Wild Wonders
Summer Camp
Ryan gets all the details on Camp Aqua, the Mississippi Aquarium’s summer camp going on now through July. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: Aquarium, Camp Aqua, Mississippi Aquarium, Ryan Mahan, summer camps, wild wonders
Morning Business Report: June 23, 2025
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23rd annual Scrapin the Coast wraps up
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Scrapin the Coast rolled through the Mississippi Coast this weekend for the 23rd edition of this can’t miss event. Scrapin the Coast has been a Coast tradition since 2002 and is one of the premier car, truck, and bike shows in the south. Scrapin the Coast had so many cool rides to offer that the inside of…
JZ 94.5 holds third annual Juneteenth Celebration over the weekend
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport has spent the past week celebrating Juneteenth with various events. The third annual JZ 94.5 Juneteenth Celebration took place in Downtown Gulfport on Saturday. At this year’s festival, the focus was celebrating unity, heritage, and hometown pride. There were all kinds of events to enjoy with live music and entertainment all day long,…
06/23 Ryan’s “New Week, Same Pattern” Monday Morning Forecast
We're starting a new week, but with the same summertime pattern from the last few.
Not breaking any new ground with today’s forecast as we start off a new week, but with the same ol’ pattern we’ve enjoyed for the last several…more “summer-like” weather. Though it isn’t really “summer-like” anymore since we officially started summer late last Friday night, so now our hot & humid pattern with afternoon storms would just be “seasonal.” That said,…
Federal judge denies stay of execution for Richard Jordan
A new federal court ruling is handed down in the case of Richard Jordan, the death row inmate set to be executed this coming Wednesday for a 1976 Gulfport murder. U.S. District Judge Henry Wingate denying Jordan’s request for an injunction to block the execution. Jordan is set to die by lethal injection on the 25th, but he and his…
Home of Grace Golf Classic raises funds to support addiction recovery
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)-The Home of Grace Golf Classic’s annual fundraiser teed off Friday in Vancleave. At the Preserve Golf Club, Keesler Federal Credit Union helped to organize the Home of Grace Golf Classic. The goal of the tournament was to raise funds and awareness for addiction recovery. This event brings together golfers, supports, and even alumni of the program to…
6/20 – Sam’s “Summer-Like” Friday Night Forecast
We have another heat advisory on tap for Saturday across parts of South Mississippi from 11 am to 7 pm. High temperatures are expected to top out in the low to mid 90s with the heat index hovering around 108 through much of the afternoon. Showers and storms will be a bit more spotty on Saturday as compared to Sunday…
Shrimp season starts in Mississippi on Monday
The Gulf Coast shrimp fleet will drop its net in Mississippi waters on Monday for the start of shrimp season. The 2025 season begins bright and early at 6 a.m. All boats must be licensed or permitted by the Mississippi Department of Maritime Resources. DMR Executive Director Joe Spraggins came into the studio to tell us more. Categories: Featured, Local…
Local youth participate in Dale Brown Boys and Girls Basketball Camp
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Local legend and former NBA player Dale Brown is back hosting his 17th annual Boys and Girls Basketball Camp at Taconi Gym in Ocean Springs. This camp is a fantastic opportunity for Gulf Coast youth six to 17 years-old to learn from a hometown hero, develop skills, and build local connections. Skills development in shooting, ball-handling,…
WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren speaks to Mayor Casey Vaughan ahead of swearing in ceremony
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan won his bid for re-election on June 3. An inauguration ceremony for him and other newly elected officials is taking place at the Sound Amphitheatre Friday night. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is with Mayor Vaughan and has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Casey Vaughan, Gautier
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month: Sit down with Dr. Lee Voulters of Memorial Health System
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – 6.7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and Memorial Health System in Gulfport treats dementia patients every day. What is dementia, and how can its early signs be detected? WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter sat down with Dr. Lee Voulters, a neurologist with Memorial Health System in Gulfport,…
Local agencies release traffic plans for Scrapin the Coast
Scrapin the Coast kicks off today and law enforcement agencies want to remind you about anticipated traffic delays along Highway 90 this weekend as a result. Gulfport Police’s Scrapin traffic plan is going into effect this weekend. Highway 90 from Cowan Road to Debuys Road will only have one lane open in both directions with the other lane being reserved…
Wading through History: Commemorative Celebration of the Civil Rights Wade-Ins
Joining us in studio this morning are Alicia Fairley and Nakisha Henderson. They’re here to talk about the upcoming Wading through History event. Wading through History is a commemorative celebration of the Civil Rights Wade-Ins that takes place on Monday, June 23. From 5:30 to 6 p.m., the Bridge Memorial Walk and Roll call will take place at the foot…
06/20 Ryan’s “Last Day of Spring” Friday Morning Forecast
Today is the last day of spring for 2025, so while it's felt like summer for a while now, the solstice occurs later tonight!
