Mississippi Songwriters Festival kicks off at the Mary C. on Thursday
The Mississippi Songwriters Festival is kicking off Thursday, September 19th! There will be over 125 songwriters in over 11 venues from Ocean Springs to Gautier.…
Moss Point School District ranked #1 on the coast for college and career readiness
Moss Point School District is ranked #1 among Coastal schools and #4 in the state in college and career readiness! The school district maintains their B rating. For the first time in history of the accountability model, Escatawpa Upper Elementary…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Picayune for the Rouses Market grand opening
Rouses Markets is celebrating the grand opening of its newest Mississippi store at the River Ridge Shopping Center in Picayune. The doors opened at 8AM, welcoming customers to explore a wide range…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Crash on I-10 eastbound at Alabama stateline
A crash on I-10 past the AL State Line in Jackson County has the RIGHT eastbound lane BLOCKED. Law enforcement are on scene directing traffic. Motorists should use caution when approaching the area.
Bay Waveland School District ranked #5 in the state
Out of 144 school districts in Mississippi, Bay St. Louis-Waveland School District is officially ranked #5 in the state following the release of test scores from the Mississippi Department of Education. They are the third highest ranked school district on…
Southern District Public Service Commissioner Wayne Carr responds to Coast Electric billing error and rate adjustments
BILOXI, MS (September 18, 2024)— Southern District Mississippi Public Service Commissioner Wayne Carr wants to inform the public about a recent billing error affecting approximately 4,500 Coast Electric accounts. From January 2024 until August 23, 2024, these members were inadvertently…
Mother of teen killed at The Scratch Kitchen files wrongful death lawsuit
The mother of a man who was shot and killed at The Scratch Kitchen in Ocean Springs has filed a federal wrongful death lawsuit. Kimberly Harmon, the mother of Chayse Harmon, filed the lawsuit on August 2, 2024, alleging the…
WXXV Exclusive: Visiting First Lady Elee Reeves
Some members of the WXXV News 25 crew had an exciting day visiting the Governor’s Mansion in Jackson and sitting down with First Lady Elee Reeves. Tune into WXXV…
UPDATE: No threat from 'potentially concerning' social media thread related to George County Middle School
The George County School District has been made aware of a potentially concerning social media thread related to George County Middle School. The George County School District investigated the social media thread with the assistance of surrounding law enforcement agencies…
09/18 Ryan's "Misty Start" Wednesday Morning Forecast
It was slightly cooler this morning, and while the humidity did drop some it didn't drop enough to keep us from enjoying another misty morning across South MS. Like…
Derick Hall's One Percent Foundation gives back to those who saved his life 23 years ago in the NICU at Memorial hospital
September is neonatal intensive care unit, or NICU, awareness month. If you are from the Mississippi Gulf coast, and follow along with sports…
Pascagoula renames street after local D-Day veteran
On Tuesday night, the Pascagoula City Council passed a motion to rename McVey Court into Jim McInnis court, their way of honoring a local hero. Jim McInnis is a…
Beach Elementary ranked #1 elementary school in Mississippi
South Mississippi school districts are celebrating after the release of the state academic accountability reports today. Some south Mississippi schools coming out at the top of their respective…
Mississippi Elections Division delivered suspicious package
Mississippi Secretary of State's office revealed election officials in the Magnolia State were targeted with a suspicious package this week. That package was delivered Monday to the Mississippi Elections…
Big Brothers Big Sisters looking for volunteers on the Gulf Coast
Big Brothers, Big Sisters Gulf Coast President Aimee Risser and big sister Mimi come to the WXXV News 25 studio to discuss the need of…
Inaugural Hook 'Em for Heroes fishing tournament this weekend
A group of South Mississippians have created a new fishing tournament with the goal of supporting first responders. Hook 'Em for Heroes is a charity fishing tournament. The mission…
Biloxi Shuckers heading to playoffs for first time since 2019
The Biloxi Shuckers are heading to playoffs for the first time since 2019! WXXV News 25's Jevan McCoskey is at Keesler Federal Park ahead of the…
Mississippi resident wins $126k at IP Casino
One $7 bet left one Mississippi resident $126,000 richer. The best part, it happened on Friday the 13th. The guest won made the bet asked to remain anonymous. A…
Pass Christian School District celebrates academic milestone
All schools in the Pass Christian School District earned an "A' rating for the first time since 2013. Pass Christian ranks 6th our of 145 total districts in the Magnolia State. The district is planning to hold an academic pep…
Ocean Springs School District ranks #1 in Mississippi
The Ocean Springs School District retains its top ranking for the second consecutive year. In addition, Ocean Springs High School ranks the #3 high school in the Magnolia State. The middle school also ranks as the #8 overall middle schools.
Ochsner Medical Center hosting flu vaccine fair
There's a chance for you to get your flu shot in Bay St. Louis this Saturday. The vaccine fair runs from 8 until noon at Ochsner Medical Center Hancock. You must bring your ID and insurance cards. The cost of…
New historical marker for 1814 Battle of Bay St. Louis
The city of Bay St. Louis is receiving recognition for a battle that took place in 1814. A new state historical marker is being unveiled on…
Pet Of The Week: Coconut is looking for a forever home!
Today Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter brings in Coconut for the Pet of the Week!
Mississippi Aquarium hosting Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtle release
The Mississippi Aquarium is releasing two Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles on Thursday. The Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles are being released in front of Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The…