Teal season set to start in Mississippi

A reminder that teal season is coming up fast. It’s set to start on September 20 and run until September 28. All hunters are reminded to complete their hip survey before hunting any migratory birds. Any lifetime license holders and exempt license holders are still required to complete the survey. If hunting on a wildlife management area, but sure to…

Tickets on sale for Faery Court Ball in Biloxi

We are joined in studio by Suzanne Stafford, founder of the Faery Court Ball. She is here to tell us about their upcoming ball. This year’s Faery Ball takes place on September 26 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Joppa Shrine on Shriners BLVD in Biloxi. Tickets are on sale until September 19. For more information, click here….

City of Biloxi recognizes 250 years of U.S. Postal Service

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi recognized the U.S. Postal Service for 250 years. Mayor FoFo Gilich delivering a proclamation at Tuesday’s city council meeting. A representative from USPS was there to accept the honor. Mayor Gilich says this comes as the postal service has played a significant role in the development of the United States. He says this…

Long Beach Historical Society hosting cemetery tour

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…

Southern Miss professor awarded prestigious Bennett Endowed Professorship

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 Community Festival against Crime coming up

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…

Officials cut the ribbon on the Long Beach Railroad Crossing Project

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…

New crane in place at Port of Gulfport

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

Ocean Springs moves to 3-0 with a win at Pascagoula 21 to 14 in week three

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…

Picayune defeats Biloxi 23-14

  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

West Harrison football remains undefeated with 47-17 win over Gautier

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…

44th annual Biloxi Seafood Festival takes place Saturday

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…

Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday

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 Mayor Casey Vaughan discusses town center project

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…

Jason Aldean coming to the Coast Coliseum

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

Air Force Reserves Recruitment

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

Science Café on the Coast: Don’t be Shellfish

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

Volunteers clean tombstones at Biloxi National Cemetery in honor of 9/11

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…

Musicians with a Mission raises funds for unsheltered community

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…

Applications open for Blue Moon Art Project

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 takes down St. Patrick 3-0, proves it’s among the best teams in the Magnolia State

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…