Mississippi Aquarium turtle release set for Thursday in Gulfport
The Mississippi Aquarium is getting set to host another sea turtle release Thursday in Gulfport. The aquarium will release seven endangered Kemp’s Ridley Sea turtles into the…
Mississippi Department of Marine Resources announces new leadership appointments
DMR Executive Director Joe Spraggins has announced the appointment of a new chief operating officer and chief scientific officer for the agency. Patrick Levine has been named…
Auditor: Mississippi erred on $117M in unemployment benefits
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - State Auditor Shad White says Mississippi erroneously paid out more than $117 million in unemployment payments last year and during the early months of the coronavirus pandemic. White's office alleges that Mississippi's Department of Employment Security made payments…
Popp’s Ferry bridge to close Thursday
The Popp’s Ferry bridge, the two-lane West Biloxi artery used by 20,000 motorists on an average day, will be closed to vehicles Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. for repairs. The closure will allow city contractors to make adjustments…
Free health screenings offered today at Feed My Sheep
Feed My Sheep, in a partnership with My Brother’s Keeper, will host free health screenings today for Gulfport’s homeless population and the general public at Feed My Sheep’s facility at 2615 19th Street on Wednesday, June 23, 2021 from 11:00…
Naval Oceanography to hold change of command on Friday
U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Ron Piret will take over as the new commander of the Naval Meteorology Oceanography Command at Stennis Space Center on Friday. Piret will be relieving Rear Admiral John A Okon in a 10 a.m. ceremony. U.S.…
Sheriff: Moss Point suspect dies in New Orleans custody
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A New Orleans jail inmate awaiting extradition to Mississippi to face a homicide charge died at a hospital where he was taken Tuesday after he was found unresponsive at the lockup, the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office…
The Mary C. is bringing arts and cultural classes back to Ocean Springs
It’s a celebration! Bringing fun and arts back to the Gulfport Coast for the entire family to enjoy. The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural…
Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority and Main Street Pascagoula revitalize downtown
Last week, Pascagoula Redevelopment Authority and Main Street Pascagoula received the Premier Partner Award at the 2021 Mississippi Main Street Association Awards Ceremony in recognition of the…
CASH 3 Draw winning numbers for June 22nd, 2021
The CASH 3 Draw winning numbers for June 22 are: 2-0-6. All numbers are unofficial until certified by the Mississippi Lottery Corporation.
The Riemann Family Funeral Home celebrates 100 years of business
Celebrating 100 years of business, the Riemann Family Funeral Home looks forward to the next 100 years. The family funeral home started in 1920. However, due…
Commitment to serve the community ceremony at D’Iberville City Hall
This evening, D’Iberville City Hall was filled with the elected city council. Serving his eighth term as mayor of D’Iberville Russel ‘Rusty’ Quave swears into office…
Kids Floral Design Camp at MSU Coastal Research and Extension Center
Kids ages eight to 12 were given the unique opportunity to learn the basics of floral design in a half-day camp with the help of…
Mississippi Aquarium fundraiser ‘Hancock Whitney Sea of Stars’
The Mississippi Aquarium’s annual fundraiser, which debuted in 2018 as Hancock Whitney Splash Bash, returns this fall with a fresh new look, feel, and name. Hancock Whitney Sea…
Biloxi Main Street Community Market Festival
Due to flooding under the interstate, Biloxi Main Street had to scale back, but that didn’t stop them from hosting their downtown community market festival series. People came out to…
Jackson County Animal Shelter facing overcrowding issues
The Jackson County Animal Shelter is becoming more and more crowded. It’s that time of year again where animal shelters receive litters of kittens. Comparing where they are now…
The Lee and Hayley Show coming to WXXV FOX on July 12th
Starting July 12th on FOX at 9 a.m., immediately following our morning show, there’s a new talk show coming to a TV screen near…
Arrest made in Pascagoula shooting investigation
Officers responded to a McDonald’s in Pascagoula following reports of a shooting this afternoon. Police say it happened just after 3 p.m. near a McDonald’s near Fulton Avenue and then at the section of Market Street and Jackson Avenue. The…
Repairs underway for facilities on Front Beach in Ocean Springs
Front Beach in Ocean Springs took a hit from Hurricane Zeta and facilities like Fort Maurepas Park and Chester McPherson Pier are still currently closed for repairs. Although families…
Hosts of the ‘Lee and Hayley Show’ in studio
Starting July 12th, the program following our 8 o’clock show on FOX will switch to the nationally syndicated Lee and Hayley Show. With us in studio today…
Media for Red Cross Blood Drive at Edgewater Mall
WXXV is partnering with the American Red Cross as part of the Media for Red Cross Blood Drives taking place this week. Blood drives are taking place…
Moss Point Police searching for two suspects in May 27 shooting that left one dead
Moss Point Police have arrested one person in connection with a May 27 shooting on Lilly Circle and are asking the public's help to find two more suspects in the case. Police Chief Brandon Ashley said in a press release…
Singing River announces two vaccination events this week
Singing River Health System continues its efforts to increase the vaccination rate in South Mississippi with events this week. The events are free and anyone who has not yet received a vaccine is encouraged to attend. On Thursday, Singing River…
IP Casino donates to local charities
IP Casino Resort Spa continues its long-standing record of charitable giving, donating a total of $839,000 to local charities and organizations to date in 2021. IP Casino Resort Spa and Boyd Gaming are dedicated to giving back to the communities we…