Women of Wisdom preparing for annual first responders appreciation meal delivery
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- As we approach the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a local nonprofit is making sure the men and women who protect our communities…
Gulf Blue enters into new naval partnership advancing technology, innovation
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Gulf Blue is entering a new five-year partnership with the Navy, aimed at connecting Gulf Coast innovators with naval oceanography. The agreement…
Gulf Coast Community Foundation gives back to local programs
A South Mississippi foundation is investing in the future of the Coast. The Gulf Coast Community Foundation awarded more than $172,000 in grants to support programs serving…
Saucier man sentenced for child sex crimes
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Saucier man will spend 20 years behind bars after pleading guilty to sex crimes involving a teenage girl. Twenty-four-year-old Shaunn Bangs Jr. pleaded guilty last week to two counts of sexual battery and one count…
Long Beach residents invited to Community Conversations with Mayor
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- An upcoming Community Conversations with the Mayor is happening in Long Beach. This is an opportunity for residents to connect directly with city…
Third annual Sunflower Festival returns to the Jackson County Fairgrounds
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’re looking for something fun to do this weekend, look no further than the third annual Sunflower Festival at the Jackson County…
Pascagoula unveiling new attraction celebrating the city’s history
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is inviting the public to attend the official unveiling of the ‘Story of Pascagoula: A Historical Pathway.’ It’s a new attraction…
EEECHO hosting bus tour of Treme community in Gulfport
The Education, Economics, Environmental, Climate, and Health Organization is bringing Gulfport residents together to take a closer look at the proposed Gulfport road project. Joining us now…
Salvation Army Kroc Center celebrating 15th anniversary
The Kroc Center is celebrating its 15th anniversary next week and as part of the festivities they are hosting a Scholastic Book Fair. Joining us to tell us more…
$4 million allotted for telehealth efforts in Mississippi
Senators Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde Smith are celebrating a health care win for the state. More than $4 million has been awarded to the University of Mississippi…
Sewer lift station upgrades complete in Waveland
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Waveland completed a roughly $3.5 million project to upgrade ten of its largest sewer lift stations. That work includes ten new pumps and…
Gulfport City Councilwoman responds to deadly shooting at AT&T store
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Community members continue to mourn the loss of two people in a shooting at an AT&T store in Gulfport Monday. Flowers, balloons, and…
Coast person wins $1 million lottery ticket from Long Beach gas station
A Gulfport lottery person is one million dollars richer after hitting it big on a scratch off ticket. The Mississippi Lottery says the player bought the winning $30 ‘millionaire maker’ ticket Monday at a Shell station in Long Beach. The…
St. Joseph Hospice honoring first responders
Twenty-five years later, we continue to honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11. Here in Gulfport, a special Celebration of Life event will bring first responders…
Small Sliders shares game day menu for football watch parties
Football season is here and that means it is time to get the crew together for some game day food! Whether you’re hosting a watch party…
WXXV Pet of the Week: Lane is looking for a forever home!
Every other Wednesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always is Katie King…
Gulf Coast Veterans Health Care System, Salvation Army team up to support expecting veteran mothers
For expecting and new mothers who have served our country, a little support can go a long way. That’s why the…
State Court of Appeals upholds Jackson County man’s murder sentence
The Mississippi Court of Appeals has upheld the murder conviction and life sentence of a Jackson County man. Thomas Pearson was convicted of first-degree murder for…
Survivors of AT&T shooting share story of tragic events
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- As the Gulf Coast community mourns the deaths of two people shot and killed at a Gulfport AT&T store on Labor Day, two…
Housing summit in Gulfport to bring resources to veterans, local families
The path to homeownership can be challenging to navigate, but a housing summit taking place this month is connecting veterans and other families with resources to help make…
Biloxi Seafood Festival returns to the Coast this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- If you love seafood, live music, and a good time on the Coast, you’re not going to want to miss this. The 45th annual…
Pink Hearts Fund hosting Cancer Awareness Ball
When cancer enters the game, no one should have to play alone. We are joined in studio by Pink Heart Funds to discuss their upcoming Out of Bounds Cancer…
Youth Explosion outreach event geared to helping youth
For one night, our community comes together with one mission: leave your porch light on. It may seem simple, but it can send a powerful message. We are…
Mississippi Aquarium offering free access to first responders
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is offering free access for first responders to its campus throughout the week. Running until September 11, first responders and medical personnel…