Third annual Sunflower Festival returns to the Jackson County Fairgrounds
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, look no further than the third annual Sunflower Festival at the Jackson County…
Pascagoula unveiling new attraction celebrating the city’s history
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is inviting the public to attend the official unveiling of the ‘Story of Pascagoula: A Historical Pathway.’ It’s a new attraction…
EEECHO hosting bus tour of Treme community in Gulfport
The Education, Economics, Environmental, Climate, and Health Organization is bringing Gulfport residents together to take a closer look at the proposed Gulfport road project. Joining us now…
Salvation Army Kroc Center celebrating 15th anniversary
The Kroc Center is celebrating its 15th anniversary next week and as part of the festivities they are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair. Joining us to tell us more…
$4 million allotted for telehealth efforts in Mississippi
Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde Smith are celebrating a health care win for the state. More than $4 million has been awarded to the University of Mississippi…
Sewer lift station upgrades complete in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Waveland completed a roughly $3.5 million project to upgrade ten of its largest sewer lift stations. That work includes ten new pumps and…
Gulfport City Councilwoman responds to deadly shooting at AT&T store
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Community members continue to mourn the loss of two people in a shooting at an AT&T store in Gulfport Monday. Flowers, balloons, and…
Coast person wins $1 million lottery ticket from Long Beach gas station
A Gulfport lottery person is one million dollars richer after hitting it big on a scratch off ticket. The Mississippi Lottery says the player bought the winning $30 ‘millionaire maker’ ticket Monday at a Shell station in Long Beach. The…
St. Joseph Hospice honoring first responders
Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11. Here in Gulfport, a special Celebration of Life event will bring first responders…
Small Sliders shares game day menu for football watch parties
Football season is here and that means it is time to get the crew together for some game day food! Whether you’re hosting a watch party…
WXXV Pet of the Week: Lane 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 as always is Katie King…
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, Salvation Army team up to support expecting veteran mothers
For expecting and new mothers who have served our country, a little support can go a long way. That’s why the…
State Court of Appeals upholds Jackson County man’s murder sentence
The Mississippi Court of Appeals has upheld the murder conviction and life sentence of a Jackson County man. Thomas Pearson was convicted of first-degree murder for…
Survivors of AT&T shooting share story of tragic events
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- As the Gulf Coast community mourns the deaths of two people shot and killed at a Gulfport AT&T store on Labor Day, two…
Housing summit in Gulfport to bring resources to veterans, local families
The path to homeownership can be challenging to navigate, but a housing summit taking place this month is connecting veterans and other families with resources to help make…
Biloxi Seafood Festival returns to the Coast this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- If you love seafood, live music, and a good time on the Coast, you’re not going to want to miss this. The 45th annual…
Pink Hearts Fund hosting Cancer Awareness Ball
When cancer enters the game, no one should have to play alone. We are joined in studio by Pink Heart Funds to discuss their upcoming Out of Bounds Cancer…
Youth Explosion outreach event geared to helping youth
For one night, our community comes together with one mission: leave your porch light on. It may seem simple, but it can send a powerful message. We are…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free access to first responders
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is offering free access for first responders to its campus throughout the week. Running until September 11, first responders and medical personnel…
7 Brew cuts the ribbon on Ocean Springs location ahead of grand opening next week
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- 7 Brew is getting ready to open its new Ocean Springs location on Monday, September 14. The…
Stone County School District enhancing safety measurements at school events
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Stone County schools are adding a new layer of security at campus and athletic events. The district is implementing the Opengate Weapons…
Moss Point mayor discusses tree and limb removal
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight took to social media Monday for a new episode of River City Chat yesterday. In this entry, Mayor Knight…
Mississippi Highway Patrol releases Labor Day 2026 travel period numbers
The Mississippi Highway Patrol has released the numbers from its Labor Day travel period. Across the state, troopers responded to 136 crashes with 44 injuries, including two deadly crashes. As we’ve reported, one of those deadly crashes happened Sunday morning…
D’Iberville Warriors rededicate renovated football field to Coach Buddy Singleton
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Warrior community came together Friday to honor the original warrior, Coach Buddy Singleton. D’Iberville High rededicated its renovated football field in…