OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The historic Lovelace oak tree has been removed in Downtown Ocean Springs. The tree was located at the intersection of Government Street and Washington Avenue. Elected officials say upon further inspection, it was clear the tree was completely rotten on the inside. Those officials saying the condition created a safety concern for residents, visitors, and property….
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Today is Cinco De Mayo and we are in the festive spirit here at WXXV News 25. Mezcalito Taqueria and Catering stopped by our studio on this Taco Tuesday. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis gives us the details on what you can expect from this local food truck! Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: cinco de mayo
Yesterday’s sunny skies are gone as clouds move in along with higher humidity for your Cinco de Mayo festivities. It’s still going to be a pretty good day, but hard to compare with yesterday’s absolute perfection. The dewpoint rose 10 degrees, which took us out of the “comfortable” 50s and into the “humid” 60s. It will continue to trend upwards…
The Harrison Central Red Rebel baseball team is sending a pitcher/catcher duo to the next level! Congratulations are in order as seniors Bubba Harris and Connor Harrison officially put pen to paper with their future programs. Bubba Harris is joining the Bears at Southwest Community College, and Connor Harrison is joining the Choctaws at Mississippi College. Both Red Rebels took…
The St. Martin Yellowjackets are celebrating yet another trail blazer on their girl’s flag football team! Senior defensive back Olivia Umanzor officially signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Millsaps College. Umanzor has been a key piece of the Yellow Jackets’ defense, using her speed and instincts in the secondary to make big plays and shut down opposing…
Hancock Baseball hosted the George County Rebels for game two of the round two of playoffs. George County plated three runs early in the top of the first, and the Hawks regained two of those runs in the bottom of the first. The Rebels would tack on three more in the third and two more in the seventh, the Hawks…
Hancock Softball hosted the George County Lady Rebels in hopes of splitting the series and keeping their season alive. The Lady Rebels scored one run in the second, and two runs in the third, and the Lady Hawks tied is mid-way 3-3. It wasn’t until the top of the seventh inning the George County brought a run across and the…
The Pearl River Community College softball team hosted Jones College for their second match-up in the Region 23 Regional tournament. With the help of eight stakeouts from Ana-Grace Garcia and a two-run home run by Anastasia Acree, the No. 5 Wildcats defeat No. 6 Jones College with a final score of 5-2. Pearl River now advances to the Poplarville Regional…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Traintastic helped the Coast celebrate May the 4th a little early. ‘Train Wars’ took place on May 2nd, bringing a galaxy far, far away just a bit closer. Guests were treated to lightsaber builds, trivia crafts, and so many costumes. Visitors say the meet and greets were a highlight. Guests also say they loved spotting the Star…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Happening at the Ina Thompson Library Tuesday, it’s a Revenge of the Fifth event. Everyone 16 and older is invited to take part in a lightsaber forging program. This program is geared towards the Sith, those who come out will create a lightsaber hilt either reflecting a Sith, fallen Jedi, or something in between. This program…
Tonight stays mostly clear and comfortable, with lows dipping into the lower 60s and a light southerly breeze. Tuesday brings a warm and mostly sunny day, with highs nearing 80 degrees and a steady south wind returning moisture to the region. Clouds increase Tuesday night, keeping temperatures mild in the upper 60s. By Wednesday, that added moisture begins to pay…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Chamber of Commerce hosted their sixth annual Putting in the Pass golf tournament. After some friendly competition, prizes, and food, the event wrapped up Monday afternoon at the Oaks Golf Club. This fundraiser brings golfers together to support small business grants and high school scholarships. Chamber members say this event will be held…
Monday marked day two of Hurricane Preparedness Week in Mississippi just weeks before the start of the Atlantic season. The topic is ‘prepare before hurricane season.’ Officials with MEMA say now is the time to get ready, before a storm threatens the Coast. That means building emergency supply kits, reviewing insurance policies, and knowing your evacuation routes ahead of time….
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is releasing more details on its 2026 hurricane evacuation guide. It’s available in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese and includes a hurricane emergency checklist. The guide includes evacuation maps and can also be downloaded or ordered online by clicking here. Additionally, evacuation guides will be distributed through newspapers in early June with additional copies available at…
Diamondhead is preparing to hire a police chief this month as the city moves closer to launching its own municipal police department. Kristen Kaylor with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center explains what the change means for residents. Diamondhead has relied on the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services since the city was established in 2012. Now, city…
The state department of agriculture and commerce is accepting a new round of applications for its wild hog control program. Those applications opened on May 1 and will remain open until May 15. All counties are eligible for the application period. Commissioner Andy Gipson says he encourages all landowners impacted by wild hogs to apply. He adds the trapping program…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Chamber of Commerce’s annual Taste, Rattle, and Roll benefit returns this week at a new location. Here to tell us about what’s new this year is Laura Benoit. Taste, Rattle and Roll takes place Thursday, May 7 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Gulfport Chamber of Commerce, Taste…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A two-day celebration of South Mississippi’s rich history is coming up Friday and Saturday in Gulfport. Here to tell us about the Gulf Coast Historical and Cultural Exposition is William Sackett and Aiden Graves. The expo takes place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. both days at the Depot in Gulfport. The expo is free and open…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of D’Iberville is hosting a fishing rodeo at the end of the month. This rodeo has no fees and has cash prizes for different categories. A kids fishing event also takes place on May 23. Joining us with more are Wendy Fayard and Randall Peleous. Categories: Local News Tags: D’Ibervlle, fishing, Fishing Rodeo
The Jackson George Regional Library System is hosting a few summer programs. Joining us with details are Cory Joiner and Bethany Carlisle. The Jackson-George Regional Library System invites families and community members to kick off the 2026 Summer Library Program on Friday, May 30th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Pascagoula Public Library. For more information about the…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach Mayor Tim Pierce is highlighting several infrastructure projects underway or about to get started in the community. These projects aim to improve drainage and protect the community. The Park Row Project is moving along while the Briarwood and Parkwood drainage project is underway. He shares the Rosalie Drainage Project is set to break ground…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs police are looking for a man wanted on an aggravated assault warrant. Dakoda Oswalt is accused in connection to an assault at a Government Street restaurant on February 28th. Anyone with information on Oswalt’s whereabouts is asked to contact Crime Stoppers through the P3 tips app or by calling Coast Crime Stoppers tips. Oswalt…
Get ready for a practically perfect South Mississippi day with low humidity, ample sunshine, and light winds all combining at the same time. We haven’t seen many low humidity days recently as dewpoints averaged in the low 60s to low 70s with very few exceptions over the last several weeks. Today’s dewpoints will remain in the “comfortable” 50s, but are…
Low temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s tonight with clear skies and calm winds. Monday brings plenty of sunshine with highs near 76° and southerly winds at 5 to 10 mph. Monday night remains clear and a bit warmer, with lows around 62°. Dry and pleasant conditions continue through Tuesday before the next chance of showers and thunderstorms…