Funeral arrangements have been announced for a beloved retired South Mississippi priest. Father Dennis Carver died Sunday, August 10 after a short battle with lung cancer. Visitation will be held from 10 to noon Monday, August 18 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, followed immediately by a funeral mass. The Bay St. Louis native served as pastor of…
The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence is accepting applications for their Youth Advisory Board Training Class. The class is open for those aged 14 to 20. The board helps members gain leadership skills, advocate for survivors. Applicants must complete a training class, participate in quarterly check in meetings either in person or through zoom. Parental consent is also required for…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) — Flamjeaux Coffee Company specializes in coffee education and fresh, homemade blends, and owner Margot Brignac is using this to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina in a unique way. Brignac has rolled out Flamjeaux’s Cat 5 Dark Roast Blend, roasted in honor of the uniformed personnel who helped in the aftermath of the…
For tonight, we’re looking at partly cloudy with lows in the mid 70s. Saturday brings sunshine and heat, with highs in the mid 90s and the heat index topping out near 112. We have a heat advisory in effect from 10 am to 7 pm, but we can expect a few scattered storms by afternoon to help us cool down….
The Mississippi Heritage Trust Photography Contest is underway right now. Submissions must be submitted by September 1. After that, public voting will take place from September 8 through September 22. The overall winner will receive $250 and be published in elevation magazine. Their photo also being framed and raffled. You can find more information by clicking here. Categories: Local News,…
We’re joined by Brandi Kaletsch and Tony Alves from Memorial Health System to talk about an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to jump start or advance their career healthcare. Memorial’s Navigate Your Journey Career Expo takes place Tuesday, August 19, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Medical Office Building Atrium at Memorial Hospital Gulfport, located at 4500 13th…
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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – Biloxi Mayor FoFO Gilich has requested that Harrison County remove the shade pavilions on the beach area between the I-110 loop and the lighthouse parking area. Gilich says that the homeless population gathering there for shade prevents beachgoers from enjoying the area But that raises another question: if the pavilions are gone, where will the homeless…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skateparks Association is hosting another one of their youth skate clinics. The clinic takes place at the Biloxi DIY Skatepark this Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. It’s a free community skate clinic for kids 15 and younger. Helmets are required, but pads are encouraged. Parents must be present the whole time. Categories:…
A couple of huge national and international stories in the news right. President Trump has deployed National Guard Troops in Washington, D.C. to fight crime. The president is going to Alaska on Friday to meet with Russian President Putin to talk about the war in Ukraine. Here in the studio to talk about that and more is Congressman Mike Ezell….
A deadline is coming up for Cruisin’ the Coast as the early bird registration deadline is Friday. Any vehicle from 1989 or earlier can be registered for this year’s Cruisin’ the Coast. You have until midnight on August 15, 2025 to take advantage of the early bird registration. Click here for more information. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Cruisin’ the…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — It can happen when you least expect it during hot summer months: a child could become locked in a hot car that only gets hotter by the minute. “We are called fairly often that a child is locked in the car,” Harrison County Fire Chief Pat Sullivan said. “Fortunately, we have not had any deaths that…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Drugs were found in a sweet tea jug, leading to the arrest of three people. The incident happened in Pearl River County after a deputy performed a traffic stop. Those in the car were identified as Briana Harris, Patrick Russell, and Javaze Bowden. The deputy noticed a white plastic bag in a jug of Milo’s…
We’ll stay mostly clear tonight with just a slim chance of a shower before skies clear out. Lows will settle in the mid to upper 70s with light winds. Friday will be hot and sunny, with highs near 93 and heat index values climbing to around 106. There is also a heat advisory in effect for Pearl River, Hancock, Harrison…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — People from across the state attended the grand opening of Singing River’s Healthcare Academy apprenticeship program — the first program of its kind in Mississippi. Notable members of the community were in attendance for the official ribbon cutting, with many praising the major medical advancements happening right here on the Mississippi Coast. This is the…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The newest Safe Haven Baby Box was blessed in Gulfport Thursday morning. The newest Safe Haven Baby Box represents a significant step forward to provide a safe and anonymous alternative to surrendering an infant. The baby box is located at Gulfport Fire Station 9, this location will offer a secure and compassionate option for parents in crisis…
This Saturday at Keesler Federal Park, there will be a celebration of girls in athletics, hosted in part by the Biloxi Shuckers and the Missi Wrestling Club. Here to tell us all about ‘Play like a Girl Day’ is Megan Brown. The festivities begin at 6:05 p.m. A portion of every ticket purchased through the event’s official link will benefit…
In two weeks, contestants, including WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola, will take the stage at the iMPAC Center for a night of trivia, fun, and supporting the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast. Here to tell us all about ‘Are you Smarter than a Club Kid’ are Samantha Martin and Emily Sham. For more information, click here. Categories:…
It’s week four of our 25 Teams segment and athletes truly can’t wait for those Friday Night Lights in just nine sleeps. It’s day 16 of 25 Teams in 25 Days, introducing the Hancock Hawks. Watch the video above to hear from the Hawks and what they think about the upcoming season. Categories: 25 in 25, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…
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It’s week three of our high school football preseason coverage which means we are less than two weeks out from week zero! On day 14 of 25 Teams in 25 Days, Sports Director Ansley Brent goes up the road to introduce us to the Harrison Central Red Rebels. To hear more from the Red Rebels about the upcoming football season,…
We’re ten days away from jamborees here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and we have ten more teams to feature after tonight. Sports Director Ansley Brent stopped by Long Beach for day 15 of 25 Teams in 25 Days. Watch the video above to hear from the Bearcats about their upcoming football season. Categories: 25 in 25, Local Sports, Sports…
We’ve officially surpassed the halfway point of 25 Teams in 25 Days, which means high school football is getting closer and closer. It’s day 13 of 25 Teams in 25 Days and we are introducing you to the Bay High Tigers. Watch the video above to hear what the Tigers have to say about the upcoming football season. Categories: 25…
“Just bouncing back from last season,” said junior wide receiver Stevie Thames. “Knowing we went 0-9 last season and just trying to make a comeback and show the coast who we are and what we’re going to be.” “Just winning. Winning. That’s it,” said junior linebacker and running back Jamariyon Turner. “We don’t have anything to lose, so all we’re…