'Move to Learn' visits Lizana Elementary School
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The students of Lizana Elementary School got their blood pumping as they experienced the Move to Learn program. The Move to Learn program is based…
Man indicted for federal Civil Rights and arson charges for allegedly setting fire to Wiggins Church
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A Mississippi man has been indicted for federal Civil Rights and Arson charges. Stefan Day is accused of setting an LDS Church in Wiggins on Fire in July 2024. The Federal Civil Rights and arson violations are…
Hattiesburg Zoo announces death of jaguar Maya
The Hattiesburg Zoo announced the death of their jaguar, Maya. Keepers at the zoo say Maya had developed kidney disease in January and was being treated. Maya initially responded…
AG Fitch warns of government imposter scams
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch is warning of government imposter scams. Fitch advised Mississippians to carefully review documents you have received from government agencies. These include notice to assist…
NAACP hosts municipal political forum
With primary municipal elections across the Coast quickly approaching, residents in Biloxi had the chance to meet their candidates ahead of casting their vote. It was a packed house at the…
Long Beach Railroad Crossing Improvement Project moving forward
The railroad crossing improvement project is moving forward in the City of Long Beach after a brief delay. This project is an investment in enhancing safety and improving the condition of nine railroad crossings across the city. The first phase…
Long Beach resident revisits SS United States after 70 years
MOBILE, Ala. (WXXV) - ”She was red on the bottom, black on the top and then white…she was beautiful, absolutely beautiful,” says Weed. For the…
OSSD Bond Referendum Passes
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV) The Ocean Springs School District's $52 million Bond Referendum, has passed. This Bond Referendum aims to restructure elementary schools K-4, building a new state of…
Results for Ocean Springs School District Bond Election
The unofficial results are in for the Ocean Springs School District bond election. Voters cast their ballots on Tuesday to decide whether the school district will get money for major upgrades. With most of the vote in, Ocean Springs residents…
Gulfport student representing state at Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Youth Council
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-One Gulfport teen is representing Mississippi at the Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Youth Council. Crosby Parker is a junior at Gulfport High School.…
Harrison County K9 Zico retires
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office celebrated a retirement on Monday. K9 Zico is officially retired and ready to enjoy his time off. The K9 has assisted in seizures…
Our Lady Academy robotics team competes at FRC Magnolia Regional Competition
The Alpha Omega Robotics team from Our Lady Academy recently competed at the FRC Magnolia Regional Competition! The girls robotic team started the day in…
Next steps for Moss Point School District superintendent search
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-The next steps in the Moss Point School District’s search for a superintendent are in the works. Current Superintendent Dr. Oswago Harper announced his…
New vending machine for reading books comes to North Woolmarket
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School recently received a new book vending machine, funded through Scholastic Book Fair rewards. Students are thrilled…
Aftermath of Saturday’s candidate forum in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Big municipal elections are coming up with the primary set for April 1st. A lot of people are watching the City of Ocean Springs. A…
Biloxi woman sentenced to life consecutive to 30 years for homicide and robbery
A Biloxi woman is sentenced to life consecutive to 30 years for homicide and robbery in Harrison County. 30-year-old Angel ‘Lexy’ May Pierce pled guilty to first-degree murder and armed robbery for the July 3, 2022 murder of 24-year-old Cody…
Family Fiesta Night at MGCCC
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The MGCCC Jackson County campus is hosting Family Fiesta night! This event shines a spotlight on Hispanic culture and is hosted by the Jackson County Hispanic American Club.…
Gautier High hosting College and Career tailgate
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier High School is hosting the College and Career Tailgate today. This event allows you to meet with over 50 companies including colleges and military personnel.…
Construction begins on Legacy Park in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Legacy Park Project in Jackson County is underway, promising valuable medical resources for the community. Construction has begun on the mixed-use medical project that…
Update on proposed Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Gautier is currently taking bids on the proposed Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with city officials to…
Voters head out for Ocean Springs School District Bond Election
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Today is the day for the Ocean Springs School District Bond Election. Polls opened at 7 a.m. and will close tonight at 7…
Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: Pascagoula High School's Courtney Caples
PASCAGOULA, Miss (WXXV) -- Every month, WXXV teams up with Huntington Learning Center to honor a deserving teacher in South Mississippi. This month’s outstanding educator is Courtney…
With a 52 million dollar bond referendum on the ballot, OSSD Superintendent speaks on the major changes that could come to the school district
Voting is set to begin on Tuesday at 7:00 Am for a 52 million dollar bond referendum which could potentially bring major changes to the Ocean Springs School District. OSSD Superintendent Mike…
City of Gulfport asking residents to complete ‘community needs’ survey
The City of Gulfport is looking for feedback from residents about future city projects. The city is looking for input about funding opportunities to support affordable…