WXXV Stories From 2023: September through December
We'll end the week with the last four months of the year, showcasing some of the biggest stories from September through December. SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 - Jimmy…
2024 Oath of Office ceremony hosted for Stone County
The Stone County Courthouse hosted the 2024 oath of office ceremony last night. The ceremony began at 6:30 PM and highlighted many individuals. Sheriff Todd Stewart…
Cities preparing for New Year’s Eve celebrations
We’re just two days away until we ring in the New Year and cities across South Mississippi are preparing now for big New Year’s Eve events. Ocean Springs and…
Body of missing Jackson County man found
The body of a missing Hurley man has been found. Joseph Ladnier’s body was discovered this afternoon near where his truck was found, according to authorities. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene of his truck parked on…
Founder of the American Family Association dies in Mississippi
TUPELO, Miss. (AP) — Donald Wildmon, the founder of the American Family Association, a conservative Christian advocacy group, has died, the organization announced Thursday. The 85-year-old Mississippi native died on Thursday from complications related to Lewy body dementia, an obituary…
Bring Safe Sober Driving into the New Year
JACKSON, MISS. – Ring in the new year with safe and sober driving. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants everyone to know that while a new year may be starting, the same rules apply: No driving under the influence. “Choosing…
WXXV Stories From 2023: May through August
WXXV wants to highlight a few stories from May through August of this year. MAY 16, 2023 - Ocean Springs shooting suspect extradited Starting…
Free community resource expo being held on January 13
Looking ahead to 2024, there will be a free community resource expo in Gulfport on Saturday, January 13. It will run from 9 in the morning until…
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson hosts retirement party
Harrison County Sheriff Troy Peterson held his retirement party Thursday morning. "My biggest thing is I'm going to miss the people I work for you, I work with…
Celebrating the New Year at the Oyster Drop in Bay St. Louis
On Sunday, Bay St. Louis residents will be celebrating the New Year at the Oyster Drop at 200 North Beach Restaurant. There will be live music and fireworks. Fireworks and the oyster drop will take place at midnight! The city…
Cold-weather shelters opening across the Coast
In anticipation of cold-weather conditions, two cold-weather shelters will open Thursday and Friday. The Kenny Fournier Multipurpose Center in D’Iberville opens Thursday and Friday at 4:30 p.m. That shelter is located at 10395 Automall Parkway. The Salvation Army Center of…
City of Gulfport announces boil water notice
The City of Gulfport has issued a boil water notice due to a water main repair. The boil water notice affects residents in the area of Parkwood Drive South, extending from Mimosa Drive south to Depew Road. The advisory also…
Powerball jackpot climbs to $760 million
$760 million is now up for grabs in the upcoming Powerball draw. On New Years Eve, players have the chance of winning that jackpot after the Powerball drawing on Wednesday…
Road closure extended in the area of Tegarden Road
The City of Gulfport has extended the “Road Closure” due to a sewer cave-in, impacting citizens and businesses in the area from Tegarden Road between Silver Lane southward to Township Road and South Railroad Street. White Street, Perry Street, South…
Ocean Springs prepares for The Drop on Government on December 31
Ocean Springs, MS – On Sunday, December 31, 2023, the City of Ocean Springs will host its inaugural New Year’s Eve event, The Drop on Government. The festivities will begin at 8:00 p.m. with the Tree-Oh and Unfazed Show and…
MDOT is ready for winter
JACKSON, MISS. – After weeks of mild fall weather in Mississippi, cooler conditions will likely arrive in the Magnolia State in the coming months. Weather can change quickly, and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) is prepared to respond to winter…
Port Bienville Receives $450,000 Site Development Grant
KILN, MISS: Today Governor Tate Reeves’s office announced the state of Mississippi is investing $450,000 in a site development grant to Port Bienville and Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission (HCPHC). This site development grant will advance the development requirements…
WXXV Stories From 2023: January through April
As the year comes to a close, WXXV wants to look back at some of the biggest stories from each month. JANUARY 11, 2023 - Jackson County School…
Powerball rises to $700 million after Wednesday night drawing
The Powerball has now increased to $700 million. The drawing was held on WXXV NBC Wednesday night. The winning numbers for the drawing are: 4 11 38 51…
Mississippi investing nearly $17 million to develop industrial sites
Governor Tate Reeves announced earlier that Mississippi is investing nearly $17 million to develop industrial sites throughout the state. These investments will help prepare sites for companies…
Vancleave Lower Elementary named National ESEA Distinguished School
Vancleave Lower Elementary has officially been named a National ESEA Distinguished School! The school is one of only 100 schools throughout the country that is nationally recognized for…
Locals say how they would spend the Powerball jackpot
Powerball's estimated jackpot is quickly nearing one billion and the lottery hysteria is setting in. People will begin to flock to the nearest convenience store…
Sunset picture sent in by WXXV viewer
For many South Mississippians, we all know how good our sunsets can be. Tonight was one of those nights. This is a photo sent in by Jen M.…
Senator Jeremy England talks high priorities for Mississippi congress
The Mississippi legislature will convene on Tuesday, January 2nd. We spoke with Senator Jeremy England from Jackson County about what he is expecting to see…