Miss Hospitality Pascagoula Melany Carrasco reflects on her journey at Mississippi Miss Hospitality Competition
Over 43 women competed across the state recently for the title of Mississippi Miss Hospitality. We are joined by Melany Carrasco of…
Weekend shed fire in Ocean Springs quickly contained, no injuries reported
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department is sharing details about a shed fire over the weekend. The crew says a fire of any size equals a…
Connected Living with C-Spire: Artificial Intelligence
On this edition of Connected Living with C-Spire, we’re talking about how to get started with artificial intelligence. Aubrey Spears speaks with the Vice President of Digital and AI transformation…
Reports: Lawsuits may be expected in Nolan Wells case
Parents of Nolan Wells’ friends and local officials were reportedly sent notices of intent, informing them to expect lawsuits in connection with the investigation surrounding Nolan’s death.…
Blood drive at Edgewater Mall to honor Liz Thornburg one year after tragic death
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A blood drive is taking place Saturday honoring the life of Liz Thornburg. Thornburg was killed on August 1…
South Mississippi Heart Stompers marching dance crew launching new Coast chapter
We are joined in studio by the South Mississippi Heart Stompers, who are bringing their high-energy marching line dance movement to the Coast. They are…
Mississippi Forestry Commission crew returns from Utah wildfire mission
The Mississippi Forestry Commission is welcoming two of their own home this week. Kevin Craft and Bill Lundsford are both from the Gulf Coast region. They completed…
Mississippi Power shares energy-saving tips to beat the summer heat
As the summer heat persists, Mississippi Power is encouraging customers to take simple steps to keep their homes cool, improve energy efficiency, and help manage higher…
Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell addresses Nolan Wells case
While we’re waiting for the state medical examiner to release the autopsy report on the death of Nolan Wells, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department and the district…
Blue Origin to test rocket at NASA Stennis
Blue Origin is making its return to Stennis Space Center as the company plans to test its new Glenn Rocket at the B2 test stand. In a statement…
Harrison County Board of Supervisors reconvened Friday for follow up emergency meeting
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Board of Supervisors reconvened Friday for a follow up emergency meeting at the Harrison County Courthouse. Supervisors received…
Long Beach man sentenced in child exploitation case
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Robert Stephan Wilson, Jr., 50, of Long Beach, Mississippi, was sentenced to 40 years today for one count of child exploitation. This case originated with an undercover operation led by Attorney General Lynn Fitch’s office and was…
Traffic Advisory: Alternating lane and intermittent bridge CLOSURES on I-110 in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Drivers in South Mississippi should be aware of a traffic advisory for the I-110 Bridge in Harrison County. According to MDOT, alternating lane closures and intermittent bridge closures will take place in both directions of I-110 between…
Community comes together for 22nd Annual Martini Shakedown benefiting Make-A-Wish Mississippi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 22nd annual Martini Shakedown brought the community together at the Beau Rivage for an evening dedicated to making wishes come true. Supporters of Make-A-Wish Mississippi gathered…
Cutting a path for the next generation at the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Barbers, beauty professionals, and aspiring stylists came together on the Coast for the 2026 Elite Barber and Beauty Summit,…
Memorial Health System celebrates 80 years on the Gulf Coast
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Civic leaders and South Mississippi healthcare workers gathered for a celebration of one of our major health systems as it marks a major milestone.…
Attorney General Lynn Fitch warns against law enforcement threats in Nolan Wells case
Attorney General Lynn Fitch released a statement recently, saying her office will hold anyone accountable that threatens law enforcement working the case of Nolan Wells. In that statement,…
Demonstrators call for answers in Nolan Wells death investigation
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Three weeks after Nolan Wells’ death, supporters gathered in Gulfport at Jones Park under the Barksdale Pavilion on Sunday to walk for justice, as…
City of Gulfport schedules road closure for section of 32 ½ Street
(Gulfport, MS) – The City of Gulfport has scheduled a Road Closure for a section of 32nd ½ Street between C Avenue and D Avenue for a sewer line replacement project. Work is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, July 28, 2026,…
Congressional Roundtable set for Tuesday to discuss Mississippi Sound issues
Congressional leaders are coming to the Coast Tuesday to discuss water issues impacting South Mississippi. At Congressman Mike Ezell’s invitation, the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee’s Water Resources and Environment Subcommittee will hold a public roundtable Tuesday, July 28 at…
Governor Reeves announces $15 Million for Fifth Mississippi Outdoor Stewardship Trust Fund Grant Cycle
Governor Tate Reeves announced another round of funding to support conservation and outdoor recreation projects across Mississippi. Reeves says $15 million has…
Summer camp wraps up for students at MS Aviation Heritage Museum
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippi students recently wrapped up a summer of fun learning at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum. This year’s summer camp took…
Progress continues on Dubard School for Language Disorders at Gulf Park campus
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Construction is moving right along at the Gulf Park campus on the future Dubard School for Language Disorders. School leaders…
MDOT State Equipment Operators Roadeo winners announced
JACKSON, MISS. – The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) held its annual State Equipment Operators Roadeo at the Gulfport Sportsplex on Thursday, July 16. Focusing on efficiency and skill, MDOT’s Roadeos provide employees with an opportunity to display their mastery of vehicle…