New Police, Fire Chief Speak To Ocean Springs Residents
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New police, fire chief speak to Ocean Springs residents

Everett Ganier Jr.,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce Breakfast with First Responders event took place Wednesday morning. The event was designed to connect community members with local first responders, including police officers and firefighters. The event allowed for discussions about community safety, current challenges, and opportunities for collaboration. This community event featured the newly appointed Ocean Springs Police…

8/6 Sam Lucey's Tropical Update
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8/6 – Breaking Down the Tropical Outlook

Sam Lucey,

We’ve officially made it to August, and while the first quarter of hurricane season has been relatively quiet, things are starting to heat up in the tropics. Tropical Storm Dexter is currently churning out in the Atlantic with winds of 50 mph. It’s expected to strengthen a bit more, possibly reaching winds near 70 mph, but it’s likely to remain…

Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary: Mississippi’s Only Primate Refuge Supporting Ptsd Recovery And Fighting Exotic Pet Trade
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Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary: Mississippi’s Only Primate Refuge Supporting PTSD Recovery and Fighting Exotic Pet Trade

Jordyn Lassiter,

PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) – The Gulf Coast Primate Sanctuary houses three spider monkeys, two squirrel monkeys, and two kinkajous. It is the only USDA-licensed primate sanctuary in Mississippi. Every monkey at the sanctuary was once a house pet whose owners decided they could no longer care for them. Founder April Stewart emphasized that primates are not easy to care for…

Anduril Opens Solid Rocket Motor Facility In Stone County
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Anduril opens solid rocket motor facility in Stone County

WXXV Staff,

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Anduril officially cut the ribbon this week on its new solid rocket manufacturing complex in McHenry. It’s a process that has been a year and a half in the making and the facility now employs around 100 people. The site on East McHenry Road will allow Anduril to grow annual production to 6,000 tactical motors by…

Community Comes Together For Fundraiser For Harrison County Sheriff Deputy Battling Cancer
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Community comes together for fundraiser for Harrison County sheriff deputy battling cancer

WXXV Staff,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Harrison County, family, friends, and law enforcement colleagues came out in a big way to help support a sheriff’s deputy as she battles cancer. Amber Simmons was diagnosed with cancer in June of this year and has since begun treatment and chemotherapy. The ten-year Marine veteran has been part of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office…

Susie Davis Discusses This Week's Living Local
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Susie Davis discusses this week’s Living Local

WXXV Staff,

Susie Davis is here to talk about this week’s episode of Living Local. Living Local is a new half-hour show airing Thursdays at 12:30pm WXXV NBC 25 showcasing local shops, restaurants and hot spots along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Susie takes you inside our unique local businesses to find out what sets them apart and let you know how to…

Joppa Shriners Hosting Several Events This Month
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Joppa Shriners hosting several events this month

WXXV Staff,

George Ackley with the Joppa Shriners is in studio to discuss a few events they have coming up this month. On Friday, August 8, 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. Dance Night is August 16. Country two-line step dance lessons…

All Clear Given After Morning Lockdown Involving Vancleave Schools
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All-clear given after morning lockdown involving Vancleave schools

WXXV Staff,

VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- The all-clear has been given for Vancleave schools after they were put into shelter-in-place mode for a time earlier Wednesday morning. According to a post from Vancleave High’s Facebook page, the move was done out of abundance of caution after a traffic stop involving a dangerous suspect near the schools. There was never a direct threat to…

Back To School Blitz: Meet Dr. Melody Smith, Wxxv And Huntington Learning Center's June Teacher Of The Month
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Back to School Blitz: Meet Dr. Melody Smith, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center’s June Teacher of the Month

Elizabeth Keen,

SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) — The start of a new school year means the return of WXXV and Huntington Learning Center’s Teacher of the Month segment! To celebrate, WXXV is honoring three local teachers in a Back to School Blitz. The first honoree is June’s belated Teacher of the Month, Dr. Melody Smith! Dr. Smith is an inclusion special needs teacher…

Senator Wicker Met With Protest
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U.S. Senator Wicker met by protesters during visit to the Coast

Jordyn Lassiter,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – Mississippi Gulf Coast Mutual Aid Collective is voicing strong opposition to Senator Wicker’s recent support of House Resolution 1, dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill.” The protest drew a small but vocal crowd, with Gulf Coast residents from both political sides expressing frustration with what they see as a failure to prioritize local needs.    Categories:…

25 Teams In 25 Days: Biloxi Indians
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25 Teams in 25 Days: Biloxi Indians

Ansley Brent,

“Just proving to all the doubters and haters out there that don’t think Biloxi is a top school,” said senior receiver and running back William Lai. After a 5-6 2024 football season, the Biloxi Indians are looking to turn their program around. Now that the players are familiar with Head Coach Jamey DuBose and his coaching staff they’re confident about…

New Four Way Stop To Be Installed In Long Beach
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New four-way stop to be installed in Long Beach

WXXV Staff,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- In Long Beach, a new four-way stop sign will be installed at the intersection of Allen Road and Pinecrest Road. That starts on August 15. All drivers are asked to use extra caution as residents get use to the adjustment. Categories: Local News, News Tags: four way stop, Long Beach

Long Beach Railroad Crossing Improvement Project Continues
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Long Beach Railroad Crossing Improvement project continues

WXXV Staff,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- In Long Beach, another intersection is closing as part of the railroad crossing project. The area being affected is Railroad Street and Cleveland Avenue. The intersection closed Monday and will remain closed as work is done. The railroad crossing improvement project is designed to level crossings in the city, making it easier for big vehicles to…

Beau Rivage Donates School Supplies To Local Schools
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Beau Rivage donates school supplies to local school districts

Everett Ganier Jr.,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Beau Rivage employees are giving back to the community by helping students in Harrison and Jackson counties prepare for the school year. Throughout the month of July, team members donated essential classroom supplies as part of the resort’s annual back-to-school drive. The effort ensures local children have the tools they need to succeed in the classroom. Items…

2025 Promote The Vote Theme Released
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2025 Promote the Vote Theme released

WXXV Staff,

Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson’s Office has rolled outs its 2025 Promote the Vote theme. The program aims to enhance civic education surrounding voting and elections for Mississippi youth. The theme this year is ‘Winners Vote,’ teaching kids that voting can be a team sport. The Secretary of State’s Office has resources for teachers and parents on this promote…

Secretaries Of State Visiting The Gulf Coast
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Secretaries of State visiting the Gulf Coast

WXXV Staff,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Nearly 30 Secretaries of State from across the United States are on the Coast this week for an annual conference. The National Association of Secretaries of State Summer Conference kicked off Monday at Beau Rivage. The organization is a medium for the exchange of information between states and fosters cooperation in the development of public policy. The…

Alligator Spotted At Gautier Elementary School
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Alligator spotted at Gautier Elementary School

WXXV Staff,

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Quite the sight Tuesday morning at Gautier Elementary as parents were dropping their kids off at school! A large alligator was spotted hanging out on campus, right underneath the Gautier Elementary fence sign. Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan even went out for a photo-op with the big guy. Gautier police were called out to make sure students, parents,…