With current Mayor Billy Hewes planning on stepping down after his third term, candidates have begun announcing their intentions to run for the office of Mayor of Gulfport in 2025. On Monday Sonya Williams-Barnes, a former member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, confirmed with WXXV that she intends to run for the seat of Gulfport Mayor. Along with her,…
One community college on the Gulf Coast is honoring veterans. MGCCC’s Visual Arts School is showcasing artwork done by residents of the Armed Forces Retirement Home. The exhibit began Monday morning and runs through December 6th at the Fine Arts Gallery on the Harrison County campus. A special ceremony will be happening on Veterans Day with honors college students recognizing…
The D’Iberville Fire Department heading to the City of Madison, Florida today to assist with hurricane relief. Madison has been affected by three hurricanes in the last year. 1,300 meals will be served to citizens, donation supplies are also being given out. The City of D’Iberville remembers the outpouring of kindness in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and is always…
With less than 24 hours to go to election day, Harrison County is testing its voting machines to ensure accuracy. These tests are open to the public so voters can feel confident that their vote is accurate and accounted for. WXXV 25’s Jordyn Lassiter spoke to an election commissioner and voter about where things stand as you prepare to cast…
After seven consecutive losses, the New Orleans Saints have fired Head Coach Dennis Allen in a move that many fans have been calling for. Saints Fan Rick Griffin said, “Definitely was time for a change. Not a good year for him so something needed to happen. If that’s the decision they decided to make then so be it but something…
The General Election is November 5th. Here are a few reminders to keep in mind as you head to the polls. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday. If you are still waiting in line to vote at 7 p.m., don’t leave. You are legally entitled to cast your ballot. You are prohibited from taking…
It was a fun weekend in Ocean Springs with thousands filling the streets for the 46th annual Peter Anderson Arts and Crafts Festival. It is the largest festival in Mississippi and along the Gulf Coast, featuring live music, food, and drinks. There were also over 400 vendors selling artwork and homemade creations. Many vendors gave demonstrations at their booths, showing…
Jane King is at the Nasdaq with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Joining us in studio are Jennifer Rushing and Gwen Johnson to discuss the upcoming Senior Prom. The Senior Prom takes place November 14th at the IP Casino from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. All Gulf Coast residents 50 years and older are invited to attend. Tickets are $40 and can be purchased at City of Biloxi Parks and Recreation Office, Charles…
If you’ve driven down Highway 90 near Jones Park in Gulfport recently, you’ve probably noticed it’s already starting to look like Christmas. Yes, the city has started transforming the park into what will soon become the ‘most magical show in Mississippi.’ Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival opens November 29th, but today Meggan is excited to show you a glimpse of…
Nick Neyrey and Nancy Blanchard are in studio to tell us about the Déjà vu Fest happening in Waveland. Déjà vu Fest takes place November 16th and 17th at Waveland Beach. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Deja Vu Fest
Joining us in studio this morning are Director Leah McWilliams and Mike Wolf who are part of a production of ‘Deadly Deal’ at the Singing River Little Theatre. ‘Deadly Deal’ runs November 14th through the 16th at 7 p.m. and November 17th at 2 p.m. Tickets and more information can be found here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Deadly Deal, Singing…
Volleyball season on the Mississippi Coast may have wrapped up last month, but that doesn’t stop our girls from getting some much deserved recognition! Out of 15 girls selected to the Mississippi Association of Coachs All-Star South team, 10 of them call the coast home! Let’s take time to brag on them now. 2025 Volleyball South All-Stars are listed…
The championships are rolling in for our coast schools and one specific school shows no signs of stopping anytime soon! On Thursday, many schools traveled to Clinton, Mississippi to compete in the cross country State Championship Meet. In dominating fashion, the St. Patrick Boys cross country team are your class 3A State Champions! This is the Irish’s third State Championship…
This morning at about 4AM, The city of D’Iberville departed from the fire department to the city of Madison, FL to assist with Hurricane relief. The city of Madison, FL has been affected by three Hurricanes in the last year. 1300 meals will be served to citizens and 1st responders and donated supplies will be delivered. WXXV News 25’s Everett…
It’s still warmer than it should be out there after a barely noticeable break over the weekend, but not much is changing this week. In fact, our afternoon high should be sitting in the low-to-mid 70s for the first week of November, but that’s where our mornings are right now. This morning will be the warmest, not falling below the…
Starting out the new work week tomorrow fairly similar to today. Warm again with highs flirting with records in some locations yet again. Breezy at times in the afternoon, and can`t rule out an isolated shower or two but generally speaking, primarily a dry day with mostly cloudy skies. in the tropics we are watching Potential Tropical Cyclone Eighteen. looks…
The Long Beach Bearcats welcomed the Hancock Hawks. The Hawks defeat Long Beach and the Bearcats 21-14. The Bearcats will travel to West Harrison while Hancock is set to host Picayune for their regular-season finales. Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Friday Night Showcase, Hancock High School, high school football, long beach high school
Picayune, led by running back, Darrell Smith, welcomed Deuce Knight and the George County Rebels. The Maroon Tide defend their home field and defeat the Rebels 27-20. The Maroon Tide hit the road to take on Hancock while George County will host Pascagoula for their regular-season finales. Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Friday Night Showcase, George County…
The Gulfport Admirals traveled to Greyhound Stadium to battle Ocean Springs. Both teams entered Week Ten 3-0 in regional play. The Greyhounds clinch their fourth regional title in a row defeating Gulfport 20-3. Gulfport will play host to Harrison Central while Ocean Springs hit the road to take on St. Martin for their regular-season finales. Categories: Friday Night Showcase,…
The Harrison Central Red Rebels welcomed the Biloxi Indians. The Indians took down the the Red Rebels 30-23. The Red Rebels are set to hit the road to take on Gulfport while Biloxi will host D’Iberville for their regular-season finales. Categories: Friday Night Showcase, Local Sports, Sports Tags: Biloxi High school, Friday Night Showcase, harrison central high school, high school…
The Pascagoula Panthers hosted the West Harrison Hurricanes on senior night for a week 10 showdown. The Panthers reigned supreme in a close battle, picking up the 28-20 win and improving to 7-2 on the season. The Hurricanes fell to a 4-5 record. Next week, West Harrison will host Long Beach while Pascagoula will travel to take on George…
With the holidays steadily approaching, there may be a spike in theft. Cars parked outside are especially susceptible. Residents should be aware and stay on the lookout. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter went to the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office to see how residents can keep their valuables safe. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: car thefts, crime
It was a big day for a lot of our coast athletes and a huge day for George County! The George County high school cafeteria was filled with pride and applause as five members of the reigning 6A baseball State Championship team signed to further their academic and athletic careers! Right-handed pitcher Preston McAdory will continue his career at Pearl…