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…
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…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A brand new hot spot for food lovers and comedy fans is opening in Downtown Gulfport. The Funny Pages Restaurant and Comedy Club is ready to welcome locals to its grand opening on Friday, October 3. Located just steps from the popular Fishbone Alley, the club is poised to become a vibrant addition to the area. Blending…
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, 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…
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Police Department is welcoming a new chief as of last Friday! We sat down with him to see what his focus will be as the new head. Chief Timothy Hill has officially moved into his new role. His priorities are set on community first. As a resident of Wiggins for over 15 years, Hill says…
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MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight spoke out on the resignation of former Police Chief Brandon Ashley. Ashley resigned on September 24 with multiple officers following him in resigning. Mayor Knight says that the city will be interviewing candidates to serve as interim chief. He says the hope is to have someone in the role by next…
In his first playoff start of his MLB career, Red Sox left-handed pitcher Garrett Crochet showed that he was truly made for the moment.The Ocean Springs alum started for Boston Tuesday night during their Wildcard game againts the New York Yankees. Through 7 2/3 innings, Crochet allowed four hits, one earned run, no bases on balls, and struck out 11…
Our WXXV Play of the Day comes out of West Harrison high school! A big congratulations are in order for track and field star Sean Fairley as he has received two Division I offers in two days! Recently showing off his speed on the gridiron, Fairley is a five time All-American when it comes to shot put and discus, has…
This past Friday night, the West Harrison Hurricanes defeated a gritty St. Martin Yellow Jacket team with a final score of 26-21. Not only was it their first regional win in class 7A, it’s also the first time in school history that West Harrison is entering week six undefeated. “Starting off 5-0 feels great,” said Senior running back Jordan Stapleton….
This Wednesday started off with some huge news for our high school football players on the Mississippi Gulf Coast as two all star rosters have officially been announced! We’re starting things off with our local athletes who were named all stars for the 2025 Mississippi/Alabama All-Star team! Vancleave’s Dalton Toothman Picayune’s Mitchell Smith Ocean Springs’s Jayden Ross Pascagoula’s Jarrad…
Mississippi State’s Women’s Golf team wrapped up their third tournament of the fall earlier today in Arkansas at the Blessings Collegiate Invitational. After three days of play, the Ocean Springs native Avery Weed came out on top yet again! After shooting 14 under par in the Blessings Collegiate Invitational, Avery Weed has won her third individual title with Mississippi State…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is hosting their annual Zonta Arts and Crafts Festival. That takes over Downtown on October 4. Admission is free with over 150 vendors lining the streets. There will also be food trucks and free kid activities. There’s even said to be a special visitor from the North Pole, he’ll be around from 10…
The Joppa Shriners is hosting a four-man scramble golf tournament this Saturday. This tournament takes place at the Bayou Vista Golf Course starting at 8 a.m. It is a four-person best ball scramble with a $200 registration fee, including range balls, food, and gift bags. Lunch will be served after play with an awards ceremony. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi kicked off its Empty the Shelters campaign Wednesday, coinciding with National Black Dog Day. That is a day dedicated to raising awareness about black dogs, who are often overlooked in shelters. The shelter encourages everyone to visit, meet the dogs, and open their hearts and homes during this campaign. In celebration…
Some of our local government officials have issued statements in regards to the government shutdown. Mississippi Congressman Mike Ezell released a response, saying: “The House did its job and passed a clean, bipartisan continuing resolution to prevent a government shutdown, something I was proud to support. Unfortunately, many in the Senate chose not to advance our package, despite its lack…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Board of Supervisors announced that Thursday, October 2 there will be a training drill taking place in Biloxi. This will be happening from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Harrison County EMA, Keesler Air Force Base, and local first responders will be conducting this coordinated training drill. They ask residents not to be alarmed if…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Butterflies in the Pass is set to take over War Memorial Park in Pass Christian this Saturday. That runs from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Things kick off with a welcome and butterfly walking parade, everyone and their pets are encouraged to dress as a butterfly. There are speakers to discuss the role butterflies have in…
We are joined by Dr. Jacob Breland, director of the school of leadership at Southern Miss. He is here to talk about their upcoming TEDx Southern Miss series. The event takes place October 30 at 1 p.m. at the Gulf Park campus in Long Beach. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: TEDxSouthern Miss
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Widow’s Walk is a group for widows to come together and create a community. Tanya Cumbest, Sharla Holder, and Heather Ellison join us to discuss an upcoming event on October 14. The 50s Luncheon takes place at Sassy’s in Hurley at 11 a.m. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News Tags: widows walk
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport is hosting their 75th Charity ball next month. April Hoyt and Anna Grace Tanner join us in studio with details. The 75th annual Charity Ball takes place November 1 at the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have a Wednesday update on that Harrison County brush fire that has burned all week long to this point. The good news continues, both Harrison County Fire Rescue and Mississippi Forestry Commission firefighters have the fire completely under control at this time. The fire had been burning in a mostly wooded area off Cemetery Road….