Morning Business Report: September 22, 2025
Categories: Business
Long Beach Public Library hosting Sock Hop
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Public Library is hosting a sock hop this upcoming Saturday. Denise Saucier from the library joins us in studio with details. The sock hop takes place at the Long Beach Recreation Center from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Admission is $6 for adults and $3 for kids. This event aims to raise funds…
7th annual Hummingbird Festival
The 7th annual Hummingbird Festival is taking place this Friday at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center. Amanda Romano and Mary Rodgers are in studio with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News, News Tags: Hummingbird Festival, Pascagoula River Audubon Center
Fire destroys storage building in Harrison County
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Fire Rescue shares details from a storage building fire last week. A Harrison County sheriff’s deputy was on patrol Friday morning when a workshop and storage building on Three Rivers Road was found on fire. Harrison County Fire Rescue, along with the Combat Readiness Training Center’s fire department, responded to the scene. The building…
Jackson County Fire Protection fight woods fire
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Jackson County Fire Protection shared pictures from a woods fire last week. The fire happened on Wednesday just north of Moss Point on Hardy Waltman Road. Officials say the fire was contained with help from the Mississippi Forestry Commission. The cause has not been shared, but no structures were threatened. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Jackson…
Who is the News 25 Today Weakest Link?
Ryan, Spencer & Chloe take the Celebrity Weakest Link Challenge to find out once and for all – Who is the News 25 Today “Weakest Link?” aka – the worst at trivia. Tune in to see how smart celebrities aren’t every Monday at 8pm on WXXV FOX 25 when the hilarious Jane Lynch hosts “Celebrity Weakest Link.” Tags: celebrity weakest…
A crown fit for a cancer surviving queen: Katherine Adams named St. Patrick Homecoming Queen
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-It’s that time of year where high schools are taking part in their homecoming week and welcoming alumni back to their schools. It’s a full circle moment for many, but none quite as special as this one. This past Friday night, St. Patrick Catholic High School held their homecoming football game and presented their prestigious court. All…
Plane makes unplanned stop at Gulfport Biloxi International Airport
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Combat Readiness Training Center’s fire department was busy last Wednesday. The emergency service received a call from their crash phone around 1 p.m. on Wednesday. A small plane had to land on the runway of the airport after their landing gears would not come down. Fire officials saw no fire, smoke, or fuel on the…
190 participants complete education program through MDOC
The Mississippi Department of Corrections shared an update for inmates taking part in an education program. More than 190 participants from the Central Mississippi Correction Facility in Pearl completed GED, re-entry, or vocational classes. In total, 259 certificates were given out. Department of Corrections officials say their accomplishment is recognized. Those officials stated that these accomplishments demonstrate the change that…
Neonatal team at Memorial Hospital aids five critically ill babies at once
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- At Memorial Hospital in Gulfport on Wednesday, the neonatal team showed how remarkable they are. Within a single hour they aided five critically ill babies in need of immediate care. The team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and respiratory therapists worked around the clock working side by side to ensure every child received the highest level of care….
9/21 – Warm Start to the Week With a Little Extra Humidity
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
We’re starting the week on a quiet note, with clear nights and plenty of sunshine around on Monday and Tuesday. Highs will sit in the upper 80s to low 90s, with comfortable overnight lows in the low 70s, and just a light breeze from the south both afternoons. By midweek, things turn a bit more unsettled. Scattered showers and storms…
Acadian donates medical bags to D’Iberville Police Department
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Police Department received an important donation Thursday from Acadian Ambulance. Acadian teamed up with Charles Wise to donate medical bags to the D’Iberville Police Department. These bags have gauze, medical scissors, bandage and much more, allowing the officers to administer first aid to those in need. Police department leaders say the gesture highlights the teamwork…
Annual Sacred Heart Bazaar coming in October
Jackie Ogler and Robyn Johnson join us in studio to talk about the annual Sacred Heart Bazaar. The Sacred Heart Bazaar takes place October 17 through the 20th at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in D’Iberville. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
Mississippi State Parks Director receives national award
Mississippi State Parks Director has been honored with a national award. Andre Hollis has been honored with the prestigious Canadian Bear Trap Award for his 28 years of dedicated service to Mississippi state parks. The award is presented each year by the National Association of State Park Directors to a leader who shows exceptional innovation, commitment, and leadership in managing…
United N Blue ‘A Night in Blue’ Gala
Coming up a month from now, a big gala will be held at the IP Casino Resort with the goal of helping support the families of fallen first responders. Here to tell us more about the United N Blue’s A Night in Blue Gala is Sheriff Matt Haley and Investigator Emma Baptiste. The ‘A Night in Blue’ Gala takes place…
Gautier Police K9 receives new body armor
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department announced that K9 Lady has received a donation of body armor. K9 lady received a bullet and stab protective vest. This coming from the organization Vested Interest in K9s. The vest was sponsored by the Lincolnwood Training Club for German Sheperd Dogs of Chicago. The program is open to all dogs at least…
Paddle Paradise returns to the Diamondhead Marina
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- We are joined now by Penny Crawford and Diamondhead Mayor Anna Liese to talk about the Paddle Paradise event taking place next week. The fun takes place September 27 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Diamondhead Marina. Registration begins at 8 a.m. The event is free. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local…
Biloxi officer graduates from academy
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Police Department honored their own recent graduate. Officer Laik not only graduated from the law enforcement academy; he also received the PT and academic awards for his class. Biloxi police say they are proud of his work and are excited for his future in the police department. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Biloxi Police…
D’Iberville officer graduates from academy
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Also seeing graduation from the Harrison County Law Enforcement Academy is D’Iberville Police Department. Officer Christopher Campbell achieved this milestone and was joined by family during his big day. The D’Iberville Police Department saying they are proud of Officer Campbell’s hard work and accomplishments. They also share they are excited to see what his future holds….
Gulfport officers graduate from academy
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department shared the news of officers graduating from the Harrison County Law Enforcement Academy. Officers Kalie Vo, Isaac Payne, and Tanesha Stokes all completed this milestone. Gulfport police say this graduation reflects their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to public service. Officials say they are proud to welcome these graduates and look forward to their…
Progress on new Stone High campus
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Work on the new Stone High School campus near Perkinston continues at a rapid pace. In the latest update provided by the school district, interior and exterior walls are now going up for the gym, interior work is progression on the main academic building, mechanical work is happening in the cafeteria, exterior walls are going up…
Pascagoula officer honored with challenge coin
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-In Pascagoula, Captain Brandle has received the Challenge Coin of Excellence. Captain Brandle was presented with the coin by Colonel Cabell of the 81st Mission Support Group. Keesler was hosting Police Week last week. Captain Brandle received the coin for dedication and support to law enforcement and the community. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Pascagoula Police Department
Estuary legislation passes House committee including protections for MS Sound
Legislation aimed at protecting our Mississippi Sound is progressing through the halls of the U.S. Capitol. Legislation to direct the EPA to review Mississippi’s proposal to join the National Estuary Program was passed by the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. If final approval is given, the law would open up the Mississippi Sound Estuary Program to potential federal funding for…
185th Aviation takes part in Exercise Emerald Warrior
The Mississippi National Guard shared photos from Exercise Emerald Warrior in St. Croix. The exercise had the 185th Aviation Bridge provide support with partners in the Kentucky Air National Guard. Black Hawk crews helped special tactics airmen conduct infiltration and exfiltration missions across land and sea. Those helicopters also help with mass-casualty evacuation scenarios. These exercises test real-world medical response…