Earth Day is coming up fast! Ahead of the day, Pascagoula River Audubon Center is hosting an Earth Day Extravaganza. All the fun takes place April 18 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Sawmill Landing Park. Here to share the details is Amanda Romano. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: earth day, Pascagoula River Audubon Center
The Mississippi Coast Coliseum is hosting an equipment rodeo and expo on April 8. Hol-Mac Corporation will treat attendees to certification training, live demonstrations, and expert access. Rob Marringa joins us in studio with details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Hol-Mac Corporation
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison Central Elementary students began their fitness journey with a little help from a real-life American Ninja Warrior. Thursday morning, Ryan Stratis led students through obstacle challenges after the school won a statewide fitness drawing. This event was made possible through Project Fit America and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of the Mississippi Foundation. Students…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Leaders from Mississippi State University and Keesler Air Force Base celebrated the final beam being lifted into place for a new cutting-edge facility on the Gulf Coast. With the signatures of leaders and partners sealed in steel, the final beam of the Mississippi Cyber and Technology Center was lifted into place. Officials from Mississippi State University and…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A new breakfast restaurant will soon open inside an iconic Downtown Gulfport building. The Downtowner is expected to open its doors in late May or early June, bringing new life to a familiar landmark. The café will be located inside the historic Triplett-Day building, right at the corner of Highway 49 and 14th Street. The retro-inspired…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is sharing news when it comes to a missing person. Lindsey Leigh Savage has been located safely. She was located Thursday after being reported missing since January 23. The Gautier police say they appreciate the public’s assistance and everyone who shared the previous post. Categories: Local News Tags: missing person
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says Deputy Michael Jimerson was committed to his community. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with the sheriff about his lasting impact. Deputy Jimerson was killed in the line of duty responding to a domestic disturbance in St. Martin on Wednesday night. Investigators say Deputy Jimerson responded to a call at…
Skies will be appropriately grey for your Good Friday today in South Mississippi, looking like rain is right around the corner though we’ll have to wait another day for it to arrive. That’s due to an approaching front, that’ll bring possible spotty showers as early as Saturday afternoon, but more consistent rain overnight. Expect showers and thunderstorms from the early…
From Ocean Springs high school to Augusta, Georgia! Mississippi State women’s golfer Avery Weed is making a name for herself on one of the biggest stages in golf. The Ocean Springs alum is back as the Augusta National Women’s Amateur tournament for the second year in a row and she shot her second under-par round earlier today. She’s currently 6…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — Biloxi used a strong start on the gridiron to take control early, and the Lady Indians never looked back as they rolled D’Iberville 21-0. Here’s a look at highlights from the game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi Athletics, Biloxi flag football, Biloxi High school, D’Iberville athletics, D’Iberville flag football, D’iberville High…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Martin flag football took on a talented West Harrison team in an instant classic on the gridiron, but the Lady Yellow Jackets would survive a late threat to win 20-15. Here are highlights from the first half of action! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: St. Martin Athletics, St. Martin Flag Football, st….
It’s Alumni Night at “The Landing” as the Vancleave Baseball teams hosts the Stone Tomcats for game two of their regional series. The Tomcats lead the series 1-0 after a 4-1 win Tuesday night. It’d be a pitcher’s duel along with hits unable to be strung together as the game extends to extra innings. Vancleave would walk it off in…
The Vancleave softball team hosted the Wayne County War Eagles for game two of the regional series. The Lady Bulldogs are looking for revenge after losing a close 6-7 game on Tuesday. Vancleave seventh grader Sophia Wilson was a force in the circle all night long and it’d be a pitcher’s dual until the seventh inning. Wayne County would earn…
As temperatures rise across Mississippi, Back Bay Mission is asking for the community’s help for those experiencing homelessness. The organization says essentials like bug spray, shorts, and tennis shoes are in short supply. They’re encouraging anyone who can to lend a hand to help. A full list of needed items is available on their social media, along with a link…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — After a quiet first half, the Picayune Maroon Tide scored a pair of quick touchdowns to claim a 14-0 shutout win over Harrison Central. Check out these highlights from the game! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Harrison central athletics, Harrison Central flag football, harrison central high school, Picayune Athletics, Picayune Flag Football, Picayune…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) — Thursday marked a new era at D’Iberville High School, as the Warriors officially announced the hiring of Jason Kennedy as the school’s next girls basketball coach. Kennedy has had a successful tenure as a head coach and assistant coach across South Mississippi. He most recently served as a four-year head coach of the St. Martin Lady…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — In the wake of a deadly train accident in Stone County that claimed the lives of five people on March 27th, county officials are urging residents to use extra caution when crossing the tracks. This includes coroner Wayne Flurry, who has begun taking a more cautious approach to railroad crossings himself. “Sometimes when you’re approaching,…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-An Autism Awareness Day Easter Egg Hunt is taking place on Saturday in Pass Christian. The fun takes place at the Randolph Center starting at 1 p.m. and runs until 6 p.m. Those who do come out can expect dancing, games, and a whole lot of fun. Categories: Local News Tags: Autism Awareness Day, easter egg hunt
Holy week is a time many Christians consider the most important week of their faith. Holy week marks the final days of Jesus Christ’s life, beginning with Palm Sunday and leading up to his crucifixion and resurrection on Easter Sunday. Key moments throughout the week include Holy Thursday which commemorates the last supper, and Good Friday a day of reflection…
Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is backing new legislation in the Senate aimed at improving rural health care access. The Rural Health Innovation Act would create two federal grant programs to help local clinics and health departments expand walk-in urgent care, triage, and emergency stabilization services. Under the plan, community health centers and rural clinics could receive up to $750,000, while…
More Mississippi law enforcement agencies are expanding their reach with license plate cameras. It’s a growing trend that law enforcement says helps departments operate more efficiently. Justin Glowacki with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center shows what that looks like in Lucedale. Across Mississippi, more agencies are using automated license plate readers. They’re 24/7 surveillance cameras that track vehicles and…
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- This weekend, the Second Liners Mardi Gras Club will be hosting an Easter Egg-stravaganza. That’s taking place at John Henry Beck Park starting at 11. To tell us more about the event, Angelitta Darden and Marc Kennedy join us in studio. Categories: Local News Tags: Second-Liners Mardi Gras Club
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight took to social media last week, bragging on the school district and the strides they have made recently. Mayor Knight saying the results come from the leadership and students in the school district. The school district saw an increase in the graduation rate from last year. Mayor Knight shares the impact…
Yesterday was our wettest day of the workweek as we saw more, heavier showers and thunderstorms, but today will be drier ahead of weekend rain ahead. A few showers may still fall in our westernmost counties, especially near the state line, but the rest of the area isn’t likely to see a drop. Friday will continue the drier trend, though…