PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Library marked a special moment on Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony honoring longtime children’s librarian Sally James, who passed away earlier this year. The community gathered to dedicate the library’s children’s wing in honor of James. She was a lifelong resident of Pass Christian known for her warmth and love of books….
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents about an asphalt scam. Deputies are taking information about an asphalt company that knocks on doors, saying they have left over asphalt and offering to complete driveways for a low price. When work is done, the price changes to a higher amount. Deputies advise anyone to call if…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A new pediatric specialty care clinic has opened in Gulfport thanks to the partnership between Singing River and Kids and Tummies. Singing River Kids & Tummies has cut the ribbon on a new practice led by Dr. April Ulmer, who is now partnered with the Singing River network. Dr. Ulmer said, “Kids have unique needs, families have…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Nicole Martz joins us from the Mississippi Aquarium ahead of the Otter Trotter. That is set to take place the day before Thanksgiving. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
Easton Whitehead is a teacher at Biloxi High School and he recently was called as an expert on TMZ to explain what ‘6 7’ means. He joins us with more. Categories: Local News Tags: 6 7, Easton Whitehead, memes, viral
The Lady Indian soccer team is starting the year on fire remaining undefeated through six games and outscoring their opponents 29 to 7. In the sport of soccer, all 11 girls truly have to be on the same page, and Senior Captain Avery Lofton believes that’s why her team has been so successful. Teamwork truly does make the team work,…
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HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Three organizations teamed up Wednesday at the Hancock County Farmers Market to help out anyone facing food insecurities. Coast Electric, United Way, and Hancock Resource Center hosted a mobile food pantry. Over 50 volunteers from these organizations showed up to help including some students from Hancock High School. In just two hours, around 300 families were…
Our South Mississippi federal and military installations are returning to normal operations Thursday as the shutdown ends. The Armed Forces Retirement Home sent out a statement this morning welcoming back furloughed federal workers. Furloughed employees are also set to return to Keesler Air Force Base and the Naval Construction Battalion Center as well. Categories: Local News
South Mississippi will soon begin hearing a familiar sound. The Salvation Army’s iconic Red Kettle campaign returns to Walmart and Sam’s Clubs nationwide. Shoppers can donate cash or give digitally to support programs providing food, shelter, and hope year-round. The Mississippi Gulf Coast will have a soft kettle kick-off at selection locations on November 15 and will be out everyone…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — First responders from the three coastal Mississippi counties were honored for their dedication and bravery at Keesler Federal Credit Union’s 10th annual First Responders of the Year Awards. First responders, friends, and family filled the ballroom at the IP Casino and Resort on Wednesday to celebrate this accomplishment. Thirty-five first responders from Hancock, Harrison, and Jackson…
Representative Mike Ezell released a statement following the government’s reopening. Ezell says the shutdown came at a steep cost for Mississippi. The state economy lost an estimated $82 million each week, nearly 26,000 federal workers went without pay and more than 357,000 residents faced disruptions to SNAP benefits. He says now that the shutdown is over, it is time to…
The Gulf Coast Veterans Association is hosting a Thanksgiving drive this month. Active duty and veterans can receive a free Thanksgiving kit, turkey included. Those interested need to register by November 21 for a blessing box. The association will contact you with the information for receiving the box. To sign up, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Gulf Coast Veterans…
Pascagoula High School hosted a scholarship signing event for their senior swimmer Wednesday evening. Colton Sprague signed a swimming scholarship to Meridian Community College. Colton is a 200 Individual Medley State Champion and he also placed 3rd in the 50 Free. Congratulations to Colton! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: High school swimming, pascagoula high school, Signing Day
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- Christmas on the Avenue which is coming to Biloxi in a few weeks, had a bunch of students from Biloxi High School compete to design artwork that will go on t-shirts for the event. In an effort to kick off the event and bring the excitement, the top three students were invited to attend Ground Zero Blues…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Visitors Center revealed their t-shirt design for 2025. These shirts were designed by Brandy Geyer and are available for purchase beginning December 4, the day of the Lighting of the Lighthouse event. Each shirt costs $25 and can be brought at the Biloxi Visitors Center after the event. Quantities are limited. Categories: Local News
Tonight will stay mostly clear and quiet, with lows dipping into the low 50s and the chance for fog developing late into the overnight hours. Thursday and Friday both bring sunny skies and highs near 74 degrees, and nights remain mostly clear and comfortable with lows in the low to mid 50s. Saturday and Sunday will feature more sunshine and…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Municipal leaders from five southern states are on the Coast this week to talk new strategies when it comes to recovery from natural disasters. The Disaster Leadership Conference is a project by the Mississippi Department of Insurance, along with sister departments in Louisiana, Tennessee, Arkansas, and Alabama. Wednesday’s schedule at Beau Rivage featured a panel with city leaders,…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Florida man will spend nearly 30 years behind bars in the Mississippi prison system after pleading guilty to drug charges stemming from a 2023 traffic stop. Forty-seven-year-old Damarte Epps will serve his sentence on the charge of possession of cocaine with intent to distribute without the possibility of parole or early release. Epps was stopped by…
With the holidays around the corner, Extra Table is hitting the road, delivering 9,000 whole frozen chickens to food pantries and soup kitchens across Mississippi. The Henny 9000 is rolling out a 48-hour delivery marathon feeding families from the top to the bottom of the state. It is an example of the community coming together to ensure no one goes…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County fire crews spent much of the morning battling a house fire in the Helena community. Fire officials say they quickly performed a fire attack after arriving on scene and were able to fully extinguish the fire. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is now under investigation. Categories: Local News Tags: house…
We are joined now by Bobby Roberts to talk about the Joppa Shriners upcoming events happening this month. The monthly steak night takes place this Friday, November 14. You can get a steak, baked potato, salad, roll, dessert and a drink for $20. On November 15, the Dance Night will be happening beginning at 6 p.m. That is $10 to…
Katie King, Haley Broom, and a few kittens from the Humane Society of South Mississippi join us ahead of this weekend’s Caturday fun! The fun takes place Saturday, November 15 from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Chimneys in Gulfport. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi
With it being the middle of the month, we’re taking a look at a few events taking place at Jackson-George Regional Libraries. Angela Stewart is the system director and she gives us a look at highlights. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News