GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-An upcoming public film screening is happening next week at the Isiah Fredericks Community Center in Gulfport. The Community Dinner Storytelling Film Screening takes place Tuesday, June 16 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Kenneth Taylor Sr. and Casson Reynolds with the Education Economics Environmental Climate and Health Organization join us with more. Categories: Local News Tags: Community Dinner…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Long Beach is celebrating America’s 250th birthday with a parade. The 4th of July Jubilee takes place June 27. The festival begins at 9 a.m. and runs from 6 p.m. The parade rolls at 6 p.m. A block party kicks off at 7 p.m. and the fireworks will light up the sky at 8:45….
Rising temperatures and high humidity can quickly lead to dangerous heat illnesses. As we inch closer to summer, those temperatures are only expected to climb. While extreme heat isn’t unusual here on the Coast, it’s something residents shouldn’t take lightly especially as scorching temperatures can feel more like triple digits. You can feel burn, but you may not realize the…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s going to a runoff. The race for the Gulfport City Council Ward 2 seat is not over since no candidate received more than 50 percent of the vote during Tuesday’s election. On that runoff ballot: Bryan Caldwell and Ron Ruland. Caldwell and Ruland now have less than three weeks to get back out into the community…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The countdown to America 250 is on and as the nation plans for this historic milestone, communities across the Gulf Coast are already getting ready for the celebration. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. takes us to Long Beach with a preview of this year’s 4th of July Jubilee and what to expect ahead of the…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point will see a homecoming next month. The Magnolia Monarchs are hosting events in the city at the start of July. Melva Seabron joins us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Homecoming, Magnolia Monarchs, moss point
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Rotary Club is hosting a fundraiser this Saturday. Paddle the Bay takes place Saturday, June 13 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Henderson Point Park in Pass Christian. Suggested minimum donation is $50. There will also be music, food, and beverages. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Paddle the…
Let’s see what Spencer is serving up on this week’s edition of ‘Clocking in with Spencer.’ Spencer stopped by the Mr. Freeze Snack and Food stand in Gulfport to see if he has what it takes to be a part of the crew. Categories: Clocking In, Featured, Local News Tags: Clocking in with Spencer
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Port of Gulfport is moving one step closer to a major project that could reshape shipping along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Port of Gulfport has cleared a significant hurdle in its efforts to modernize and expand its ship channel. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially recommended the dredging project for Congressional authorization through…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) -Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and J. Allen Automotive Group signed an agreement on Wednesday, establishing a new diesel technician apprenticeship program. The ceremony was held at the West Harrison County Center in Long Beach, where MGCCC representatives and Jonathan Allen came out to speak on the new partnership, share the program’s long-term benefits, and recognize…
While yesterday was already dry and sunny, today will be even more so as we continue our short-lived drier trend. While it has rained somewhere in South MS every day for the last several days, Wednesday’s was only a couple of sprinkles up near Wiggins, and I’m expecting no rain in the area today. That’ll set us up for another…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- We are just a few weeks out from this year’s Scrapin’ the Coast and the Biloxi Police Department is already preparing for the influx of visitors and sending out some reminders in advance. It is important to know that pop-up events in Biloxi are not authorized in Biloxi during that weekend. This will be the second year…
The Pascagoula Men’s Club is hosting an inshore challenge this weekend. On June 13, anglers are invited out to the Point Park. Chris Langston joins us with details. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Pascagoula Men’s Club
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Singing River Foundation is hosting a Mahjong social this Saturday. It’s taking place at the Gulf Hills Hotel and Resort in Ocean Springs. The Sip, Bam, Brunch Mahjong Social takes place from 9 a.m. to 12 on June 13. Kirsten Lambert joins us with more. Categories: Local News Tags: Singing River Foundation
Tonight will remain clear and warm, with temperatures falling into the mid 70s. Sunshine dominates again on Thursday and Friday, with afternoon highs climbing from the upper 80s to around 90 degrees along the coast, and mid 90s inland. Overnight lows continue to stay muggy, settling in the mid to upper 70s each night. While most locations will stay dry…
The Mississippi Department of Transportation is on a mission to stress the importance of safety at railroad crossings to prevent crashes and fatalities. MDOT’s rail engineers inspect crossings to measure the need for lights and gates. Barrett Wilson joins us to talk about basic rules for motorists and the potential dangers at railroad crossings. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: MDOT,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is inviting the public for a behind-the-scenes look at their newest Animal Academy. Nicole Martz joins us in studio with the details. For more information on the Animal Academy, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: animal academy, Mississippi Aquarium
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A large stretch of Three Rivers Road in Gulfport is now closed until mid-July. Drainage work started Wednesday between Dedeaux Road and Angela Drive. If work progresses on schedule, that portion of Three Rivers Road should reopen on July 17. Dedeaux, Highway 49, and Creosote Road are the suggested detour routes in the meantime. Categories: Featured, Local…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County students are getting a boost, thanks to AT&T investing in their future with new tools for learning and long-term success. A community giveaway at the Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County brought new opportunities to local students. AT&T distributed 165 laptops along with book sacks. Student Ella Reese said, “I’m really happy to get…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County branch of the NAACP will be hosting a community health fair this month. On tap are free services and fun for the whole family. The event takes place Saturday, June 20 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Stone County Fairgrounds in Wiggins. Joining us with more are Noymi Ramey and Christy Corbett….
Every other Tuesday, we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us in studio are Maridee and Janine to tell us about News 25’s Pets of the Week, Pumpkin and Spice! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-The Movers and Shakers Social Club is hosting a Juneteenth celebration on June 20. The Biloxi Town Green will be full of music, games, and even a contest. The fun takes place from 4 to 9 p.m. that day. Valerie Joiner an Rogick love join us with more. Categories: Local News Tags: Juneteenth, Movers and Shakers Social Club
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Historical Society shares that founder Dale Greenwell has passed away. The historical society shared Tuesday Greenwell’s wife said his health was declining rapidly. Details on funeral arrangements will be shared in the future. The public is asked to keep the Greenwell family in their thoughts and prayers. Categories: Local News Tags: D’Iberville Historical Society, Dale…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is mourning the loss of a trailblazer in Mississippi law enforcement history. The department announced retired Police Chief Carolyn Frayser died in late May. Frayser made history when she was named Ocean Springs police chief in 1989, becoming the first woman municipal police chief in state history. Department leaders say her…