Santa Claus makes his way to Edgewater Mall
Santa Claus making his way to Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The Big Man of Christmas makes his way to the mall November 9th at 11 AM. He will be located in front of Dillard's. Be sure to bring your list,…
Biloxi Chamber of Commerce opens applications for Junior Leadership Program
The Biloxi Chamber of Commerce is looking for 9th graders interested in their Junior Leadership Program. The program is open for all 9th graders living in Biloxi or attending a Biloxi school. The deadline to apply is coming up, the…
Delta State University awarded $1m grant for new flight simulator
Delta State University is being awarded a $1 million grant for a new flight simulator... The grant is going to the school's Commercial Aviation Department, paving the way for…
Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church hosting Thanksgiving meal giveaway in Ocean Springs
The Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Ocean Springs providing a community-wide Thanksgiving meal giveaway on Saturday. The drive-thru starts at 11:30 AM and lasts until 1:30 PM. On the menu includes turkey, ham, cornbread, dessert, a drink, and cranberry sauce.…
Memorial Health System Agrees to Acquire Merit Health Biloxi
GULFPORT, Mississippi – November 8, 2024 – On November 8, 2024, Memorial Health System entered into an agreement with a subsidiary of Community Health Systems, Inc. to acquire full ownership of Merit Health Biloxi. The transaction is expected to be completed in…
WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. stops by Coffee with First Responders event
The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce's 'Coffee with First Responders' event took place this morning. This event is designed to connect community members with local first…
Stone County asks public's help to find burglary suspect
Stone County Sheriff's Department is asking the public's help to identify a suspect in an early morning burglary. The department posted on social media that a convenience store had a break-in early Friday morning. Security cameras captured an image of…
Salvation Army red kettles returning outside local stores for the holiday season
Beginning on November 16, the Salvation Army bells will ring outside Rouses and other select grocery stores stores across the coast, with a full launch planned for Walmart and other…
Hattiesburg Zoo's hyena cub has gender reveal
The hyena cub at the Hattiesburg Zoo had a gender reveal earlier today... It's a boy! Mother Pili's two previous cubs were female, so this is exciting news for…
Gautier High School honored veterans at annual Veterans Day Breakfast
Gautier High School hosted its annual Veterans Breakfast Celebration this morning. This event honoring all who have served and still serve with hundreds of guests in…
Citywide Leisure and Recreation District Coming to Gautier
Gautier City Council has voted to allow a Leisure and Recreation District. This new ordinance will allow customers at certain businesses to take their liquor to-go.
President-elect Trump names Susie Wiles as chief of staff
By ZEKE MILLER, MICHELLE L. PRICE and JILL COLVIN WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Donald Trump has named Susie Wiles, the manager of his victorious campaign, as his White House chief of staff. Wiles is widely credited within and outside Trump’s…
Harrison County Sheriff's Department adding new member to the force
The Harrison County Sheriff's Department adding a new officer! Or should we say Paw-ficer? The pup is heading to school to become…
Mississippi Sneaker Culture hosting convention on November 10th
One group on the Mississippi Gulf Coast are hosting a convention for all sneaker lovers this weekend! Co-founders of Mississippi Sneaker Culture John Carter and Randy Richardson join WXXV…
Mississippi Power hosting Hazardous Waste Collection Day
Mississippi Power is hosting a Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, November 9th. Mississippi Power Spokesperson Jeff Shepard comes to the WXXV News 25 studio to talk about when…
Laurel man dies in crash in Stone County
A Laurel man died Monday afternoon in a fatal crash on Highway 49 in Stone County. 65-year-old Bruce Gavin of Laurel was traveling north on Highway 49 when his vehicle left the roadway and collided with several trees. Mississippi Highway…
WXXV’s Everett Ganier Jr. is at the Gautier High Veterans Breakfast
Gautier High School is honoring all who served and all who serve for its 25th annual breakfast celebration. The team at Gautier High School says…
Broadwater Marina getting some needed revitalization work done
The Mississippi Secretary of State's Office has begun a restoration project on the Mississippi Gulf Coast aimed at revitalizing the infrastructure of the 30-acre, state-owned area known locally as the Broadwater Marina that sits south of Highway 90. The property…
MBI investigating officer-involved shooting in Monticello
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation is investigating an officer-involved shooting involving the Monticello Police Department that occurred on Wednesday, November 6, 2024. Officers with the Monticello Police Department encountered a subject near a gas station who presented a weapon at…
Veterans Day events in South Mississippi
WXXV has compiled a list of Veterans Day events coming up in November. If you don't see your event listed here, please email us at news@wxxv25.com with the information and we'll add it! Nov. 7 9 am -- Veterans Day…
South Mississippians getting early start on holiday lights despite warm temperatures
South Mississippians are definitely feeling holly, jolly and hot as the holiday season is quickly approaching with record-high temperatures. Although the heat and humidity might be making…
Winn-Dixie along HWY 49 in Gulfport closing its doors to become an ALDI
The Winn-Dixie in Gulfport along Highway 49 is heading into its final days, as on November 10 it will shut its doors to transition into the newest ALDI location. Signs…
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month
November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. This month, shelters and rescues across the country are taking the time out to highlight the many wonderful senior pets looking for…
WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola sits down with newest WXXV team member Dave Elliott
Big news here at WXXV today, veteran news anchor Dave Elliott is joining the WXXV News Team! News 25’s Grant Chighizola sits…