Morning Business Report: July 29, 2025
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MDMR removes 18 vessels in Hancock and Harrison counties
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources recently removed 18 abandoned vessels in two Coast counties. This is part of a large-scale project across the Gulf Coast. Abandoned and derelict vessel removal began in the summer of 2024. Vessels from Hancock and Harrison counties were successfully removed as part of this latest effort. The removals account for…
Gulfport officer returns to light duty following motorcycle accident
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport police office is returning to light duty following a motorcycle accident in April. Sgt. Jason Cuevas was on his motorcycle when he was hit by a car while on duty. That happened near Harrison Central Elementary School at the intersection of Highway 49 and Dedeaux Road. The police department says his road to recovery isn’t…
The City of Gulfport celebrates 127th birthday
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Monday marked the 127th birthday of Mississippi’s second most populated city. We sat down with the Gulfport Museum of History to learn more about where we came from and where we’re headed. Since 1898, a lot has changed. We got the chance to speak with those at the Gulfport Museum of History to dive into the…
Hook’em for Heroes Fishing Tournament
Ken Harshbarger is in studio to tell us about a fun fishing tournament going on in Pass Christian. Registration for Hook’em for Heroes ends on September 5 at 7 p.m. at the captain’s meeting dinner. The registration fee is $100 per angler. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Hook’em for Heroes Fishing Tournament
Moss Point’s Sue Ellen Recreation Center set to receive major renovations
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV) -A beloved community center in Moss Point is set to receive major renovations after a tornado forced its building to close doors. Since the storm, the Sue Ellen Recreation Center has remained closed. The city’s 2% food and beverage tax has helped fund the project after early struggles to secure the necessary financing. Phase one of…
07/29 Ryan’s “More Heat” Tuesday Morning Forecast
Expect more heat out there today as hot and humid conditions continue, but rain will start cooling things off.
Another day with more heat out there as Heat Warnings and Advisories continue across the area. Things will start to improve a bit later on thanks to increasing shower and thunderstorm chances, which will keep things on the cooler side in the days ahead. That doesn’t help much initially today though, with heat indices still ranging between 105° and 115°…
11 nursing students learn skills at Memorial Health’s 2025 Summer Nurse Extern Program
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System announced the completion of the 2025 Summer Nurse Extern Program. Eleven nursing students wrapped up the program with hands-on experience, clinical skills, and confidence for the work ahead. The program is collaborative with state organizations and gives any college student in their last year of school experience. Participants work alongside a nurse in their…
Gulfport sees increase in car break-ins
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) –Gulfport Police Department says the city has seen a recent increase in vehicle break-ins, with many of the cars being burglarized while unlock. It’s a problem all across the United States: burglars breaking into cars and stealing any valuables that they can find. The Gulfport Police Department is warning of a recent surge in vehicle break-ins, many…
MGCCC’s School and Nursing and Health designated a 2025 Center of Excellence
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s School of Nursing and Health Professions has been designated a 2025 Center of Excellence. The honor was designated to the school by the National League for Nursing and MGCCC was one of only 21 institutions nationwide selected. Formal recognition will be taking place at the League of Nursing’s Education Summit on September 19. The…
7/28 – Sam Lucey’s “Warm and Humid” Monday Evening Forecast
Heat Alerts in Effect for Tuesday with Afternoon Storms Returning
Expect a mostly clear night with temperatures dropping to around 79 and light winds settling down by morning. It’s going to be a hot and humid Tuesday ahead, with highs near 97 and heat index values that could reach up to 110. A Heat Advisory is in effect until 6 PM Tuesday, for Pearl River, Stone, George, and inland areas…
Tanker explosion in Hattiesburg caught on cam
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- An 18-wheeler exploded in a huge fireball on I-59 in Hattiesburg Sunday and the explosion was caught on camera. The 18-wheeler had been involved in a multi-vehicle accident when a massive ball of fire erupted from the truck. First responders already on the scene weren’t hurt, and there were no injuries reported from the collision. There’s been…
Morning Business Report: July 28, 2025
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Applications opening for 2025 Wild Hog Control Program
The Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner announced applications for the state’s wild hog control program open this Friday. The applications will be open from August 1 and remain open until August 15. All counties are eligible for the application period. The state department of agriculture provides traps to landowners and managers for the control of wild hogs on private and forestry lands….
Shoreline Shakers holding tryouts this weekend
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Breakers have a dance team for this upcoming season: the Shoreline Shakers. Mandi Nelms and Madison Sullivan join us ahead of tryouts with details on how you can join the team. The tryouts are Saturday, August 2 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 10441 Lemoyne BLVD, Suite C. Call 228-861-9823 to learn more. Categories:…
Three injured in Sunday morning shooting in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The investigation continues into a weekend shooting in George County in which three people were injured. Sheriff’s officials say it happened around 12:30 Sunday morning in the 100 block of Mount Rose Circle. Two of the victims in the shooting suffered gunshot wounds and all three people were taken to George Regional Hospital, where they are…
Biloxi High School Class of 1970 Reunion
It’s a walk down memory lane for the Biloxi High School Class of 1970 as they celebrate their 55th reunion this year. Paul Tisdale and Harry Joachim are in studio with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines
Bay St. Louis native officially sworn in as city’s police chief
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) – On July 25, 2025, Alvin Kingston was officially sworn in as the new Police Chief of Bay St. Louis. Surrounded by city leaders, family, and loved ones, the Bay St. Louis native proudly stepped into his new role during the ceremony. Since November 2024, Kingston had been serving as Interim Chief before his appointment….
07/28 Ryan’s “Scorching Start” Monday Morning Forecast
We're off to a scorching start across South Mississippi thanks to sunny skies and high humidity.
We’re off to a scorching start this week due to high heat and humidity, activating Heat Warnings across parts of South Mississippi. Even in the areas without warnings, we’re still looking at Heat Advisories meaning heat indices will be lingering between 110-115°…so there are no cool spots to seek out. In fact, I don’t even expect to get any of…
25 Teams in 25 Days: East Central Hornets
HURLEY, Miss. (WXXV) — The third day of WXXV’s 25 Teams in 25 Days segment takes us to East Central High School. “We preach effort, attitude and toughness everyday,” East Central Head Coach Sam Huff said. Effort. Attitude. Toughness. Three words that say a lot about the 2025 East Central Hornets, a young team looking to bounce back under fourth-year…
7/25 – Sam Lucey’s “Cloudy and Warm” Friday Evening Forecast
After a mostly cloudy night with scattered showers and storms, lows will settle in the upper 70s with a light southerly breeze. Saturday brings a moderate chance of rain and thunderstorms, especially before mid-afternoon. Expect partly sunny skies and highs around 90, with rainfall totals generally light but locally higher in storms. Rain chances taper off Saturday night, leaving partly…
Public asked to bring supplies to this weekend’s Shuckers games
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Raiders Football Team and the Biloxi Shuckers are teaming up to help local animal shelters. You’re encouraged to bring pet supplies to Keesler Federal Park at Shuckers games this weekend. Raiders owner and head coach Josh Heppel and Coach Brad Hignight are here to tell us about it. Categories: Local News, News Tags: animal…
Morning Business Report: July 25, 2025
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Magnolia Honeybee Education Exchange pushing for honey bee license plate
One Coast organization is working to bring awareness to honey bees in the state, including their essential functions. Elizabeth McCaffrey and Jennifer King from the Magnolia Honey Bee Education Exchange join us to discuss a new license plate design and the importance of why the project is starting. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Magnolia Honeybee…