By: Dr. David Tisdale HATTIESBURG, MISS.- Leah Ann Peavey relishes being a role model for young women considering studies and careers in a STEM discipline. A 1984 graduate of The University of Southern Mississippi’s polymer science program, Peavey remains passionate…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Three of Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) chapters earned awards at the 2025 PTK Mississippi/Louisiana Regional Awards Gala, held March 6-7 at the University of Mississippi. These honors recognize the outstanding leadership, academic excellence, and service contributions of PTK members…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Schedule changes have been announced for the ongoing railroad crossing improvement project in Long Beach. Due to utility lines interfering with planned work at the Nicholson Avenue intersection, Moran Hauling will shift efforts to several other…
Two talented students from Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s Jackson County Campus have been recognized for their exceptional artwork in the 2025 Mississippi Community College Art Instructors Association Annual State Art Competition and Exhibition. Emma King earned first place in the…
PASCAGOULA, Miss., April 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Eric Austin, deputy commandant for combat development and integration, fellow U.S. Marine Corps officers and Senate congressional staff at the company’s Ingalls Shipbuilding…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- University of Southern Mississippi freshman Molly Collins was recognized earlier this semester with the Congressional Award Program’s Silver Medal, an honor that acknowledges achievements in voluntary public service, personal development, physical fitness and expedition/exploration. To earn the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A heads up for drivers in Biloxi! On Saturday, April 5th, the Popp’s Ferry Road Bridge will have intermittent lane closures. The closures will be in effect from 7 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. while work crews make…
For years, Leakesville has struggled to grow. Now, with a new water park on the way, many believe this small Mississippi town could finally become a tourist destination. Mikel…
Hattiesburg unveiled another mural. This one is their 62nd edition. Hub of Momentum is located on the side of The Porter Pub. The mural illustrates the progress from a railroad and…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is teaming up with high schools around South Mississippi for a program called Collegiate Academy. High school students can…
ST. MARTIN, Miss. (WXXV)- The rain can’t get in the way this weekend as the St. Martin DIY Skatepark is officially launching. Those interested need to head to…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There was a special Ocean Springs Board of Alderman meeting earlier Friday morning for a new movie that is being filmed in the city…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Harrison County Board of Supervisors took time to honor those making a difference in the Harrison County community by hosting their annual banquet for outstanding volunteers for…
The City of Hattiesburg unveiled a new mural. That art is located on the Community Arts Center. Series two of Jam Session was unveiled Monday - with Hattiesburg native, comedian, actor, and…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Canopy Children’s Solution is a non-profit that reaches each of Mississippi’s 82 counties to provide children with life-changing solutions for autism, behavioral and mental…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Hundreds converged at Biloxi Upper Elementary Thursday night for an event highlighting the district’s gifted students. Create Family Night, hosted by the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Two people have been arrested in connection to a shooting at a nightclub that left several people injured. On March 2nd, 2025, Biloxi officers responded to Club Elevate on Caillavet Street in reference to multiple calls regarding…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) - Public libraries provide free access to both physical and digital resources, allowing patrons to enjoy literature and media. However, an executive order issued last week…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-A 21-year-old is now behind bars following multiple car break-ins in Pass Christian. According to Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley, Darion Lee has been charged with four felony counts of vehicle burglary. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- A string of car break-ins have been reported across the Coast as both the Gautier Police Department and Harrison County Sheriff’s Office are currently holding investigations. WXXV…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Congressman Mike Ezell has introduced the Secretary of the Coast Guard Act of 2025. If passed and signed into law, the piece of legislation would…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff Department is warning residents of a scam going around. Scammers are calling residents and demanding personal information or requesting money. These…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)-Governor Tate Reeves held a press conference this afternoon. He spoke about the storms from last night as well as the state’s economic growth in…
GULFPORT, Miss (WXXV) - Every Tuesday and Thursday senior citizens in Gulfport are turning the Isiah Fredericks Community Center into their personal dance floor, learning different styles of…