HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Commissioner Tom King, Southern Transportation District, has announced updates to several Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) projects in south Mississippi. “As I reach the end of my final term as Southern District Transportation Commissioner, I’m pleased to see…
December 28, 2023 -- New Year’s Eve is a time to reflect on the previous year and welcome a new year and new beginning. Acadian Ambulance wants to remind everyone to celebrate safely and responsibly. Do not drink and drive. Have…
It’s just about time to celebrate New Year’s Eve and say goodbye to 2023. Preparing for a midnight toast and more year-end festivities may require a run or two to the store — but it’s wise to expect some limited business hours. While a…
Ringing in the New Year can bring a lot of fun, especially with the use of fireworks. The Humane Society of South Mississippi reminds us…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 wants to highlight a few stories from May through August of this year. MAY 16, 2023 - Ocean Springs shooting suspect extradited Starting…
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 held his retirement party Thursday morning. "My biggest thing is I'm going to miss the people I work for you, I work with…
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…
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…
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…
$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…
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, 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…