Golf Cart Inspection and Registration Day in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss.- Lt. Candace Young with the Biloxi Police Department speaks to WXXV to discuss golf cart registrations happening July 23. Bring your golf cart to the Dr. Frank Gruich Sr. Community Center. On-site inspection includes paying the $75 annual fee to receive your decal. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, golf cart, registration
Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport hosting Fill the Bus Back to School Bonanza
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Junior Auxiliary of Gulfport is hosting a back-to-school bonanza at West Elementary School. The event is happening Monday, July 21 from 10 to noon. Those that come out will be treated to free haircuts provided by four different businesses. Backpacks full of supplies are also given to the first 100 students, back to school clothing and backpack…
Mississippi Gaming Commission approves site for Biloxi casino
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Gaming Commission has approved a site for one Biloxi casino. According to our media partner, the Sun Herald, the gaming commission granted Biloxi Capital’s casino site request according to Biloxi Attorney Michael Cavanaugh. Developers will now visit the Mississippi Gaming Commission to show proof of financial backing in order to begin construction. This comes after…
Man arrested for aggravated domestic violence in D’Iberville
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)-On Thursday, D’Iberville police announced the arrest of 34-year-old Jacob Miller for aggravated domestic violence. The charges follow a July 16 assault on Biglin Bayou Drive, where officers found a 67-year-old man beaten unconscious in a driveway. Miller was later located by Biloxi police and taken into custody. He’s now being held at the Harrison County Adult Detention…
Harrison County School District hosts training session for school bus drivers
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) –An important training took place in Harrison County Thursday, leading to hundreds of bus drivers receiving important safety tips. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen shows us some important technology the Harrison County School District is using to help students stay safe as they commute to school. It’s a harrowing moment caught on camera. Video from the Harrison…
Celebrating Black Restaurant Week along the Mississippi Gulf Coast
In this exclusive WXXV News 25 special, Jordyn Lassiter celebrates Black Restaurant Week by spotlighting two black-owned restaurants along the coast. Categories: Local News, News
‘Halfway to Geaux Party’ looks ahead to Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re now just five months away from the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon, but it is never too early to start getting into race shape and that was the case Thursday in Biloxi. At Fly Llama Brewing, Coast runners gathered for the Halfway to Geaux Party, clocking in some miles together as they looked ahead to the Gulf…
7/17 – Sam’s “Warm and Breezy” Thursday Evening Forecast
Rain chance returns again on Friday
Tonight brings a 50% chance of scattered showers and storms under mostly cloudy skies, with lows hovering near 78. Friday looks wetter, with widespread showers and thunderstorms likely through the day. Some storms could bring heavy rainfall, and highs will top out around 88. Rain chances taper off a bit Friday night but don’t go away completely. More storms are…
D’Iberville’s Logan Forsythe drafted by the Atlanta Braves!
Dreams really do come true, and we got to witness it first hand as one local athlete received the phone call of his life! The MLB Draft was held earlier this week, and with the overall 379th pick, D’Iberville’s own Logan Forsythe was selected by the Atlanta Braves. In high school, Forsythe set the strikeout record with 101 strikeouts,…
Former Gulfport Softball trio gives back by hosting a Summer Skills Camp
The Gulfport softball field was packed with young talent as the class of 2023 trio gives back to the community that built them. After playing softball for two years in junior college, Brooklynn Montana, Anna Kate Rounsaville, and Caroline Lindsey hosted their inaugural back to the basics softball camp for kids ages six to 12. The former Admirals taught the…
East Central High School names Stephen Garrard as new Head Baseball Coach
One week ago we were at East Central high school reflecting on the long and successful career of Bo Long. We’re back in hurley once again as East Central athletics announces Stephen Garrard as the new head baseball coach! Coach Garrard is no stranger to East Central high school, now entering his 15th season on the diamond with the Hornets….
Halfway to Geaux Party at Fly Llama Brewing
We’re at the halfway mark to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon. Race organizers are marking the occasion this evening with a celebration. Mike Wattigny is here in studio to tell us all about it. The party begins at 6 p.m. at Fly Llama Brewing in Biloxi. Categories: Community Headlines, Featured, Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon
Morning Business Report: July 17, 2025
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George County Softball Celebrates State Championship at WXXV!
WXXV News 25’s Sports Director Ansley Brent sits down with the 2025 Class 6A Softball State Champions, the George County Lady Rebels. Brent is joined by first year Head Coach Anna Grace Rigby and upcoming seniors Blakely Slay, Jordyn Bradley, Aryana Dixon, and Hadleigh Tatum. Two months ago to the date, the George County Lady Rebels hoisted up the State…
Volunteer Educators guide camps at the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – Inside the Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum, you’ll find not only the history of aviation but also the future of flight. The museum’s summer programs aim to expose kids to the many paths available in aviation and beyond. The Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum’s summer programs have grown each year, thanks to the dedication of its volunteers. A…
City of Gautier approves second phase of Legacy Park project
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Legacy Park in Gautier will soon enter the second phase of construction following approval by the city on Tuesday night. Mayor Casey Vaughan and City Council members voted unanimously — with one abstaining member — to begin the biggest part of the project. “They will be issued their permit to go ahead and start construction on…
Biloxi mayor shares city updates at Breakfast with Mayor event
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A few Coast mayors spoke to community members and business leaders for the first time in this new municipal term. Wednesday morning, Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich had his Breakfast with the Mayor event inside of the Hard Rock Casino. Mayor Gilich addressed a large crowd at the breakfast as he provided updates on the City of Biloxi….
Bay St. Louis PD celebrates National Hot Dog Day with community event
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- The entire month of July is all about hotdogs, but July 16 marks National Hot Dog Day. In Bay St. Louis, the police department fired up the grill to bring the community together for more than just a quick bite. The Bay St. Louis Police Department hosted its third annual national Hot Dog Day Celebration…
7/16 – Sam’s “Stormy and Wet” Wednesday Evening Forecast
Invest 93L is creating unsettled weather across South Mississippi
Widespread rain and storms continue to impact the region over the next few days due to Invest 93L moving west over the northern Gulf. Showers and thunderstorms will linger this evening, with scattered storms possible overnight, and temperatures hovering in the mid 70s. Thursday looks stormy from start to finish, with a 90% chance of rain and highs near 89….
Meeting the newly elected mayors: Chatting with Pass Christian Mayor Kenny Torgeson
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Pass Christian is one of a handful of cities on the Coast with a new mayor taking office July 1. Former Alderman at Large Kenny Torgeson promised to protect Pass Christian’s past, present, and future during the campaign. Mayor Torgeson is in studio to tell us how he plans to do that. Categories: Featured, Local News,…
Kids get hands-on tech experience at Geek Squad Academy
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV) — Best Buy here on the Coast hosted a Geek Squad Academy, a tech camp for local youth interested in learning about the latest technology and how to use it. Students are spending the next two days with the Best Buy Geek Squad at the Boys and Girls Club in D’Iberville. They’re learning new skills while getting…
WOW Care Closet offers free clothing to women in the community
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Women of Wisdom held its monthly Transformation Tuesday event at the Knight Nonprofit Center in Gulfport. Teachers and professionals of all ages came out to the care closet to browse professional and business casual clothing, leaving with their bags filled to the brim. From purses to blouse, pants, and shoes, every item is free. Director Jill…
Morning Business Report: July 16, 2025
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