WXXV Votes Election Preview October 31st
The November 5th general election is fast approaching and WXXV News 25’s got you covered as you prepare to cast your ballot. Tune in on October 31st at 9 p.m.…
St. Patrick High journalism class visits WXXV
We here at WXXV News 25 had a special treat this morning. The St. Patrick Catholic High School journalism class took a field trip to our WXXV News Station.…
MSU President Dr. Mark Keenum on the Gulf Coast
Mississippi State University President Dr. Mark Keenum served as a visiting speaker at Thursday’s Gulf Coast Business Council meeting. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more.
SONIC Fills Local Schools' Classroom Libraries
ATLANTA (October 24, 2024) - SONIC® Drive-In donates a portion of proceeds from every drink purchase to support local public schools through the brand's Limeades for Learning® initiative. This fall, SONIC is going all-in on reading for National Book Month,…
Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars fundraiser benefitting Mississippi Aquarium
The Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars Fundraiser kicks off this evening, raising essential funds for the Mississippi Aquarium. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest on what South Mississippi can expect…
NASA Stennis Takes Key Step in Expanding its Range Operations Work
NASA’s Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, has entered into an agreement with Skydweller Aero Inc. for the company to operate its solar-powered autonomous aircraft in the site’s restricted airspace, a key step towards achieving a strategic center…
Search for missing man leads to his body in Moss Point and arrest in case
A Moss Point man has been charged in connection with a missing man found dead on Wednesday morning. Police said 22-year-old Johnny Anderson was charged with murder and was taken to Jackson County jail. Bond has not been set pending…
WXXV stops by Mert’s Satsumas in Gulfport
The Orange Grove community in Gulfport is aptly named because it once boasted multiple orange farms. One farm in the area still carrying on the tradition. WXXV News 25’s…
Livestock at the Jackson County Fair
The Jackson County Fair is in full swing, but one of the biggest events is still on the horizon. At the Jackson County Fair, there’s plenty to keep you busy.…
Hobie Sailboat Championships at Ocean Springs Yacht Club
Did you know the Ocean Springs Yacht Club is hosting a hobie sailboat national championship, featuring racers from all over? WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter has more...
Ocean Springs officer honored by Keesler Federal Credit Union
The Ocean Springs Police had a member honored by Keesler Federal Credit Union. Officer Trey Smith was selected as a First Responder of the Year. Officer Smith serves in the…
In-person absentee voting begins Saturday, October 26th
The first day for in-person absentee voting begins this weekend. Circuit Clerk Offices will be open from 8 until noon on October 26th. The last day to vote absentee…
Vidalia Road under I-10 closing 7 PM on October 23rd
A road closure for Harrison County residents to be aware of, Vidalia Road going under I-10 will be closing at 7 PM on October 23rd. The bridge over Vidalia Road will have work being done, Vidalia Road closing to avoid…
WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. is live at Mert’s Satsumas
Mert’s Satsumas is a family-owned citrus farm operated by Glenn and Valeri Merritt. It began with a dream in 1999 and has blossomed into a thriving five-acre…
‘A Way Out’ filming in South Mississippi
One up and coming independent movie is being filmed right here in South Mississippi. Cast and crew of ‘A Way Out’ have been filming recently at a Biloxi house.…
10/23 WXXV's 'Weather Kid' Wednesday
John Salem of St. Vincent de Paul School in Long Beach is WXXV's Oct. 23 Weather Kid! If you’d like your child to be our next WXXV Weather Kid, just…
Biloxi Public Schools to roll out new fleet of electric school buses
Biloxi Public Schools recently announced a new initiative which would introduce the largest fleet of electric school buses in Mississippi. Funded through an 11 million dollar grant from the Environmental Protection Agency's,…
Biloxi barbershop could potentially be city's newest landmark
Tyrone's Barber and Beauty Shop has been providing hair services in Biloxi for several decades, and could now potentially be Biloxi's latest city landmark. On Tuesday's Biloxi City Council meeting, a first reading…
New AiM UP Lab teaches students about manufacturing at the MGCCC Harrison County campus
One of the biggest industries on the Mississippi Coast is manufacturing, but advances in automation seem to be making less jobs available. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the grand opening of…
Officials break ground on Gulf Coast Rail Project in Mobile
Federal and regional transportation leaders making the next steps in the return of passenger rail to the Coast today. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was in Mobile…
Biloxi Fire Department honors three fallen firefighters
Biloxi Fire Department honored three first responders who lost their lives in the line of duty with a memorial service at the Biloxi Cemetery. Kurt Jacquet and Carl Ohr…
Biloxi Fire Department giving back with ‘Fill the Boot’ drive
The Biloxi Fire Department is supporting the Muscular Dystrophy Association with their annual Fill the Boot Drive. This year marks 70 years of partnership between firefighters…
Representative Mike Ezell gives update on legislative impacts to Gulf Coast
Congressman Mike Ezell updated South Mississippians today on legislation in Congress right now that may have impacts for the Mississippi Coast. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter…
Ocean Springs man to serve 45 years for DUI deaths of New Orleans sisters
An Ocean Springs man will spend 45 years in prison for causing the deaths of sisters from New Orleans in a drunk driving collision in 2022. 45-year-old Joseph Nangle was sentenced to two 25-year sentences with 45 years to serve…