Candidate Conversations: Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan

Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan is seeking a second term in office in this year’s municipal elections, and he stopped by the WXXV studio to talk to Grant Chighizola about his priorities for this campaign cycle. Categories: Featured, Jackson County, Local News, News Tags: 2025 Municipal Elections, Casey Vaughan, City of Gautier, Gautier, Jackson County, Mayor Casey Vaughan

Local sports bars preparing for Super Bowl 59

Super Bowl 59 is now less than two weeks away. So how are sports bars preparing and are businesses ready for an influx of fans? WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has the story. WXXV FOX is your Super Bowl station. The game kicks off at 5:30 on Sunday, February 9th from the Caeser’s Superdome in New Orleans. Categories: Featured,…

WXXV and Memorial teaming up for free community job fair

WXXV and Memorial Health System are hosting a free community job fair on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. That’s taking place at the Lyman Community Center. Participants can get one free complimentary digital head shot, have their resumes reviewed, and practice their interview skills with professional headhunters. More than 30 local businesses will be there actively seeking to…

Cell phone policy enforced at Pass Christian High School

It’s no surprise that Gen Z is often referred to as the digital generation. but with technology at their fingertips, it can sometimes lead to distractions in the classroom. Pass Christian High School is taking steps to improve student performance by addressing this challenge by enforcing a “no cell phones” policy.  Although this policy isn’t entirely new, it ensures that…

Mississippians react to Super Bowl 59

Super Bowl 59 is set as a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss spoke with South Mississippians to see how they feel about the upcoming championship match up. WXXV FOX is your Super Bowl station. The game kicks off at 5:30 on Sunday, February 9th from the Caesar’s Superdome in New…

Mississippi players heading to the Super Bowl

Both teams in Super Bowl 59 feature some athletes who played college ball right here in Mississippi! Kansas City is looking to make NFL history with a three peat and two Mississippi athletes could be part of that. Defensive Tackle Chris Jones is one of the Chiefs’ biggest stars. He spent his collegiate career at Mississippi State and was selected…

Krewe of Waggus pawrade rolls through Pass Christian

In Pass Christian on Saturday, some furry friends hit the road for the Krewe of Waggus pawrade. Dogs of all shapes and sizes made their way down Davis Avenue with some of them wearing their best Mardi Gras attire as their owners threw out beads and candy. This marks the first year for the parade and all money collected from…

Scarlet Pearl celebrates Lunar New Year with Lion Dance

The Scarlet Pearl Casino rang in the Lunar New Year on Saturday night with a Lion Dance in the resort lobby. The Lion Dance is performed at the beginning of the Chinese New Year to bring prosperity and luck for the upcoming year with 2025 being the year of the wood snake. The Lunar New Year officially begins this Wednesday…

City of Gulfport hosted third annual Gumbo Fest

The City of Gulfport kicked off its highly anticipated Gumbo Fest on Saturday. Chefs from across South Mississippi gathered at Centennial Plaza as they competed in the Stir da Roux Gumbo Cookoff, vying for the coveted titles of best gumbo here on the Coast. Trophies and cash prizes were on the line and even municipalities got in on the fun…

Morning Business Report: January 27th, 2025

Cargo theft hit record highs in 2024 and tax season begins today. Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

1/26 – Sam Parker’s “Rainy & Warm” Sunday Night Forecast

Rain Monday morning  then temperatures to be above average most of the week. Rain chances increase overnight and especially early Monday morning. after the moisture moves through visibility could be lowered. Mainly this week mid to upper 60’s to low 70’s for highs through Friday. Lows overall cool in the 40’s to 50’s. seeing the chance for more showers to…

Southern Miss baseball kicks off new season with annual media day at Pete Taylor Park

Continuing the tradition of excellence. That was the main theme at Pete Taylor Park on Friday for the 2025 Southern Miss baseball media day. Players and coach es alike all have one goal in mind – reaching Omaha. “Winning the conference, winning the tournament, hosting regionals, hosting the super and obviously reaching Omaha…that’s our goals.” “The goal is always going…

Did county plans work for the snowy weather?

The snow storm is now behind us here in South Mississippi. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. spoke with county officials about the storm plans and what they learned for next time. We spoke with Chad Brownlow with Jackson County Emergency Services and Valerie De Matties with Harrison County about their thoughts going forward. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags:…