Parker Creek dredging work begins in Biloxi

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Dredging at Parker Creek in Biloxi is underway and expected to last around six months. Workers will be on the water dredging the creek Monday through Friday until the over 4,000-foot project is complete. The total cost is just over $200,000. John Majure with the City of Biloxi says the dredge work not only improves the drainage of…

New Orleans Saints donate equipment to Long Beach football team

Big news for the Long Beach High School football team! Thanks to the New Orleans Saints and John Fayard Moving and Warehouse, the Bearcats received over $15,000 worth of brand-new practice equipment. Saints linebacker Isaiah Stalbird also visited the team and spoke of the importance of believing in oneself, hard work, and practicing. Categories: Local News, Local Sports, News Tags:…

Upcoming events at Joppa Shriners

The Joppa Shriners stopped by the studio to talk about their BBQ and Sportsman Giveaway and Steak Night. On Friday, September 12, the Joppa Shriners steak night takes place. That is from 6 to 7:15. Admission is $20 and includes a steak, baked potato, salad, roll and dessert. The 16th annual BBQ and Sportsman Giveaway take place Saturday, September 20…

Naval Construction Battalion Center hosting 9/11 remembrance ceremony

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Naval Construction Battalion Center is hosting a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Thursday. That is open to the public and takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Base officials will remember the lives lost, the first responders who answered the call as well as the resilience of the nation in the aftermath. Those wishing to attend…

MGCCC holds 5K in honor of 9/11 victims

PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College held a 5K in honor of victims of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The event took place at the Perkinston campus. Participants could walk or run the 5K. This was part of an initiative to keep an active campus and promote healthy lifestyle choices. MGCCC’s next 5K will be a Veterans…

Gulfport Alum, Olympian Brittney Reese named new assistant coach at UC Long Beach

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport High School is recognizing one of its most accomplished graduates. Olympic Gold Medalist Brittney Reese begins a new coaching chapter as an assistant coach at the University of California in Long Beach, California. After two decades of competing at the highest level, Reese transitioned to coaching at Gulfport High where she led the track and field…

Faery Court Ball in Biloxi will benefit local non-profits

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — An annual fantasy ball in Biloxi is only a few weeks away. The ball will offer a night of magic and fun while supporting local non-profits. A world of elegance and imagination awaits those who attend this year’s Faery Court Ball. Event founder and Treasures Market owner Suzanne Stafford filled us in on what to…

Pet of the Week: Kiwi

Meet Kiwi a Small Terrier Mix Available for Adoption at the Humane Society of South MS in Gulfport

Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi introduces us to our “Pet of the Week” Kiwi, a small terrier mix available for adoption now along with her litter mates. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: chloe carter, Humane Society, Katie King, kiwi, pet adoption, pet of the week, terrier

Gulfport volleyball defends home court in 3-0 district win over St. Martin

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Gulfport welcomed St. Martin on the volleyball court in a district showdown, and the Lady Admirals defended their home court with ease, winning 3 sets to none. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the showdown between the Lady Admirals and the Lady Yellowjackets. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Gulfport High School, Gulfport…

9/9 – Skies Clear Tonight Leading to a Warm Week

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast

Skies clear out overnight with lows near 70 and a light breeze shifting northeast. Wednesday will be sunny and warm, topping out near 90 degrees. Nights stay comfortable in the upper 60s, with mostly clear skies and light winds. The sunshine continues Thursday and Friday, with highs climbing into the low 90s by the end of the week. The weekend…

Mississippi Association of Broadcasters Conference kicks off at Beau Rivage

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Representatives from radio and TV stations across the Magnolia State are back in town for their annual conference. The Mississippi Association of Broadcasters yearly meeting kicked off Tuesday morning at Beau Rivage. Speakers are talking to state broadcast leaders on a variety of topics including the latest trends in the industry and leadership strategies. The National Association…

Ocean Springs Cemetery Tour auditions taking place Saturday

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mary C. Cultural Arts Center is looking for actors for their cemetery tour. Actors of all genders and ages are being asked to head out Saturday, September 13 to bring historical Ocean Springs residents to life. Auditions are set from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Mary C. Those who do show up can expect…

Local teachers receive financial literacy lesson plans for classroom

Hundreds of Gulf Coast students will soon have new opportunities in learning money management skills. Thanks to the support of the Gulf Coast Community Foundation and Coast Electric Power Association, local teachers are bringing financial literacy to life in the classroom. At a recent CEPA workshop, eight teachers from Pearl River, Harrison, and Hancock counties received classroom sets of books…

City of Long Beach accepting nominations for Citizen of the Year

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is accepting nominations for their next Citizen of the Year. Any Long Beach resident or business owner who loves the city or volunteers can be nominated for the honor. Nominations are due by September 22 at 4 p.m. To nominate someone, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Citizen of the…

Bear Cub Academy at the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

  GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Lynn Meadows Discovery Center Executive Director Cindy DeFrances and Educator Christine Palmer join us in studio. They’re here to discuss the Bear Cub Academy.  For more information, click here.  Categories: Local News, News Tags: bear academy, Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Tykes and Trains educational program at TrainTastic

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- TrainTastic Executive Director Meredith Horn joins us in studio. She is here to tell us about the museum’s education program ‘Tykes and Trains.’ For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: education, Traintastic, Tykes and Trains

Cops, Pops, and Pups coming to Jones Park

Gulfport Police Lt. Jason Ducre and Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi to talk about Cops, Pops, and Pups this weekend. The adoption event takes place at Harbor Market Pavilion in Jones Park. HSSM will be on site from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. administrating free vaccines for community pets in need. For more information, call HSSM…

Hancock kicks off homecoming week with first-ever community-wide parade

KILN, Miss. (WXXV) — Parade season truly never comes to an end in South Mississippi. On Monday, Hancock High School kicked off its homecoming week with its first-ever community-wide homecoming parade, put on by the Hancock Education Foundation. It featured this year’s homecoming court, middle and elementary school participants, cheerleaders, dancers, band members and community organizations. The celebration didn’t end…