43 when it collided with a 2015 Kia Soul. The driver of…
One dead, one injured in crash on Highway 26 in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One person is dead and another injured in a crash in Stone County. On Wednesday, June 3, Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a crash on Highway 26. According to authorities, a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado driven by…
Moss Point police issue reminder on permitting process after unsanctioned car meet scheduled
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point police are reminding people about the city’s permitting policies after plans for an unsanctioned car meet is…
Dunkin’ offers for National Donut Day
Dunkin’ is revealing a special offer for Friday. June 5 is National Donut Day; Guests can receive any free donut with a drink purchase. This is the 16th year of…
WXXV’s Asia Ellis gives us a behind the scenes look as Tatonut prepares for National Donut Day
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re getting ready for a tasty day! National Donut Day is tomorrow. To get into the spirit, we’re checking to see how one iconic shop is…
Elementary realignment begins in the Long Beach School District
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Now that the school year is over, the elementary realignment in the Long Beach School District officially begins. The district shared photos of…
Singing River Hospice of Light Hosts memorial service honors loved ones
Families across the Gulf Coast gathered in Ocean Springs to remember loved ones and celebrate their lasting impact. Singing River Health System’s Hospice of Light…
Singing River Health System, Blood Center partner with Gulfport organizations to host blood drive
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System and the Blood Center have partnered with several Gulfport community organizations to host a two-day…
Elijah’s Closet seeks community support to continue serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Elijah’s Closet is asking for help. It’s a local nonprofit whose mission is to help children and families involved in, or…
Meet the candidates: Gulfport City Council Ward 2
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Just one week out from the special election for Gulfport City Council's Ward 2 seat, the four candidates gathered for a public forum at…
Pet of the Week: Mr. Parker is looking for a forever home
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Today is Wednesday. It’s time to meet the WXXV Pet of the Week brought to you by the Generator Store of…
Jackson County Road Department announces indefinite closure of Roy Cumbest Bridge
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Road Department has announced the indefinite closure of the Roy Cumbest Bridge. The closure begins on Thursday, June 4 at noon. The closure is due to significant roadway erosion on the west side…
Seashore Highlands Retirement Community hosting dementia awareness panel
The Seashore Highlands Retirement Community is hosting a free to the public dementia awareness panel soon. The panel takes place at First United Methodist Church in Gulfport on…
The Downtowner announces opening date in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- After more than a year of construction, The Downtowner has announced its opening date. The Downtowner will open June 9, 2026. It’s located in the historic Triplett-Day Building at the corner of Highway 49 and 14th Street.…