Morning Business Report: September 15, 2025
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Crowds flock to the 44th Biloxi Seafood Festival
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippians gathered for an annual event that is an established Biloxi tradition. People flocked to the Biloxi Town Green Saturday for the 44th edition of the Biloxi Seafood Festival. Each year, it’s a way for Coast restaurants to showcase their best seafood dishes, as well as just a laid-back experience for people to come together and…
09/15 Ryan’s “Most Cloudy” Monday Forecast
We're in for a lot more sun this week, but today will likely be the most cloudy.
Today has long looked like the most cloudy of the last couple of weeks, which won’t be all that hard considering how dry and sunny it’s been. Still only expecting to get up to “partly sunny” skies after a “mostly sunny” start, meaning about a 50/50 mix as we head into the afternoon. As I mentioned earlier, it isn’t impossible…
Parts of Beauvoir Road closing to traffic
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A heads up for Biloxi drivers, starting next week Beauvoir Road from Highway 90 to Oakwood Drive will be closed to traffic. That starts on September 16 and runs until September 18. This closure will be in effect for 24 hours while crews work to repave the road. Drivers will need to find an alternate route during…
Visit Mississippi unveils float for 137th Rose Parade
Visit Mississippi has unveiled the float to be used in the Rose Parade in January. The theme for this parade is ‘Where Creativity Blooms.’ The float will have artistic icons and literacy legends from the Magnolia State. Tributes include Tennessee Williams, William Faulkner, Eudora Welty. You can even see Elvis in the book, wearing his Jailhouse Rock outfit. Landmarks are…
2025 Mississippi Great American State Fair kicks off in October
State Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson proclaimed a day of prayer and rededication for America. This will occur on Senior American Day, Wednesday October 8 at 9 a.m. during the 2025 Mississippi Great American State Fair. Commissioner Gipson says that the time couldn’t be anymore fitting as we join in the nationwide celebration for America’s 250th anniversary. Gipson told…
Kroc Center celebrating 14 years on the Gulf Coast
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Joining us in studio is Salvation Army Kroc Center Director Danielle Emery. She is here to talk about the 14th anniversary of the Kroc Center and the week of fun taking place starting Monday, September 15. For more information, click here. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Kroc center, Salvation army
Walter Anderson Museum of Art hosting Science Saturday
Angela Mitchell and Sandra Bilbo from the Walter Anderson Museum of Art joins us to discuss their upcoming Science Saturday. Science Saturday on the MS Gulf Coast takes place Saturday, September 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Science Saturday, Walter Anderson museum of Art, WAMA
Road work on section of Highway 90 in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in Biloxi should be aware of a road closure next week. The westbound right lane and the Beauvoir Road turn lane on Highway 90 from Brady Drive to Oakmont Place will be closed to traffic for part of next week. That closure is set to start on September 17 and run until September 19 between the…
Community invited to retirement party for Wiggins Police Chief Jeff Thomas
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- Wiggins Police Chief Jeff Thomas will be retiring soon. The community is invited out for a retirement party honoring Chief Thomas. He has been in law enforcement for 26 years, serving as chief since September 2019. Chief Thomas serves the community in multiple ways as he is also a paramedic and volunteer firefighter. His retirement party is…
New coastal waters to open for shrimping
Starting at 6 a.m. Monday morning, new waters near Biloxi will officially open for commercial and recreational shrimping. These include areas south and west of Biloxi Bay near Deer Island as well. Shrimp season will run through December 31st except for waters south of the intracoastal and west of the Gulfport Ship Channel where the season will close on April…
Teal season set to start in Mississippi
A reminder that teal season is coming up fast. It’s set to start on September 20 and run until September 28. All hunters are reminded to complete their hip survey before hunting any migratory birds. Any lifetime license holders and exempt license holders are still required to complete the survey. If hunting on a wildlife management area, but sure to…
Tickets on sale for Faery Court Ball in Biloxi
We are joined in studio by Suzanne Stafford, founder of the Faery Court Ball. She is here to tell us about their upcoming ball. This year’s Faery Ball takes place on September 26 from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. at the Joppa Shrine on Shriners BLVD in Biloxi. Tickets are on sale until September 19. For more information, click here….
City of Biloxi recognizes 250 years of U.S. Postal Service
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi recognized the U.S. Postal Service for 250 years. Mayor FoFo Gilich delivering a proclamation at Tuesday’s city council meeting. A representative from USPS was there to accept the honor. Mayor Gilich says this comes as the postal service has played a significant role in the development of the United States. He says this…
Long Beach Historical Society hosting cemetery tour
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Long Beach Historical Society is hosting a cemetery tour on September 18. This will be a guided walking tour, highlighting the city cemetery at West First Street and South Girard. Long Beach High School Theatre students will provide narratives during the tour, bringing to life the stories of those buried at the cemetery. Admission…
Southern Miss professor awarded prestigious Bennett Endowed Professorship
Dr. Vijay Rangachari, a professor of chemistry and biochemistry and biochemistry in the school of mathematics and natural sciences at Southern Miss, has been selected for the 2025-2027 Bennett Endowed Professorship. This award supports the professor’s research efforts and includes sponsorship of the Biennial Bennett Symposium. Dr. Rangachari is recognized internationally for his research on how certain proteins are involved…
Biloxi Community Festival against Crime coming up
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The annual Biloxi Community Festival against Crime is fast approaching. That takes place on September 20 at Point Cadet Plaza. Those who attend will learn about the programs the City of Biloxi as well as the Biloxi police and fire departments offer to keep communities safe. There will be music, games, displays, and demonstrations. There will also…
Officials cut the ribbon on the Long Beach Railroad Crossing Project
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- MDOT and city officials have cut the ribbon to celebrate the completion of the railroad crossing improvement project over in Long Beach. This railroad crossing grade improvement project was a first of its kind program for MDOT with the goal of improving railroad crossing safety throughout the city. This project was funded thanks to the Federal…
New crane in place at Port of Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Port of Gulfport’s newest crane is now officially in place after arriving to the port Thursday. Port officials say the new ship to shore crane will be able to handle vessels holding up to 19 containers wide, compared to the current reach of 18. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Port of Gulfport
Ocean Springs moves to 3-0 with a win at Pascagoula 21 to 14 in week three
The Ocean Springs Greyhounds had a WXXV Game of the Week matchup in week three against the Pascagoula Panthers at War Memorial Stadium. Ocean Springs held on to go to 3-0 to start the season in a feisty battle with Pascagoula. Ocean Springs (3-0) will travel to play Picayune (3-0) next week while Pascagoula (1-2) will play D’Iberville on the…
Poplarville wins shootout against Hancock High 60-54
Poplarville wins big on the road behind a monster performance from junior running back, Tylan Keys. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: football, hancock high, Poplarville Hornets, sports
Picayune defeats Biloxi 23-14
The Biloxi Indians was on the road Friday evening looking to for another win vs Picayune Maroon Tide but fell short 23-14. Here are the highlights. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi Indians, Friday Night Showcase, picayune maroon tide, sports
West Harrison football remains undefeated with 47-17 win over Gautier
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — West Harrison continued its dominance on the gridiron with a 47-17 win over Gautier in Week 3 of football action. The Hurricanes jumped out to a 20-0 lead and never looked back. Gautier’s Kenyan Walker crossed the goal line for the Gators’ first score of the night, but West Harrison responded almost instantly with a touchdown…
Free admission to the MS Aquarium for first responders, medical personnel
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is honoring all first responders and medical personnel this weekend with free admission. The deal kicked off Thursday, September 11 and runs until September 14. This offer is only valid at the gate with proof of employment on those promotional days. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Aquarium