New Ocean Springs infusion clinic expands access to care for South Mississippi patients
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-For many South Mississippians who depend on regular infusion treatments, accessing care can mean hours on the road. Now, a…
Pet of the Week: Rocco is looking for a forever home
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King to tell us about…
Mockingbird Café in Bay St. Louis remembers Dolly Parton
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Mockingbird Café in Bay St. Louis is remembering the life and legacy of Dolly Parton. The café gathers each year for their…
United Way of South Mississippi remembers Dolly Parton
United Way of South Mississippi is sharing their thoughts on the passing of Dolly Parton. The organization says her legacy lives on through the state’s children. Through Imagination…
Governor Reeves releases statement on the passing of Dolly Parton
Governor Reeves released a statement on the passing of music legend Dolly Parton. Taking to social media, Governor Reeves says she was an American music icon and an even better person. He adds the state is praying for Dolly Parton’s…
Local farmers concerned about impacts of increased beef imports as President Trump cuts tariffs
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Trump administration has announced its plans to suspend tariffs on ground beef and allow up to 300,000…
August’s edition of Friday at the Fort kicks off this Friday
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss (WXXV)-The Ocean Springs Chamber Main Street Tourism and the City of Ocean Springs are inviting the community to enjoy a free event this Friday. Friday at the Fort takes place August 28 from 6 p.m. to 9…
Improvement project underway at Lark Park in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- A major upgrade is on the way for one of Gautier’s most popular community parks. City leaders have broken ground on a $1.5 million project…
New UMMC partnerships targets maternal health
A new initiative is aiming to address Mississippi’s maternal health crisis and improve outcomes for mothers across the state. The University of Mississippi Medical Center is partnering with the Mississippi…
Pennsylvania man killed in three-vehicle crash on Highway 43 in Hancock County
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. — A Pennsylvania man died following a three-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Hancock County, according to the Mississippi Highway Patrol. The crash happened at approximately 2 p.m. on Aug. 24, 2026, along Highway 43. Investigators said a…
Harrison County leaders speak at the State of the County Address
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County leaders gathered Tuesday morning at the IP Casino for the 2026 State of the County Address. Local officials outlined…
The Gulfport School District mourns the loss of Gulfport High student
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport School District is mourning the loss of Gulfport High student Levi Edwards. In a statement released Tuesday, the school district says they are deeply saddened by the passing of Levi, a tenth grader. The district says…
AccelerateMS, State Office of Student Financial Aid launch UPSKILL MS Grant
Mississippi adults looking to build new skills for in-demand careers could now get some help paying for school. AccelerateMS and the Mississippi Office of Student…
AG Fitch announces 2026 Opioid Settlement Fund Grant Cycle
(Jackson, Mississippi) On behalf of the Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Council, Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced new materials are now available for the 2026 Opioid Settlement Fund grant cycle on her website and on a comprehensive new portal for prospective…
August deals at Savvy Sliders
We may be in the final stretch of August, but Savvy Sliders still has some solid deals to wrap up the month. Here to tell us all about that is General…
Two arrested after attempted armed robbery leads to shooting in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people have been arrested after an attempted robbery led to a shooting Monday evening in Gulfport, police said. Officers responded around 5:09 p.m. on Aug. 24 to the area of West Oak Drive and Victory Street,…
Ocean Springs High School ranked #1 by U.S. News and World Report
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs High School has been named the number one traditional high school in Mississippi by U.S. News and World…
State lawmakers react to beef tariff decision
Some Mississippi lawmakers are giving some slight pushback on the Trump administration’s plan to suspend tariffs on ground beef imports. That would allow up to 300,000 pounds of beef…
City of Moss Point celebrates upgrades to Riverfront Park
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-Over the weekend, the City of Moss Point celebrated the latest step in the revitalization of the city’s Riverfront. The celebration coincided with the…
Ocean Springs State of the City Address scheduled for this week
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street will be hosting Mayor Bobby Cox's state of the city address later this week. On August 26, the public is invited to Bacchus on the Bayou at 8 a.m. Those who…
Salvation Army seeking donations to support Gulf Coast families and community programs
The Salvation Army is asking the community to clean out their closets, garages, and storage rooms as its family store deals with a shortage…
Lakeview Nursing Center brings Waffle House experience to residents for National Waffle Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Lakeview Nursing Center celebrated National Waffle Day with a Waffle House inspired breakfast for its residents. The menu included waffles,…
One killed in Jackson County single-vehicle crash
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- One person is dead after a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 10 in Jackson County on Sunday morning. The Mississippi Highway Patrol says that at around 3:15 a.m., 25-year-old Adonis Simms of D'Iberville was driving on…
Man injured in Gulfport shooting
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Gulfport Police Department is searching for the suspect responsible for a shooting that left one man injured on Monday afternoon. Police say the shooting took place at around 5:10 p.m. in the area of Loposser…