HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- As temperatures start to heat up across the Coast, Harrison County is giving families a fun way to cool down this summer. All county-maintained splash pads are now officially open including the newest located at the Daniel ‘Kent’ Jones Sportsplex in Gulfport. The splash pads are located throughout Harrison County, including Woolmarket, Saucier, Three Rivers, and…
Mississippi House Speaker Jason White announced the creation of six new select committees tasked with making policy proposals for the 2027 legislative session. Those committees include ones focused on governmental efficiency, property taxes, redistricting, judicial operations, consolidation, and specialty schools. Jackson County Representative Hank Zuber will serve as the co-chair of the Governmental Efficiency Committee. White says the creation of…
Mississippi students are being recognized for their creativity in this year’s Congressional Art Competition. Congressman Mike Ezell announced the 2026 winners after a reception celebrating student artists from across the state. Zoey Margrave from Petal High School took first place. Alicia Chavez, also from Petal High School, placed second. Kendyll King from Ocean Springs High School placed third. Several students…
During their ten-day trip around the moon, the crew of Artemis II snaped images of the Earth, Moon, stars, and solar system in dazzling clarity. NASA posted more than 12,000 of the incredible snapshots online for everyone to enjoy. Categories: National News Tags: NASA, science, space
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport City Council has renamed a pier at the city harbor after a local legend. Tuesday, the council unanimously voted to adopt a resolution naming the Ship Island Excursions Pier after the business’s late founder, Pete Skrmetta. The Skrmetta Family is celebrating 100 years of being in business this year. Captain Pete, as he was called,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Mayor Hugh Keating and the city council awarded medals to the graduating mayor’s youth council members. The ceremony took place on May 5. These members were honored for their leadership, service, and commitment to the community. Categories: Local News Tags: Gulfport, Mayor Youth Council
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Starting Monday is a road closure in Gulfport. 43rd Avenue between Central Street and 9th Street will be closed starting Monday. The closure begins at 8 a.m. and will last until 3 p.m. May 15. This closure is so crews can work on a sewer tap installation. Central Street, 42nd Avenue, and 9th Street will serve as…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier is hosting another listening session next week. This session focuses on Ward 1. Residents are invited to First United Methodist Church on May 12 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. City Manager Carlos Moulds, Councilman Cameron George, and other city officials will be around to listen to any concerns. This is a chance for…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County School District is sharing two new assistant principals for the upcoming school year. Christina Havard and Coach Tyler Williams will be taking the roles over for the George County Middle School. Meanwhile at Agricola Elementary, Jennifer Ezell is being named as the assistant principal for the upcoming year. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags:…
The American Red Cross will be hosting a few blood drives in the month of May. The first is set for May 21 as part of the Battle of the Badges. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the civic center will be playing hosting to the event. On May 26, the Biloxi Community Center will be hosting another blood drive….
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- One Long Beach firefighter has been recognized for his work. Kelly Whitman was selected as ‘Firefighter of the Year’ by the Gulfport Exchange Club. The department says Whitman’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving citizens has made a difference. From emergency response to community support, his work does not go unnoticed. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags:…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is recognizing two members of their force. Both are receiving recognition for work done in the first quarter of 2026. First up is Lt. Wanhala, the department saying he has demonstrated leadership, initiative and commitment to the department’s mission. The Civilian of the Quarter goes to dispatcher Ortiz. Ortiz has shown…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Team is sharing a few firefighters have been conducting air truck training the last few weeks. They are learning and refreshing themselves with operating the breathing air compressor and other systems. C-Shift took part in the training Monday. Fire officials say while the air truck is not a primary response tool,…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, the fire department is thanking one business for help cleaning up face pieces. Tony Murphy with 1-800-Board Up brought an ultrasonic clearer to the department, helping to reduce mask exposure to dangerous materials that firefighters face on the job. This gesture comes after the fire at Wasabi Japanese Cuisine last week. The Ocean…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gautier Police Department is reminding all residents that certain vehicles are not allowed on roadways. Those include mini bikes, dirt bikes, and four wheelers. Golf carts are only allowed when properly registered and operated by a licensed driver. The golf carts must also be in compliance with traffic laws. Parents are asked to help keep roads…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Department is congratulating one of their own. Deputy Conner Dunlap earned the Top Shot Award at the George County Sheriff’s Firearm Qualifications. The qualifications took place at the Turkey Fork Tactical Firearm Training Range. The range owner donated the trophy for the honor as well. Categories: Local News Tags: George County Sheriff’s…
Mississippi Power was recognized with an award last week. The group received the ‘Excellence in Energy’ and ‘Community Leadership’ Award at the Southeastern Leadership Conference. The award was given to Mississippi Power for delivering reliable energy and for commitment to the communities. During the conference, employees led important conversations as well. The talent inclusion manager moderated a panel on leadership…
BILOXI, Miss. — Blake Burke has been named the Brewers Minor League Player of the Month for April. The honor marks the second monthly award of Burke’s career and his first since August 2025, when he earned Southern League Player of the Month honors. His dominant April performance made him one of the most productive hitters across Minor League Baseball….
POPLARVILLE, Miss. — The stage is set for a championship showdown as the No. 5 ranked Pearl River Community College Lady Wildcats prepare to take the field with a Region 23 title on the line. Pearl River will face Copiah-Lincoln Community College in a high-stakes matchup scheduled for Saturday at 3 p.m. The Lady Wildcats have put together an impressive…
The NCAA has announced a major expansion to its iconic March Madness tournaments, increasing the field for both men’s and women’s basketball from 68 teams to 76 beginning next season. This marks one of the most significant format changes in recent tournament history, aimed at creating more opportunities for programs across the country while also boosting revenue for participating schools….
GULFPORT, Miss. — A big moment for Christian Collegiate Academy standout Tahj Hill, who has officially signed to continue his basketball career at Northern Essex Community College in Boston, Massachusetts. During the 2023–2024 season, Hill played a key role in leading the Bulldogs to a South State Championship, earning All-District Tournament honors along the way. He followed that up in…
May is National Bike Safety Month. With more people hitting the roads and trails along the Coast, local bike experts are reminding riders to stay alert and protected. Duncan Perkins, owner of Tri Hard Sports and Biloxi Bicycle Works, says both riders and drivers play a role in keeping roads safe. He recommends using your lights and wearing a helmet….
Showers and thunderstorms will continue through the Mother’s Day weekend as moisture remains in place across the Gulf Coast. Saturday looks to be the wettest day, with multiple rounds of rain and storms capable of producing heavy downpours and localized flooding. Many areas could pick up 1 to 3 inches of rain through Monday, with isolated higher totals possible. Rain…
POPLARVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Pearl River County has released the new districts for the Poplarville School Board. The creation of these districts comes after the state legislature passed a bill turning the board seats from appointed positions to elected one. The five new districts are set to take effect July 1. County leaders are now asking parents to carefully review the…