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…
Rouses opening doors Wednesday morning in PIcayune
Rouses has transformed the River Ridge Shopping Center. Previously a Winn-Dixie, the new store is opening its doors Wednesday morning at 8 AM with a big ribbon cutting…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Pass Christian Harbor previewing Hook 'Em for Heroes Fishing Tournament
A new event is on the calendar this year that will provide fun for coast anglers and help others in the process. The event is called Hook 'Em for Heroes…
State accountability grades show more than 85 percent of schools rated C or above
The Mississippi Department of Education released accountability grades for the 2023-24 school year, which show 85.7% of schools and 93.9% of districts earned a grade of C or higher. The largest-ever share of Mississippi districts are now rated A, B…
Picayune hosting BugFest 2024 this weekend
Barb Medlock comes to WXXV News 25 to discuss BugFest 2024 happening at the Crosby Arboretum. BugFest 2024 is happening this weekend, with a photo contest available for guests to take…
Hattiesburg Police investigating dead body found near elementary school
Hattiesburg Police are investigating a dead body found near Thames Elementary School in Hattiesburg this morning. Police said on their social media that officers were called about 7:20 a.m. Tuesday to check a report of a body is found near…
Salvation Army preparing for Christmas season
With just 100 days remaining until Christmas, the Salvation Army is preparing for another season of helping others. Thousands along the Gulf Coast are currently facing food and housing insecurity, adding another challenge…
Biloxi High School's student led Tribe TV Airs on Biloxi Television
Journalism students at Biloxi High School are now taking their skills from the classroom and bringing them to the local airwaves. Biloxi High's, Tribe TV, is a weekly student led broadcast which highlights…
Local Marine honored as Region 3 coordinator of the year for Toys for Tots
A Gulfport Marine who has been the local Toys for Tots coordinator was recognized for his work last weekend at a conference in St. Louis. Gunnery Sgt.…
Mississippi kid wins national Smokey Bear and Woodsey Owl Poster Contest
One fourth grader from Mississippi is the national grand prize winner for the Smokey Bear and Woodsey Owl Poster Contest! The winner is Aiden Finkelstein from Pearl. The contest…