Wiggins Police Department prioritizing church security and safety
According to the Family Research Council, attacks on churches and their congregations nearly doubled in 2023 -- and this is why the Wiggins Police Department is encouraging their…
Welcome Reporter Lucas Warren to the WXXV News Team
Welcome WXXV News 25’s newest Reporter Lucas Warren to the South Mississippi team! He comes to us from North Carolina, but has New York City roots. Lucas wants to know everyone on the Coast, if you see him out reporting…
Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs hosted a ‘stay safe and play’ event
The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs hosted its annual ‘Stay Safe and Play Event’ on Sunday. The 3rd annual event was geared towards teaching…
Tests being run to identify body found in Pearlington
The state Medical Examiner's Office is conducting tests on a body found in Pearlington on Friday. Hancock County Sheriff Ricky Adam said the lab is taking DNA from the remains found near 9th Avenue should help identify the person. Adam…
4th of July Jubilee in Long Beach
The City of Long Beach kicked off Independence Day Festivities with its second annual Fourth of July Jubilee. It was an all-day affair at the town green with a…
School supply drive hosted by Link Family Resource Center
One organization in Moss Point is hosting an inaugural school supply drive. The Link Family Resource Center is collecting supplies to benefit families in Jackson, George, and Greene Counties. An Amazon list was created, allowing the public to donate for…
Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at South Coast Fireworks in Moss Point with some helpful tips on firework safety
In preparation of the upcoming 4th of July celebration, tents and stands selling fireworks are beginning to appear. The main focus of this holiday is enjoying our freedom with loved…
Mississippi sets new laws on Medicaid during pregnancy, school funding, inheritance and alcohol
BY EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Updated 10:53 AM CDT, June 28, 2024 Share JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi is enacting several new laws, including one that says sign language courses may replace foreign language courses for students to earn credit toward high…
Mississippi Aquarium invites families to ‘Pancakes for Penguins’ event
GULFPORT, Miss. – Families of all ages will be able to enjoy a very special breakfast experience during Mississippi Aquarium’s Pancakes for Penguins July 6, 7, 13, and 14. This experience will feature a catered pancake breakfast by Brick & Spoon, penguin…
New area code 471 announced for northern/central mississippi
JACKSON, MS (June 27, 2024)— The Mississippi Public Service Commission, on June 13, 2024, approved a new area code to be assigned to the same area occupied by the 662 code. The new area code is 471. According to the…
July 4th Designated a ‘Free Fishing Day’
The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks (MDWFP) is excited to announce Thursday, July 4th is a "Free Fishing Day”, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy fishing without a license on any public water throughout the state. MDWFP encourages…
BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Summer National Empty the Shelters™ Event
BISSELL Pet Foundation is prompting a national call for adoption by hosting it’s Summer National Empty the Shelters™ event from July 8-31, 2024, at 390+ organizations in 4 states. This effort has helped more than 253,000 pets find loving homes,…
IRS announces tax relief for taxpayers impacted by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding in Mississippi
WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today tax relief for individuals and businesses in Mississippi that were affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding that began on April 8, 2024. These taxpayers now have until Nov. 1, 2024,…
Diamondhead launches new “community read” program
DIAMONDHEAD, MS ─ What if everyone in the community read the same book, then joined together to discuss it? This is the core idea behind a new “community reading” program that will launch, officially, on July 1, 2024, in Diamondhead.…
Pearl River County SPCA Launches "20K for 20K" Fundraiser to Celebrate 20,000 Followers
Picayune, MS - June 14, 2024 - The Pearl River County SPCA is thrilled to announce the launch of its "20K for 20K" fundraiser, celebrating the milestone of reaching 20,000 followers on Facebook. This special fundraiser aims to raise $20,000—just…
Tropical Storm Beryl continues to strengthen as it moves westward
Tropical Storm Beryl is strengthening in the central Atlantic Ocean and is a hurricane threat to the Windward Islands, but then faces an uncertain future in the Caribbean Sea. The tropical storm could be a hurricane by Sunday morning…
Free event "Friday at the Fort" held for residents in Ocean Springs
This is a monthly event from April to September that is held on the last Friday of each month. Located on Front Beach Drive, attendees can witness beachfront views and beautiful sunsets…
Friday at the Forts happening every Friday in Ocean Springs
Every Friday, the community gathers at Fort Maurepas in Ocean Springs for a little weekend fun. News 25's Ethan Krauss was there tonight to tell us about the fun…
Tatonut expands hours to include Sunday
There's some exciting news out of one iconic business in the City of Discovery. Tatonut announced they are opening on Sundays. Customers lined up starting at 5 Friday morning ahead…
FEMA and MEMA open disaster center in Hancock County
Relief is on the way for those in Hancock County following those damaging April storms. FEMA and MEMA officials have set up a disaster center at the Hancock County Tax…
St. Martin teacher receives free classroom makeover of her dreams
Avery Warrick is a 2nd grade teacher, and as she heads into her third year teaching she has an entirely new classroom ready for her. Warrick…
Rick Cleveland inducted into Hall of Fame
The Mississippi Press Association is holding its convention at the Golden Nugget. The organization is inducting long-time sports columnist Rick Cleveland into its Hall of Fame. News 25's…
MDOT advises drivers of road closures for work, inspections
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is advising drivers of some closures this weekend. Kiln-Delise Road at Interstate 10 will be closed Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. while crews perform work on the bridge deck…
WXXV’s Brooke Parker speaks with St. Martin teacher who won a classroom makeover
One teacher in St. Martin won a classroom decoration for the upcoming school year. WXXV News 25’s Brooke Parker is at the room…