It’s the last day of spring 2025 today thanks to the summer solstice occurring later tonight, but we’ll continue our long period of summer-like weather. That means more heat, humidity, and of course our seemingly ever-present chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. Today’s will be slightly more widespread than yesterday, with severe weather not expected once again…though it isn’t impossible….
Coast Transit Authority Celebrates 50 Years
Coast Transit Authority has been instrumental in providing transportation to the people of the Coast since 1975. Thursday, they celebrate 50 years of service by offering food, beverages, and commemorative items at their Biloxi and Gulfport transit centers. Thursday also marked “Try Transit Day,” where people were able to experience transit routes free of cost. For more on the services…
Good Bros Seafood hosting Diaper Drive
Edward Good from Good Bros Seafood in Moss Point joins us in studio. He is in studio to talk about their upcoming diaper drive. They are asking for donations of slightly used clothing or diapers for the drive. The drive takes place Saturday, June 21 beginning at 9 a.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Good Bros. Seafood
New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame Experience welcomes standout alumni and fans to IP
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — The New Orleans Saints brought the Big Easy to Biloxi with the Saints Hall of Fame Experience at the IP Casino Resort Spa in Biloxi. Hundreds of eventgoers had the opportunity to meet roughly two dozen Saints alumni. There were also chances to check out memorabilia at a silent auction, enjoy food and drinks courtesy of…
6/19 Sam’s “Hot and Humid” Thursday Evening Forecast
After a very hot day across South Mississippi we are in for more heat on Friday, which is also the official start to summer. There is a heat advisory in effect from 11 am to 7 pm on Friday as temperatures soar into the low 90s and the heat index creeps up between 108 to 112 degrees. Make sure to…
IMMS hosting another turtle release
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Another turtle release is scheduled for the first day of summer. Two more turtles will be returning to the Mississippi Sound on Friday. The release takes place in Biloxi at the beach in front of Edgewater Mall at 3:30. If you can’t make it, the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies Facebook page will be live streaming the…
History state assessment no longer graduation requirement in Mississippi
The State Department of Education announces the U.S. History State Assessment will no longer be a graduation requirement. This is to set to start in the upcoming school year. All students will still be required to take and pass the high school U.S. history course to qualify for graduation. The history assessment was the only one not required by state…
Grant Me Hope Success Story: Catching up with Nathan
Mississippi (WXXV)-If you’re a long-time viewer of WXXV News 25, you may remember a segment we use to air called Grant Me Hope. That segment featured children in Mississippi up for adoption. One of those kids we featured is Nathan. He was granted hope when he found his forever family a few years ago. Dustin Kelly adopted Nathan last year,…
Humane Society of South MS offering $15 cat adoptions
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Humane Society of South Mississippi says their shelter is bursting with over 400 animals. To help with the overcrowding, HSSM is offering $15 cat adoptions for the rest of June in honor of Adopt-A-Cat Month. That excludes the ‘Pay it Forward’ cats. HSSM says cats help lower stress, help you sleep better, and reduce the risk…
Film workshop for local youth in Pass Christian
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s lights, camera, action, and community in Pass Christian down at the public library. This summer, the Pass Christian Public Library is rolling out the red carpet for young filmmakers. Led by Dr. Richard Ward, the library’s annual film workshop is teaching young students the importance of teamwork. “We take teenagers. They come in and spend…