Morning Business Report: October 2, 2025
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Moss Point mayor speaks on police departures
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…
Former Greyhound Garrett Crochet dominates for the Red Sox and earns First Playoff Win.
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…
West Harrison’s Sean Fairley receives two Division I Track and Field Offers in two days!
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…
Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, West Harrison’s Jordan Stapleton!
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….
Twelve Coast Football players earn Mississippi/Alabama All-Star Honors!
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…
Ocean Springs Alum Avery Weed wins third career Individual Title with Mississippi State Golf!
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…
Zonta Arts and Craft Festival taking place in Pascagoula
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…
Joppa Shiners hosting golf tournament this Saturday
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…
Empty the Shelters campaign begins at Humane Society of South Mississippi
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…
Local elected officials react to government shutdown
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…
Training drill Thursday in Biloxi
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…
Butterflies in the Pass happening Saturday
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…
TEDxSouthern Miss speaks on blue economy
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
Morning Business Report: October 1, 2025
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Widow’s Walk hosting 50s themed luncheon
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
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosting 75th Charity Ball
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…
Large brush fire in Harrison County completely under control
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….
Mammogram-A-Thon Thursday at Walmart Supercenter in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System and Supertalk Mississippi are hosting a Mammogram-a-Thon in Gulfport on Thursday. The event is in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and will be at the Walmart Supercenter on Highway 49 in Gulfport starting at 11 a.m. Memorial representatives will be onsite to answer questions about breast cancer prevention and to provide resources to…
Dredging operations set to begin at Gulfport Harbor
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Department of Marine Resources is alerting the public that dredging operations are starting at the Gulfport Harbor this week. The operation area includes the bar channel area located between buoys 6 and 25. Materials from the dredge will be brought to the disposal site located on the west side of the navigation channel. Dredging activities are…
Stone County Economic Development Partnership celebrates 25 years
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Economic Development Partnership is celebrating 25 years of investing in the community. Hundreds of county residents gathered in Wiggins at the Venue at Pine Burr to celebrate the occasion with food, live music, and community. Among those recognized at the event, Black Jack Ranch was awarded Business of the Year and Lindy Berryhill…
10/01 Ryan’s “Still Summery” Wednesday Morning Forecast
Things are still a touch on the summery side as we begin October, but a slight cool-down is on the way.
A few of our recent mornings have been cooler, but afternoons have stayed on the summery side. Yesterday in particular climbed into the low 90s after the expected cloud cover didn’t build in quite as thickly as initially expected, with noticeable humidity. I wouldn’t say it’s been “muggy,” but dewpoints have lingered near the mid 60s which has given us…
Ocean Springs volleyball sweeps Our Lady Academy in clash of two top Mississippi teams
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Tuesday brought one of the most highly-anticipated regular season volleyball matchups of the year to South Mississippi. No. 1 Ocean Springs and No. 2 Our Lady Academy met on the court in a non-district showdown of two state championship contenders. The Lady Greyhounds jumped on top early and never looked back, ending the night with…
Back Bay Mission and Pass Christian Library team up for Heart Healthy Ambassador Program
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-Terra Moreau from Back Bay Mission joins us to discuss the Healthy Heart Ambassador program. This is in partnership with the Pass Christian Library. The program runs October 6 and 20, November 3 and 17, and December 1, 15, and 29 at the Pass Christian Library at 11 a.m. For more information email passchristianlibrary@gmail.com. Categories: Community Headlines,…