Greenpal app brings lawn care to Gulf Coast
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- If your grass is growing faster than your weekend plans, there’s a new app on the Coast that could help. Greenpal, known as the…
Mississippi Power awards grant money to local emergency management agencies
With severe weather season here, and hurricane season just around the corner, Mississippi Power is helping local emergency agencies prepare. The Mississippi Power Foundation awarded emergency management agencies in 24 Mississippi counties a $2,500 grant for storm preparedness resources, including…
Community welcomes all-female veteran honor flight home at Gulfport Biloxi International
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A special honor flight welcome home event took place at Gulfport Biloxi International Airport Wednesday afternoon. Dozens of community members, city leaders,…
South Mississippi community leader Karen Sock dies at 73
Tributes continue to come in following the loss of beloved South Mississippi community leader Karen Sock. Sock spent much of her career in the gaming industry, including roles at the former Grand Casino in Gulfport, as well as Margaritaville. Sock…
CASA of South Mississippi holds annual Light of Hope event
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, CASA of South Mississippi hosted its annual Light of Hope event. Community members gathered…
Singing River Health System offers aquablation therapy
Singing River Health System announces they are offering aquablation therapy. They are the first in the state to offer the procedure. This comes after the hospital system received a…
Update: I-10 in Jackson County back open after two-vehicle crash
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A two-vehicle accident on I-10 in Jackson County caused temporary traffic disruptions Wednesday before all lanes were reopened. The crash occurred near the 55-mile marker on the westbound side of I-10. According to initial reports, the…
IRS gives Mississippi taxpayers some relief
In Mississippi, the IRS is offering some relief for Mississippi taxpayers, especially those impacted by the severe winter storm earlier this year in the northern part of the state. Because…
U.S. House passes bill honoring George County Deputy Jeremy Malone
The U.S. House has passed a bill to honor fallen George County Deputy Jeremy Malone. House Resolution 6995 would designate the George County Post Office on Highway 198 in Beaumont as the Jeremy Malone Post Office. Deputy Malone was killed…
Hancock County School bond vote set for next month
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re a little more than a month out from a bond vote in Hancock County, with the school district seeking nearly $50 million…
Senate bills aim to expand drivers education and financial literacy for students
Two major education bills are moving forward in Mississippi and they could soon change what students learn both in and out of the classroom.…
Parkinson’s Foundation teams up with Raising Cane’s for fundraiser
The Parkinson’s Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser this Thursday at four Coast Raising Cane’s locations. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. all you have to do…
Founder of MS Missing and Unidentified Ellen Leach passed away
Ellen Leach, the founder of Mississippi Missing and Unidentified, has passed away after a battle with cancer. By day, Leach worked at Hobby Lobby in Gulfport,…
Cracking down on school absenteeism in the state
We’ve seen great progress with public education in Mississippi over recent years. Test scores have gone and the graduation rate has increased. One area remains a topic of…
Memorial Health System doctor celebrates completing 100 Watchman procedures
Memorial Health System is celebrating a major milestone Tuesday. Dr. Umair Malik has completed over 100 Watchman procedures, helping patients reduce their risk of stroke and take…
Two phase utility project begins in D’Iberville
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in D’Iberville should expect delays as a two-phase utility project begins along a busy corridor. Phase one of a two-phase construction project in D’Iberville is…
Rotary Club of Picayune holds annual fishing rodeo for special needs students
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The 30th annual fishing rodeo turned a simple day of fishing into a lifetime of memories for special needs students in the Picayune School District.…
Wings Performing Arts presents ‘Dreams’
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lynn Meadows Wings Performing Arts Group is teaming up with the Beau Rivage for a fundraiser. ‘Dreams’ is taking place on April 23 featuring actors, singers, and…
WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis at The 30th Annual Fishing Rodeo
The Rotary Club of Pearl River County hosted their 30th annual fishing rodeo designed to be an inclusive and memorable event for students with special…
Gulfport man sentenced on child sex crime charges
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Harrison County, a Gulfport man will spend decades in prison after pleading guilty to sex crimes involving a minor. Forty-three-year-old Leonard Roberts pled guilty to sexual battery and exploitation of a child. A Harrison County…
Local bunny rescue says bunnies gifted during Easter often dumped weeks later
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) -- Easter has since passed, but bunnies given as gifts for the holiday may soon end up on the streets. Every…
Family of fatal train crash victims file suit against train operator
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Family members of some of the victims killed in a deadly train-van collision in Stone County late last month have filed…
Pet of the Week: Bean is looking for a forever home!
Every other Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us is Maridee Mallette to tell us about…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce opens 2026 Small Business Grant applications
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for its 2026 Small Business Grant Program, offering financial support to local businesses across the Coast. Applications officially opened March 25 and will remain open through 12:00 p.m. on…