GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A dangerous flesh eating bacteria has returned to The Gulf. Vibrio is a type of flesh-eating bacterium, which you’ve probably heard of if you live in a warm, coastal city. Exposure to the bacterium could be deadly, but experts on the Mississippi Coast say there are ways to limit your risk. Vibrio thrives in warm, marine…
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…
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:…
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“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…
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, 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…
Tonight, expect scattered storms before midnight, then partly cloudy skies with a low near 74. On Wednesday, we’ll start off mostly sunny, but storms are likely to pop up by the afternoon between 1 and 4 p.m., with highs around 91. A few showers may linger into the evening, but most spots should quiet down overnight. Thursday and Friday bring…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Our friend Maridee Mallette with the Jackson County Animal Shelter is in studio with our News 25 Pet of the Week. This week’s pet is Copper. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: pet of the week
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins us to tell us all about the new games this month. Categories: Local News, News
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GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service will soon roll through the Mississippi Gulf Coast. With the intercity service set to roll out in just two weeks, taking passengers from Mobile to New Orleans, and making multiple stops along the way. Local businesses are looking ahead to the future and hoping the passenger train will bring plenty of…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — What would the Mississippi Coast be without fishing? It’s a hobby, a job and a passion for many who take to the area’s waters. One Coast man is using this passion to fulfill a much bigger purpose: making sure that people of all abilities have a chance to hit the open water with a fishing pole….
Tonight, we’re watching for another round of showers and storms after 9 p.m., with about a 50% chance of rain. Skies will stay mostly cloudy early before gradually clearing toward morning. Temperatures dip to the low 70s, and winds will be light and calm overnight. By Tuesday, the heat builds back in with highs near 89 under partly sunny skies….
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson’s office has launched a new initiative to design new ‘I Voted’ stickers for future elections. It’s part of the larger ‘Promote the Vote’ program. Anyone 18 years or older who is registered to vote in Mississippi is encouraged to design and submit artwork to be used as the ‘I Voted’ sticker for all 82…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is dedicated to the work and life of Ocean Springs artist Walter Anderson. The museum has a new executive director, Maddie Codling. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott stopped by the museum today to talk to Maddie about her vision for the museum and some of the exciting things happening at WAMA….
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- After a summer pause, the Government Street Paving Project in Ocean Springs will resume this week, creating detours, parking restrictions, and some lane closures. The Government Street Paving Project in Ocean Springs is scheduled to begin at about 9 a.m. Tuesday, August 5 and is expected to last about one week. Despite the lane closures and…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A benefit is being held Tuesday for a Marine veteran and Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy diagnosed with cancer. Perry Pezzarossi and Sheriff Matt Haley join us with more about the benefit. The benefit takes place from 4:30 to 6:30 at the Harrison County Soccer Fields on County Farm Road. All proceeds from the sale will assist…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-One comedian is making his way to the Beau Rivage this Friday for a night of laughs and fun. Steve Trevino joins us via Zoom to discuss his upcoming performance. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: beau rivage, Steve Trevino
SOUTH MISS. (WXXV)- South Mississippians are rallying around the family of a Mississippi Highway Patrol trooper seriously injured in an on-duty accident here on the Coast over the weekend. Details on the nature of the crash are still limited, but we do know that Trooper Tavon Moore’s recovery is expected to take months. Moore is a husband and father of…