LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Long Beach Historical Society is hosting a cemetery tour on September 18. This will be a guided walking tour, highlighting the city cemetery at West First Street and South Girard. Long Beach High School Theatre students will provide narratives during the tour, bringing to life the stories of those buried at the cemetery. Admission…
Dr. Vijay Rangachari, a professor of chemistry and biochemistry and biochemistry in the school of mathematics and natural sciences at Southern Miss, has been selected for the 2025-2027 Bennett Endowed Professorship. This award supports the professor’s research efforts and includes sponsorship of the Biennial Bennett Symposium. Dr. Rangachari is recognized internationally for his research on how certain proteins are involved…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The annual Biloxi Community Festival against Crime is fast approaching. That takes place on September 20 at Point Cadet Plaza. Those who attend will learn about the programs the City of Biloxi as well as the Biloxi police and fire departments offer to keep communities safe. There will be music, games, displays, and demonstrations. There will also…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- MDOT and city officials have cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the railroad crossing improvement project over in Long Beach. This railroad crossing grade improvement project was a first of its kind program for MDOT with the goal of improving railroad crossing safety throughout the city. This project was funded thanks to the Federal…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Port of Gulfport’s newest crane is now officially in place after arriving to the port Thursday. Port officials say the new ship to shore crane will be able to handle vessels holding up to 19 containers wide, compared to the current reach of 18. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Port of Gulfport
The Ocean Springs Greyhounds had a WXXV Game of the Week matchup in week three against the Pascagoula Panthers at War Memorial Stadium. Ocean Springs held on to go to 3-0 to start the season in a feisty battle with Pascagoula. Ocean Springs (3-0) will travel to play Picayune (3-0) next week while Pascagoula (1-2) will play D’Iberville on the…
Poplarville wins big on the road behind a monster performance from junior running back, Tylan Keys. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: football, hancock high, Poplarville Hornets, sports
The Biloxi Indians was on the road Friday evening looking to for another win vs Picayune Maroon Tide but fell short 23-14. Here are the highlights. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi Indians, Friday Night Showcase, picayune maroon tide, sports
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — West Harrison continued its dominance on the gridiron with a 47-17 win over Gautier in Week 3 of football action. The Hurricanes jumped out to a 20-0 lead and never looked back. Gautier’s Kenyan Walker crossed the goal line for the Gators’ first score of the night, but West Harrison responded almost instantly with a touchdown…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is honoring all first responders and medical personnel this weekend with free admission. The deal kicked off Thursday, September 11 and runs until September 14. This offer is only valid at the gate with proof of employment on those promotional days. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 44th annual Biloxi Seafood Festival kicks off Saturday, September 13 at 9 a.m. Head out to the Biloxi Town Green for all the fun. Admission is $5 for adults and kids under ten get in for free. Arts and craft vendors along with local food options will be at the event along with an amazing line…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A household hazardous waste collection day is taking place Saturday, September 13. The Rocko-McFarland Household Hazardous Waste Collection and Recycling Center will be open from 8 a.m. to noon. That center is located at 10076 Lorraine Road in Gulfport. If you can’t make it out Saturday, you can schedule an appointment during the week or attend…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier is moving forward with its master plan to create a town center on the Old Singing River Mall property. The city broke ground on the Songwriters Hall of Fame and Performing Arts Center last month. The project also includes a new city hall, an entertainment center, and possibly a 100-room hotel. Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan is…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Big news for Coast country music lovers! Country musician Jason Aldean’s ‘Full Throttle’ Tour is coming to the Mississippi Coast Coliseum on January 17. He will be joined by special guests Nate Smith, Lanie Gardner, and Dee Jay Silver. Ticket go on sale September 19. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Jason Aldean, Mississippi Coast Coliseum
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Joining us in studio are Master Sgt. Ulysses Grant and Technical Sgt. Larissa Hampton from the Air Force Reserves. They are here to talk about recruitment. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Air Force Reserves, recruitment
The Gulfport Public Library is playing host to a science café presentation titled ‘Don’t be Shellfish.’ Novalee Wise, Rachel Lynch, and Jamie Elston join us ahead of Tuesday’s fun. The science café takes place Tuesday, September 16 at 6 p.m. at the Gulfport Public Library. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News, News Tags: Gulfport Public Library, Science Cafe on the Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Veterans Association shared they had an amazing turnout for this year’s National Day of Service. Over 250 volunteers came out Thursday to clean tombstones at the Biloxi National Cemetery, honoring those service members and families laid to rest. This is an annual event that happens every September 11th, honoring those lives lost and the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thursday night in Biloxi, Back Bay Mission held a fundraiser at Ground Zero Blues Club. The event was to raise funds to help the local unsheltered community. “Musicians with a Mission” had live music, food, and silent auctions. Every dollar raised will go towards support for the unsheltered. Back Bay Mission is a nonprofit in Biloxi that…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs is calling all artists to enter in the Blue Moon Art Project. The winning piece will be featured on the 2026 Blue Moon branding at the Peter Anderson Festival. This year’s theme should be contemporary interpretation of the theme: “where do you Blue Moon?” Not only will the piece be the featured art for…
Our Lady Academy volleyball traveled to St. Patrick for a big rivalry game and came away from a heated match with a 3-0 victory. The Lady Crescents have posted a 26-3 record with just a few weeks remaining in the season, showing that they are among the best teams in the Magnolia State. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights…
Harrison Central volleyball dropped its first set to West Harrison, but the Red Rebelettes battled back from the early deficit, winning 3-1 on their home court. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the match. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: harrison central high school, Harrison Central volleyball, South mississippi volleyball, west harrison high school, west harrison volleyball
We’ll stay sunny and warm through the days ahead, with highs right around 90, or low 90s, each afternoon. Tonight will be clear and calm with lows near 70. Friday and through the weekend, expect more sunshine with highs in the upper 80s to low 90s and overnight lows holding steady in the upper 60s. Winds will stay light, shifting…
Due to high demand for the Mardi Gras service line, Amtrak is adding an additional train car ahead of Saints home games. The upcoming games include: September 14 October 5 October 12 October 26 November 23 December 14 December 21 Amtrak officials advised all to hurry and buy their tickets as they are selling out fast. The first to time…