Long Beach Chamber of Commerce celebrates small businesses with grants
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce is celebrating small businesses in a big way, announcing $40,000 in grants for local owners. Grants…
Ocean Springs teen critically injured after falling from moving car
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- An Ocean Springs teen is in critical condition after an accident involving a car Thursday night. Ocean Springs police say it happened around 8 p.m. Thursday on Johnson Street. There, they say three teens were engaged…
Grand opening of The Downtowner in Gulfport fast approaching; owner shares details
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Downtowner, a new breakfast and lunch restaurant in Gulfport is set to open it's doors on Tuesday, June 9.…
Wiggins Fire Department testing fire hydrants
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department is testing their hydrants this week. The tests started Wednesday and are expected to last over the next several months. Firefighters will be…
Pascagoula Police investigating possible isolated threat at Ingalls Shipbuilding
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- One person is in custody following reports of a possible threat at Ingalls Shipbuilding on Thursday, according to the Pascagoula Police Department. Police say an employee made a threat and mentioned a bomb. PPD arrived on scene…
Annual Red, White, and Blueberry Festival returns to Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The 21st annual Red, White, and Blueberry Festival is kicking off this weekend in Ocean Springs. The fun takes place in Downtown…
People over Politics community event in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The organization People over Politics Mississippi Gulf Coast is hosting a community event soon in Biloxi. The event takes place June 13 from 10 a.m. to 2…
Historic Saenger Theatre reopens in Biloxi after renovations
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Saenger Theatre in Biloxi was built in 1929. The historic venue is about to enjoy a new chapter in its life. After a long series…
Local shops prepare for National Donut Day
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Many businesses are preparing for a busy day Friday as customers get ready to celebrate National Donut Day. The annual sweet holiday brings donut lovers…
Mississippi Coast Coliseum pauses pro hockey, ice programming to continue
BILOXI, Miss. — The Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center has announced a pause in professional hockey operations following the Biloxi Breakers franchise ceasing operations. Coliseum officials say this marks the end of the current chapter of ice hockey at…
Salvation Army celebrates National Donut Day, tracing tradition back to WWI
June 5th is National Donut Day. The Salvation Army is celebrating the real cause of the day. The tradition started on the front lines of…
18-year-old arrested for string of burglaries in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Lucedale man is behind bars this evening after being connected to a string of car burglaries in the county. Investigators say the burglaries happened in the Magnolia Farms area and several nearby rural communities. Eighteen-year-old…
Community invited to free Family Health & Wellness Day at Blaylock Park
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coastal Family Health Center is inviting the public to a free event at Blaylock Park in Wiggins. Wiggins Family Health…
Work continues on beach restoration project in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’ve noticed construction along the beaches in Biloxi, it’s all part of a major shoreline restoration project in Harrison County. Phase one…
Mississippi school leaders sentenced in federal embezzlement case
Three people, including two former Mississippi school superintendents, are headed to federal prison for a scheme that stole nearly $400,000 in federal education funds. Federal prosecutors say former…
Crash on Highway 43 in Pearl River County leaves one dead, one injured
Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a fatal crash on Highway 43 in Pearl River County Wednesday. According to authorities, a 2017 Nissan Rouge was traveling south on Highway 43 when it collided with a 2015 Kia Soul. The driver of…
One dead, one injured in crash on Highway 26 in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- One person is dead and another injured in a crash in Stone County. On Wednesday, June 3, Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a crash on Highway 26. According to authorities, a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado driven by…
Moss Point police issue reminder on permitting process after unsanctioned car meet scheduled
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point police are reminding people about the city’s permitting policies after plans for an unsanctioned car meet is…
Dunkin’ offers for National Donut Day
Dunkin’ is revealing a special offer for Friday. June 5 is National Donut Day; Guests can receive any free donut with a drink purchase. This is the 16th year of…
WXXV’s Asia Ellis gives us a behind the scenes look as Tatonut prepares for National Donut Day
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re getting ready for a tasty day! National Donut Day is tomorrow. To get into the spirit, we’re checking to see how one iconic shop is…
Elementary realignment begins in the Long Beach School District
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Now that the school year is over, the elementary realignment in the Long Beach School District officially begins. The district shared photos of…
Singing River Hospice of Light Hosts memorial service honors loved ones
Families across the Gulf Coast gathered in Ocean Springs to remember loved ones and celebrate their lasting impact. Singing River Health System’s Hospice of Light…
Singing River Health System, Blood Center partner with Gulfport organizations to host blood drive
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System and the Blood Center have partnered with several Gulfport community organizations to host a two-day…
Elijah’s Closet seeks community support to continue serving the Mississippi Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Elijah’s Closet is asking for help. It’s a local nonprofit whose mission is to help children and families involved in, or…