Penny Estates Light Show
The Mississippi Coast is home to many holiday activities but one that's been growing in popularity is the Penny Estates Light Show. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren is in Long Beach tonight…
Mississippi Power donates 140 bikes to Salvation Army
Mississippi Power has donated 162 bikes to the Salvation Army after fundraising all year. The Salvation Army was surprised with the delivery at their Family Store. These bikes will…
11 children united with their forever families for the holidays
In collaboration with child protective services Jackson County was able to unite 11 children with their forever families. The adoption process can be a hard and lengthy battle, so being able to complete this…
Rick Burris with DMR in studio to talk about oyster population on the Gulf Coast
Department of Marine Resources Chief Scientific Officer Rick Burris is in studio to talk about what we hope is the beginning…
Jackson County Celebrates Top Spellers in Scripps National Spelling Bee
Jackson County, MS — December 10, 2024 — The stage was electric with excitement as the brightest young spellers of Jackson County competed in the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee regional competition. After hours of intense competition, three remarkable students…
Quality Seafood sales manager to serve prison time for role in mislabeling seafood
Todd Rosetti will spend 8 months in federal prison for his role in mislabeling seafood at Quality Seafood and Poultry. The sales manager for the seafood distribution company was the only one…
Gulfport man to serve 10 years for trying to lure child into having sex
A Gulfport man will spend 10 years in prison for trying to lure a child for sexual purposes. 36-year-old Justin Cripps was sentenced to 30 years, with 20 suspended, by Judge Chris Schmidt. He will serve the sentence without chance…
Cold-Weather Shelter Opening in Harrison County
Due to anticipated cold weather conditions, one shelter will open in Harrison County tonight. D’Iberville - Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Center – Opens at 4:30 pm 10395 Automall Parkway, D’Iberville Transportation assistance is available; call Coast Transit Authority at (228) 896-8080…
St. Patrick Catholic High student selected for U.S. Senate Youth Program
Some very exciting news out of St. Patrick High School! Senior Shayleen Moeini has been selected for the United States Senate Youth Program. Moeini has…
Cold-stunned turtles picked up after plane diverted due to weather
Cold-stunned turtles meant for the Mississippi Gulf Coast had to be diverted due to weather in the area. Those turtles were being flown into Million Air…
A fugitive gains fame in New Orleans eluding dart guns and nets
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A scruffy little fugitive is on the lam again in New Orleans, gaining fame as he outwits a tenacious band of citizens armed with night-vision binoculars, nets and a tranquilizer rifle. Scrim, a 17-pound mutt that’s mostly terrier,…
Super Bowl Experience tickets on sale
Super Bowl 59 will draw in over 100,000 fans to New Orleans. If you don’t plan on finding a ticket to the game, you can still join in on the…
Senator Hyde-Smith meets Defense nominee Pete Hegseth
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde Smith sat down with Defense Secretary Nominee Peter Hegseth. Hyde-Smith met with Hegseth on Tuesday afternoon. Hyde Smith and Hegseth met to discuss his outlook as President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to be secretary of Defense. In…
Deadline to request Feed the Needy meal approaching
It’s true when they say time flies during the holiday season because we’re back to talking about Harrison County’s Feed the Needy program. The deadline to request a…
Michael Quintero named Huntington Learning Center and WXXV November Teacher of the Month
Michael Quintero has been named the WXXV and Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month for November. Quintero is the robotics instructor at Bayou View Middle School, giving students hands-on…
West Gulfport Civic Club's Community Christmas Dinner
To celebrate the holiday season, the West Gulfport Civic Club held their annual community Christmas dinner. WXXV News 25's Lucas Warren was at the Gaston Point Community Center with more.
Singing River hosts blood drive in honor of employee
Singing River Health System is hosting blood drive this week across all three hospital locations in honor of Teresa Powell, a dedicated employee of Singing River Gulfport’s café…
Alderman at Large Donald Frazer talks about potential casino in Long Beach
Long Beach Alderman at Large Donald Frazer is in studio to talk about the latest news surrounding the city’s long anticipated casino project.
Widows Walk gather at Sassy’s Restaurant for Christmas luncheon
The ladies at Sassy’s Restaurant put on another event for South Mississippi widows to come together for support and companionship during this holiday season. WXXV News 25’s…
Kindergartener in Long Beach surprised with a dream vacation
Mykelti, a kindergartener in Long Beach who is in remission from her battle with cancer, was surprised with a vacation of a lifetime by the Make-A-Wish foundation of Mississippi.
Gulfport Harbor Lights closed due to weather
Due to forecasted inclement weather continuing into this evening, the Gulfport Harbor Lights - Winter Festival will remain closed tonight, December 10, 2024. All guests holding tickets for tonight’s event will automatically receive a voucher to reschedule their visit for…
Biloxi School District mourns Upper Elementary teacher
The Biloxi School District said goodbye to one of its teachers this week. In a social media post, the district said, "It is with profound sadness that we say goodbye to one of our beloved Indian Nation teachers, Biloxi Upper…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula for the Singing River Blood Drive
Singing River Health System is hosting blood drives this week across all three hospital locations in honor of Teresa Powell, a dedicated employee of Singing River Gulfport's Cafe and a stroke survivor…
William Carey University holding Illuminating Tradition event
The William Carey University Tradition Campus is hosting their illuminating event. Head out from 5 to 7 p.m. this evening. The event has been moved indoors due to expected…