GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The 29th edition of Cruisin’ The Coast shattered registration numbers with over 10,000 classic cars taking over the coast last week. The event closed out on Sunday morning, but they are already looking forward to next year’s 30th anniversary festivities. This year’s Cruisin’ The Coast is in the books, but it’s safe to say it was…
The State Department of Revenue is warning the public about a phishing scam targeting taxpayers. These scams are being sent out via text message. The Department of Revenue warns that texts are being sent that appear to be from them or the Department of Motor Vehicles saying that your refund has been approved. It asks for payment information and might…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Biloxi police are asking the public for help finding a runaway teen. Fourteen-year-old Eniya Davis was last seen on October 5th in the area of Rodenberg Avenue. Eniya was last seen wearing a yellow shirt and an unknown color of shorts. She is described as being 5’8” tall with blue hair. Right now, Biloxi PD is asking…
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) — George County is heading to the MHSAA 6A Volleyball State Championship following a 3-0 sweep of Hancock on Monday night. The Lady Rebels will take the court at Mississippi College on Friday at 10 a.m. as they face Lake Cormorant for the title. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the match and reactions to…
BRANDON, Miss. (WXXV) — Ocean Springs volleyball continues to show that it is one of the top teams in the Magnolia State, as the Lady Greyhounds took down Brandon by a score of 3-1 in South State action on Monday. The Lady Hounds will now play in the state championship! That match is set for Thursday, October 16th at 3:00…
NEW ORLEANS (WXXV) — The New Orleans Saints dropped a tough week six matchup to the New England Patriots, losing by a score of 25-19. Sports Director Ansley Brent has more from the Caesars Superdome in our WXXV Saints Report, powered by Mississippi Power. Categories: Local Sports, Saints Report, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Mississippi Power Saints Report, New Orleans Saints,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Trick or Treat on the Track event takes place Saturday, October 18 in Ocean Springs. That happens at Freedom Field on Porter Avenue. There will be free candy, the chance to dunk an elected official, a pumpkin patch, and so much more. That runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday evening. Now pumpkins are…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is hosting their annual Boo Bash on October 17. That takes place at the Gulfport Sportsplex soccer fields from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday evening. On tap are games, handouts, and trunk or treating. All are encouraged to wear their costumes out as well. Categories: Local News Tags: Boo Bash, events, Gulfport,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center is hosting their annual cemetery tour. History comes alive on October 15 and 16 as Bellande Cemetery comes to life with historic figures. The tour begins at the Mary C. The event is free to the public, but donations are appreciated. The tour will happen from 5:30 to 7:30…
Tonight will be clear and cool, with lows dropping to the 50s across the board and calm winds shifting north overnight. Tuesday brings another picture-perfect day with sunny skies, comfortable humidity, and highs in the mid 80s with a light north breeze. We’ll cool off again Tuesday night, with temperatures dropping to the low 60s under clear skies. Wednesday…
This month is National Safe Sleep and Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Awareness Month. The State Department of Health is cautioning parents about the practices that contribute to these avoidable deaths and recommend steps to take to ensure babies are safe. While putting babies to sleep on their stomach was once a common practice, we know now that babies have a…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s officially pumpkin season in Pass Christian and there’s no patch quite like the one at Trinity Episcopal Church. Volunteers unloaded a fresh shipment of pumpkins all the way from New Mexico and now the patch is open daily from 10 a.m. until dark. With a backdrop of the beach, it’s the only place on the…
We’re joined in studio by Janice Williams, president of the Gulf Coast Symphony. She joins us ahead of ‘It’s Magic with Joan Ellison.’ The show takes place Saturday, October 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the iMPAC Center. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: gulf coast symphony
A retiree lunch is being hosted for the Long Beach School District. Vivian Ward from the Excellence in Education Foundation discusses the date and how you can register to take part. The luncheon takes place on Tuesday, November 18 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Anyone wanting to attend is asked to RSVP by November 1. You can text or call…
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Nicole Martz with the Mississippi Aquarium is hosting an immersive marine science education experience for grades six through 12. She gives us the details. The MSU Science Education at Sea day takes place Saturday, October 18. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium
We are joined by Cecilia Dobbs Walton to talk about some of the City of Biloxi’s upcoming Halloween events. Halloween on Howard takes place Saturday, October 25 at 5 p.m. on Howard Avenue. Trunk or Treat at Eagle Point takes place on Tuesday, October 28 at 6 p.m. Categories: Local News Tags: biloxi, halloween
Keesler Federal Credit Union is offering immediate assistance for members facing payroll interruptions due to the government shutdown. The way paycheck relief works is Keesler Federal will advance the amount of your direct deposit for eligible members during the shutdown for up to 90 days. This is no cost or fee to enroll in the program. The only requirement is…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The date for the new solid waste collection service in Stone County is fast approaching. Collection by A-1 McDuffie Sanitation begins Wednesday, October 15. Crews will be delivering new garbage cans over the coming days. If you don’t receive a new can by the 15th, you can place your current can out until they send you…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Saturday night crash in George County left one person dead. According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, at around 9 p.m. on Saturday, a 2019 Toyota 4-Runner was traveling west on Highway 612 when it hit 26-year-old Tyler Hunt of Wiggins, who was walking on the highway at the time of the crash. He died from…
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pass Christian is recognizing citizens for their devotion to the city. Marie Lamb served as the Senior Citizens Program Coordinator from 2016 to 2025. Officials say she stepped into the role and brought unique energy, creativity, and heart to everything she touched. The city thanks her for a decade of service and dedication…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Service shared stats from last month. During September, the unit reports they received a total of 143 calls. The most calls were for rescue and EMS calls with other miscellaneous calls behind that. Vegetation fires took up 21 calls and car accidents caused 12 calls. Rounding it out, ten calls were…
With the month of September now in the books for Amtrak’s Mardi Gras Service, the Southern Rail Commission has released a brief update on how the service is doing. Since the start of service, 19,000 people have taken advantage of the route with four South Mississippi stops with an average of 105 passengers on each train. Demand has also increased…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Tuesday night, the City of D’Iberville swore in a new deputy chief for the police department. Major Chris Roberts was sworn in after demonstrating outstanding leadership and dedication to the department and community throughout his career. Roberts will work closely with Police Chief Marty Griffin. Categories: Featured, Local News