City of Gulfport fighting litter issues
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Gulfport is rolling out new “$1,000 No Dumping” signs and asking residents to report violators. It’s part of a renewed push to tackle litter. Makiya…
Ina Thompson Library hosting Aspiration Art Board Workshop
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point will be hosting an aspirational art board workshop on January 6. This program is geared towards anyone…
Ina Thompson Library introducing Homeschool Story Time
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ina Thompson Library in Moss Point announces a new event for the year. Homeschool Story Time will take place every first Thursday at 3:30.…
2025 marks historic year for MDOT
JACKSON, MISS. – 2025 marked one of the most significant years in recent memory for the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). In the 2025 session, a sweeping tax reform law passed…
Parts of Highway 90 in Biloxi closed for road work
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, Highway 90 from Veterans Avenue to Brady Drive is expected to have westbound right lane closed next week. Crews will be…
State leaders discuss workforce development
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Mississippi leaders say thousands of skilled workers will be needed in the coming years. Governor Tate Reeves wants the state to take more control over how they’re…
Three Coastal sites added to National Register
The Gulf Coast National Heritage Area is sharing that three Coast sites have been added to the Register of Historic Places for 2025. Two are located in Harrison County…
Update from Cruisin’ the Coast on 2026
Cruisin’ the Coast took to social media to share updates for 2026. Officials say that the 30th anniversary is shaping up to be a bigger year than 2025. Cruisin’…
Honoring law enforcement in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The George County Sheriff’s Office is thanking Tim Hempstead for his care and maintenance of the law enforcement memorial outside of the courthouse. He also takes time…
Goodwill of South Mississippi opening new outlet store in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Goodwill of South Mississippi announces a new outlet bin store will be coming to the Orange Grove community in January 2026. A bin store is unique, selling items by the pound rather than a price tag.…
Hancock County beach set to return to original width
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER-Along the Hancock County shoreline, years of erosion have chipped away at the community’s first line of defense against storms. Now, a $30…
Southern Turnings spearheads community growth in Wiggins
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- When Southern Turnings opened in Downtown Wiggins, few businesses were operating along Pine Avenue. Nearly a decade later, the shop has expanded and the…
Mississippi Aquarium kicks off the New Year with Ambassador Animal visits each weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. – This New Year, Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating animals that are all about out with the old and in with the new. Mississippi Aquarium guests will be able to get close up to some of the most interesting animals…
City of Pascagoula working on water main improvement project
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is sharing information on a project taking place. The city council awarded a bid for miscellaneous water main improvements throughout…
State of blueberry farming in Mississippi
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Mississippi’s blueberry farms are shrinking and fewer farmers are entering the field. One farm in Poplarville is trying to change that, hoping to turn the…
12th Night Celebration taking place Monday
Mardi Gras season is set to start on the Coast. Coastal krewe royalty will be parading through Biloxi as part of the 12th Night celebration. Abreeza Thompson with the Mardi…
2026 Election Qualifying Period begins in Mississippi
Friday marked the start of the qualifying period for Mississippi’s 2026 judicial elections. Candidates can begin filing petitions and qualifying statements for several judicial offices including the court of…
Hibernia Irish Society hosting Lace, Curtain, and Blarney Luncheon
The Hibernia Irish Society is hosting their Lace, Curtain, and Blarney Luncheon on January 10. Amy Bowman is in studio with more. The luncheon is from 11…
Projects on the Coast for 2026
For the Coast, one of the big things facing the Mississippi legislature this year will be approving economic development projects with money from the Gulf Coast Restoration Fund. Sixteen projects…
Recent fires in Harrison County
In Harrison County, several fires have broken out over the past few days. Officials say some of those fires were caused by fireworks that were not properly disposed of. Today, we’re…
TatoNut celebrates 65 years serving the Coast
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- TatoNut is celebrating 65 years of sweet success. The local favorite was started by Robert Mohler in November 1960 as a Spudnut franchise. He later…
Kings Parade kicks off Mardi Gras season in Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The new year is here and the first parade of 2026 is kicking off in Moss Point this weekend. Spencer Pullen sat…
What’s next for Amtrak Train Service in 2026
One of 2025’s biggest stories was the return of Amtrak passenger service to the Coast. So, what’s ahead in 2026 for the Mardi Gras train route? Dave Elliot…
Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association warns of scam
Pearl River Valley Electric Power Association is giving a warning against a scam going around. Members have reported that someone is posing as a representative, trying to…