Blessing of the Classics in Diamondhead

DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- We are joined now by Diamondhead Mayor Anna Liese, Todd Torguson, and Lloyd Ramirez to talk about the upcoming Blessing of the Classics event. Blessing of the Classics takes place Wednesday, October 8 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. near city hall. Categories: Cruisin’ the Coast 2025, Local News Tags: Blessing of the Classics, Cruisin’ the Coast

Retired Pascagoula Police Captain Bertiss Goff passes away

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Police Department announced retired Captain Bertiss Goff passed away on October 1. He served Pascagoula for over 21 years prior to his retirement from the force. Goff will be remembered by the community for being a wonderful officer with a servant’s heart. Funeral services will be on Saturday, October 4 at Full Life Assembly of…

Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow in Louisiana

Kevin Manuel joins us in studio to discuss the Northshore Regional Airshow happening in Louisiana later this month. The Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow takes place October 11 and 12 in Hammond, Louisiana. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Hammond Northshore Regional Airshow

Save our Sound group aims to protect our natural resources

Every time the southern end of the Mississippi River hits flood stage, the Army Corp of Engineers decides whether or not to open the Bonnet Carre Spillway up river from New Orleans. The result is tons of polluted water dumped into the Mississippi Sound, threatening the environment, our seafood industry, and tourism. Save our Sound is a group of concerned…

Community comes out for Big Red Night at Harrison Central High

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Harrison Central High School showed its support in the fight for a cure with its annual Big Red Night Thursday night. This community wide fundraiser is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for breast cancer research and advocacy efforts. Students, families, and community members came out to enjoy food…

Previewing upcoming Pink Heart Funds events

The Pink Heart Funds is preparing for events happening on the Coast. Brenda Long and Judith Brannan join us in studio to discuss how the community can get involved and a preview of what can be expected. For more information on Pink Heart Funds and all their upcoming events, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: pink heart funds

City of Moss Point appoints interim police chief

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Moss Point has named an interim police chief, according to our media partner the Sun Herald. During a special council meeting on Tuesday night, they appointed Dennis Stevenson, a retired Mississippi state trooper, to the position of interim police chief. Stevenson began his career at the Biloxi Police Department, serving four years as…

Military training exercises in Pascagoula

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- In Pascagoula, there will be military training exercises taking place. This exercise begins October 3 and runs until October 4. These exercises involve aircrafts. Officials ask residents not to be alarmed if you see or hear military aircraft in the area. Please give them space and allow them to complete this important exercise that allows for practice…

Biloxi searching for suspect in shooting on I-110

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi police confirm they are searching for a suspect following a shooting on I-110 Thursday night. A driver shot into another car, hitting the two occupants. Those in the car were taken to the hospital. There status is currently unknown. Witnesses tell police they believe it was a road rage incident. The shooter fled the scene. Biloxi…

Twelve Coast Football players named Bernard Blackwell South All-Stars!

It’s finally time to highlight our 2025 Bernard Blackwell North vs South All-Stars! What a pleasure it is to announce that 12 football players from the Mississippi Gulf Coast have achieved South All-Star status! Congratulations to the following athletes:   Parker Nettles – Gulfport (QB) Jordan Stapleston – West Harrison (RB) John Feaster Jr. – Pearl River Central (WR) D’Lass…

Volleyball on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is home to Seven Regional Champions and 18 Playoff bound teams. Take a look at our post-season breakdown!

Now that the regular season is over, we’re going to take a deep dive into postseason play for our local volleyball teams. First and foremost we want to shout out our District Champions! The Gulf Coast is home to seven different programs that finished district play undefeated as winners of their region. They will also host their first playoff game!…

Hancock Volleyball wraps up the regular season defeating Purvis 3 sets to 2!

On the final night of regular season play for our local volleyball teams, WXXV found themselves watching a battle of District Champions! Last years South State Champions of Hancock High School (25-8) welcomed a talented Purvis Tornado (35-5)  volleyball team to stay ready for the playoffs. After winning every other set, the Lady Hawks came out victorious with a final…

Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Sarah Qarqish with the Mary C. joins us as we get closer to the Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour. She joins us with the details. The Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour takes place October 15 and 16 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Mary C. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News

First look at applications for 2026 Gulf Coast Restoration Funds projects

In 2026, the Mississippi legislature will have about $65 million in Gulf Coast Restoration Funds for projects around South Mississippi. Counties, cities, and developers have been applying for money. Thursday, the advisory board took its first look at the applications in an ongoing effort to pick the best possibilities. Board member and CEO of the Gulf Coast Business Council, Jamie…

10/2 – Nice Tonight, Rain Chances Increase Sunday

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

The end of the work week starts off fairly quiet, but rain chances will steadily increase as we move through the weekend and into next week. Tonight, expect partly cloudy skies with a low near 67 and an east wind around 10 to 15 miles per hour. Friday brings a mix of sun and clouds, with highs topping out in…

Seaside Social benefiting Elijah’s Closet

Elijah’s Closet will be hosting their Seaside Social in November. Emily Williams joins us ahead of the fun for what can be expected. The Seaside Social auction takes place November 8 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: Elijah’s Closet, giving back, seaside social

Long Beach city leaders host economic possibilities tour

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) — Roughly one dozen potential investors and business leaders toured sites across the City of Long Beach as part of Wednesday’s economic possibilities tour. City leaders hosted the event, with help from Coast Transit Authority and Mississippi Power, as a way to showcase what the Friendly City has to offer and encourage business growth in a…