Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann creates select committee on cybersecurity
Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann has created a select committee in the state Senate to discuss cybersecurity matters. Specifically, the committee will focus on the security of state…
State Treasurer announces reduction of Mississippi Affordable College Savings Plan fees
Mississippi families saving for college could soon see even lower costs. State Treasurer David McRae announced fees for the Mississippi Affordable College Savings 529 Plan…
Mississippi Department of Education launches ‘classroom to career’ network
The Mississippi Department of Education has launched a new statewide initiative to help students connect what they learn in school to their future. The Mississippi Classroom to…
City of Pass Christian recognizes September as ‘National Childhood Cancer Month’
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pass Christian is recognizing September as National Childhood Cancer Month. The proclamation was made during Tuesday’s city council…
Applications open for Leo Seal Teacher Grant
Teachers in grades K through 12 can now apply for the Leo Seal Teacher Grants. The deadline to apply is September 30. Applications can be found here. To apply,…
Lucedale Rotary Club recognizes first responders
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lucedale Rotary Club is recognizing first responders. Century Bank recognizes Deputy Sheriff Gavin McLeod from the George County Sheriff’s Office. Fire Chief Rickey Colson from the…
Department of Public Safety names new state law enforcement leaders
Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell has named three people to lead three key state law enforcement divisions. James Herzog has been tapped as the director…
Singing River Health System partners with The Blood Center for August blood drives
Singing River Health System is teaming up with the Blood Center to host blood drives throughout August. The blood drives are part of the ongoing effort to address the nationwide blood shortage. All donors will receive a complimentary t-shirt featuring…
MGM Resorts Foundation donates to Back Bay Mission
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Back Bay Mission has received $25,000 in grant funding from the MGM Resorts Foundation to expand services for people in need across South Mississippi. The nonprofit says $15,000 will support its health and wellness program, while $10,000…
Stone County School District officials announce opening date for Tomcat Field
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Stone County School District has set an opening date for Tomcat Field. The Tomcat football team will take the field at…
IRS announces tax relief for taxpayers impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur in Mississippi
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today tax relief for individuals and businesses in Mississippi affected by Tropical Storm Arthur that began on June 18, 2026. These taxpayers now have until Feb. 1, 2027, to file various federal individual…
Mississippi State Department of Health provides summer vibrio update
State health officials are continuing to push out reminders on the dangers of vibrio, as the state now reports nearly 30 cases of people infected with the…
45th annual Biloxi Seafood Festival returning to South Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The countdown is on for one of the Coast’s favorite traditions. We’re getting a look at this year’s Biloxi Seafood Festival. Joining us with everything…
Gulfport fire crews respond to Friday afternoon woods fire
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-- Gulfport fire crews are currently battling a small woods fire north of I-10. Fire Chief Billy Kelley tells WXXV the fire is about half an acre in size, near the area of Tandy Drive and Sharp Boulevard.…
Humane Society of South Mississippi hosting annual Rock N Rollover fundraiser
The Humane Society of South Mississippi is hosting its annual Rock N Rollover event benefiting their education program next week. Joining us ahead of the…
Woman charged with embezzling church funds in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A woman is facing felony charges after investigators say she embezzled more than $80,000 from a George County church over several years. The George County Sheriff’s Office says church leaders reported the suspected theft on July…
Fly Llama Brewing earns Top 10 ranking at U.S. Open Hard Seltzer Championship
Fly Llama Brewing is putting the Mississippi Gulf Coast on the national map after being named one of the top ten hard seltzer…
Three of Nolan Wells’ friends say they will return to island where teen went missing on July 4 boat trip
HORN ISLAND, Miss (CNN)--More than a month after the body of Nolan Wells was found along the shoreline of a Mississippi barrier island, three friends believed to have traveled out to Horn Island with Wells will return there in an…
Mississippi Lottery rolling out new scratch off games
It’s a new month and that means the Mississippi Lottery is rolling out a fresh lineup of scratch off games with even more chances to win. Joining us…
Firehouse Subs Foundation awards Gulfport Fire Department grant for new equipment
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Fire Department is getting a high-tech boost to help save lives. Thanks to a grant from the Firehouse Subs Public…
Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office deploying automated license plate reader
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office announces the upcoming deployment of automated license plate reader systems. These cameras will be positioned at or near high-traffic public intersections and public roads. According to the department, the system…
Former Saints Quarterback Drew Brees to be inducted into the Hall of Fame
This weekend, New Orleans Saints Legend Drew Brees will be enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Brees began his Saints career in 2006, leading the team to a Super Bowl victory in 2009. That was their first and…
Gulf Coast Skateparks Association holding youth skate clinic
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association is hosting their youth skate clinic this Saturday, August 8. The clinic takes place at the DIY Skatepark from 1…
Community leaders take part in ‘Are you Smarter than a Club Kid’
It is almost time see if some of South Mississippi’s leaders have what it takes to outsmart the kids of the Boys and Girls…