South Mississippians share their New Year’s resolutions

As we ring in the New Year, many people are thinking about their New Year’s resolutions heading into 2025. One of the more popular resolutions amongst South Mississippians was to stay healthy and exercise. “Try to eat less bread, and move more at the YMCA with working”, said Trey Skaggs. But exercise wasn’t the only resolution in mind. Gulfport resident,…

Multiple people injured in gas explosion at apartment home in Gulfport

A gas explosion leaves one home damaged and causes several injuries in Gulfport. According to the Gulfport Fire Department, several people were injured after a gas explosion near 28th Street and 26th Avenue. Two were transported to local hospitals and one person required an airlift transport for more critical care. CenterPoint Energy crews also responded to the incident. The Gulfport…

Keeping your New Year’s Resolutions

It’s that time of year where we make New Year’s resolutions and try to stick to them! Danae Smith with Gulfport Behavioral Health System is in studio to share tips on how to keep up with your New Year’s resolutions. Categories: Local News, News Tags: new year’s resolutions

Starkville Police announces passing of K9 Kojack

Sad news out of Starkville today. The Starkville Police Department announces the passing of K9 Kojack. The department says Kojack passed away unexpectedly while in a boarding facility on December 26th. The police pup was a member of the Starkville Police Department since September 30, 2021. The department ended their announcement by saying Kojack’s absence will be felt and all…

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Biloxi talking about New Year’s Holiday Road Safety

With the new year right around the corner it’s a time for celebration, but it’s also one of the busiest times on the roads. The Mississippi Highway Patrol are ramping up enforcement efforts for the New Year’s Holiday Travel Period. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. is live at Mississippi Highway Patrol Troop K in Biloxi to talk about holiday…

Georgia and Notre Dame Head Coaches take the podium for Sugar Bowl Media Day

We are nearing the new year and continuing our coverage of the College Football Playoffs as both Georgia and Notre Dame have officially landed in New Orleans for the 2025 All-State Sugar Bowl. The Fighting Irish and Bulldogs will meet January first at the Caesar Superdome for the College Playoff Quarterfinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The ranked seven Notre…

Residents react to Vancleave flooding

Severe storms moved across the area bringing heavy rain to portions of the area over the weekend, including in Vancleave. Flood waters caused damage in the area warranting water rescues for other residents according to Michael Ryan. “It was pretty bad. Happened so fast too. Had to get rescue from around the corner here. My heart goes out to them,…

Aftermath of the flooding at Sugar Sands Campground in Vancleave

Days after the severe flooding which forced residents to evacuate at Sugar Sands Campground in Vancleave, water levels have finally reduced allowing those impacted to return to their RV’s. On Saturday the campgrounds were engulfed by floods brought on from Fridays night’s storms, forcing residents to leave their RV’s as well as the rest of their belongings behind. Relief efforts…

Discovery Intersession Camp at Lynn Meadows Discovery Center

Lynn Meadows Discovery Center had one of their winter break day camps this morning. The camp is an excellent way to keep children engaged during school breaks while providing them with opportunities to learn and have fun. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has more. The discovery intersession camp offers engaging activities for children ages four to 10. The camp…

Man dies after driving off fishing pier in Biloxi

A Florida man died Sunday night after driving off the fishing pier off Howard Avenue in Biloxi. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer said 67-year-old Paul Costello of Milton, Florida, was pronounced dead at the scene after first responders pulled the vehicle he was driving out of the Back Bay shortly after 1 a.m. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter went to the pier…

Sonic Boom of the South performed at 44th annual Bandfest

The people of California heard a sonic boom yesterday as Jackson State University’s Sonic Boom of the South performed during the 44th annual Bandfest ahead of the Rose Parade. The Sonic Boom takes center stage in their first ever Rose Parade performance on January 1st. Be sure to watch on WXXV NBC starting at 10 a.m. on New Year’s Day….

Blue-Grey Pride practices ahead of New Year’s Day Parade

The Blue-Grey Pride takes a pause from their fun to practice! This is video from their practice ahead of the London New Year’s Day Parade. The Pride is sure to represent the Gulf Coast well on the international stage. The broadcast can be watched on any PBS station, that being 6 AM our time. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Blue…

Ocean Spring High’s Blue-Grey Pride Band visits Windsor Castle

The Blue Grey Pride has officially made it across the pond! These are pictures of the Pride visiting Windsor Castle. The castle is home of the Royal family with burials ranging back to King Edward IV from the 1400s. The band is set to perform during the London New Year’s Day Parade. A reminder that the live broadcast takes place…

Vancleave resident speaks on dangerous flooding from storms

Storms over the weekend brought on flooding in various parts of South Mississippi, including Vancleave. On Saturday part of Barge Landing Rd was submerged underwater as Bluff Creek overflowed from Friday night’s weather. That flooding left some residents unable to access their homes along the river. WXXV talked to Darryl Jackson, a local resident who spoke on how just how…

Local teenagers use their own boats to help Vancleave flood victims

On Saturday the Sugar Sands Campground in Gulfport was engulfed in water from Friday night’s storms. Flooding forced residents to leave their RV’s as well as all of their belonging behind. That’s when three local teenagers decided to step in and help. Avery, only 18 years old, along with Landon and Gaige, both fifteen years old, decided to use their…

12/27 – Sam Parker’s “Enhanced Severe Weather” Friday Night Forecast

Foggy tonight Gearing up for the Chance of damaging winds, hail, and tornadoes tomorrow. 3 different tornado warnings across south MS earlier today. A dense fog advisory has been issued overnight for Jackson ,Harrison ,Hancock, and Pearl River counties. Drive Carefully throughout the early morning hours. Saturday is another weather aware day having a Higher chance for strong winds, hail,…