Ocean Springs Has Their Facade Grant Program Open
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Ocean Springs Facade Grant Program Returns for Third Year with $30K in Funding

Local businesses encouraged to apply by July 1 for improvement grants backed by Mississippi Power
Spencer Pullen,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) – Small businesses in Ocean Springs have another opportunity to enhance their storefronts thanks to the return of a popular grant program. “The Ocean Springs Facade Grant program is now in its third year,” said Cynthia Sutton, president and CEO of the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce – Main Street. The initiative helps local businesses make exterior…

6/2 Sam Parker's "summer Like" Monday Night Forecast
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6/2 – Sam Parker’s “Summer Like” Monday Night Forecast

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Feeling warm and more humid each day with a chance of afternoon rain. Temperatures will be near to slightly above average with highs in the upper 80s and lower 90s across the area. Lows will dip into the lower 70s tonight, but will warm into the mid to upper 70s by the end of the week. An isolated afternoon thunderstorm…

Budget Bill Passes, Special Session Wraps Up
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Budget bill passes, special session wraps up

WXXV Staff,

The Special Session of the Mississippi Legislature came to an end Friday. There was tension between the House and Senate and Democrats and Republicans. The result? A $7.1 billion state budget, not signed by the governor yet. State Representative Zach Grady is in the WXXV studio with more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Mississippi legislature, special session

Cta Offering Hurricane Evacuation Services
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CTA offering hurricane evacuation services

Everett Ganier Jr.,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- With it being day two of hurricane season, Coast Transit Authority is offering essential evacuation transportation services for Harrison County residents. These services are designed to assist individuals who may lack personal transportation or require additional support during mandatory evacuations and hurricane emergencies. If you anticipate needing assistance during a hurricane, it’s crucial to register in…

The Tradition Continues Of Southern Miss Baseball's Right Field Roost!
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Southern Miss’s Right Field Roost continues to impress at Hattiesburg Regional

Ansley Brent,

Sports Director Ansley Brent was live at Pete Taylor Park, home of the Southern Miss Golden Eagles as they host the 2025 Regional in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. She wasn’t in just any section of “The Pete,” but arguably the best college baseball environment, the Right Field Roost. “The Roost” is where Golden Eagles dreams come true, and away teams are quickly…

Municipal Election Takes Place On June 3
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Municipal Election takes place on June 3

WXXV Staff,

Polls open for municipal elections in South Mississippi at 7 a.m. on June 3 and there are still some big races on the ballot in a few South Mississippi cities. We’ve got an eye on a few mayoral races, especially the hotly contested race for Gulfport mayor between Republican Hugh Keating and Democrat Sonya Williams Barnes. This race has seen…

Celebrating Mississippi Wildlife At The Sand Jam Forces Of Nature Event
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Celebrating Mississippi wildlife at the Sand Jam Forces of Nature event

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PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Sand Jam Forces of Nature event took place on Saturday at Beach Park in Pascagoula. This was a free family fun event that celebrated the beautiful wildlife, habitats, and heritage you can find on the Mississippi Coast. Those in attendance gave back to the environment by cleaning up the beach, but also got to enjoy mother…

The Story Of Lt. Billy Vincent
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The Story of Lt. Billy Vincent

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We’re revisiting a story we first brought you a few years ago of a South Mississippi man who learned his uncle was a World War II hero and is a hero in the eyes of the residents of one French town. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has the story. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Lt. Billy Vincent

Southern Miss To Face Off Against Miami In Hattiesburg Regional Championship
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Southern Miss to face off against Miami in Hattiesburg Regional Championship

Ansley Brent,

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The Southern Miss Golden Eagles rose to the occasion on Sunday, going 2-0 against their Hattiesburg Regional opponents. Southern Miss clawed their way back ‘to the top’ of the loser’s bracket, defeating both Columbia and Miami in back-to-back games on Sunday. The Southern Miss bats heated up in the eighth inning against Columbia, scoring three runs, and…

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Mississippi State baseball hires Brian O’Connor as program’s 19th head coach

Elizabeth Keen,

Mississippi State has announced the hiring of former Virginia head coach and college baseball great Brian O’Connor as the program’s 19th head coach. The announcement came on the team’s official X account on Sunday night following the Bulldogs’ 5-2 loss to No. 9 Florida State in the Tallahassee Regional of the NCAA Tournament. O’Connor is renowned as one of the…

06/02 Ryan's "season Begins" Monday Morning Forecast
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06/02 Ryan’s “Season Begins” Monday Morning Forecast

Hurricane season officially began yesterday, today we look at the forecast and tropics.
Ryan Mahan,

The Atlantic Hurricane Season for 2025 officially began yesterday, so today we take another look at the forecasts. Many of this year’s forecasts have called for a slightly above average season, without any major red flags to say things will be busy, but also not too many limiting factors either. Regardless, you can count on News 25 to check on…

Southern Miss Breaks Ground On Kelly Gene Cook Sr. Center
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USM Gulf Park breaks ground on new facility for child communication and development disorders

Jordyn Lassiter,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) – The University of Southern Mississippi has broken ground on Kelly Gene Cook Sr. Hall, a new facility that will expand the life-changing work of DuBard School for Language Disorders and The Children’s Center for Communication and Development. The Children’s Center for Communication and Development provides cost-free, comprehensive early intervention therapy for young children with complex…

Wiggins Fire Chief Receives Big Honor
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Wiggins Fire Chief receives big honor

WXXV Staff,

WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- One fire chief from South Mississippi is being honored for his service. Wiggins Fire Chief Steven Purvis is designated a Mississippi Fire Chief. A Mississippi Fire Chief is given to anyone who goes above and beyond their leadership, service, and dedication to the fire service in the state. The Wiggins Fire Department shared that Chief Purvis strengthens…

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City officials break ground on new Bark Park in Orange Grove

Brian Winters,

Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- A new dog park is coming to the City of Gulfport. The facility is located at Goldin Park in the Orange Grove community, just off Prudie Circle. The Bark Park is designed for dogs and their owners to have a safe and off-leash recreation spot. The grounds will include fenced areas and water stations for dogs and…

Speaking With Mayoral Candidates: Gulfport Democratic Candidate Sonya Williams Barnes
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Speaking with Mayoral Candidates: Gulfport Democratic Candidate Sonya Williams Barnes

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport race for mayor is the most hotly contested and most watched political campaign in South Mississippi. There will be new leadership at city hall with Billy Hewes opting out of running for re-election. All analysis shows the race between Republican Hugh Keating and Democrat Sonya Williams Barnes is too close to call. Keating was in our…

Harrison County Free Summer Meals Program
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Harrison County Free Summer Meals Program

WXXV Staff,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County School District is opening its annual free summer meal program. The district’s child nutrition director, Brad Barlow, joins us for more on where you can grab meals this summer as well as a new option for patrons this summer. Free Summer Meals in HCSD will start on June 2, and families can choose from two…

New Pickleball Courts Being Built In Harrison County
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New pickleball courts being built in Harrison County

WXXV Staff,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County residents will have another way to enjoy pickleball soon. Construction has already started on two pickleball courts at the Harrison County Fairgrounds with an estimated completion of late July of this year. Courts will be available for public use. There is the potential to host community events and tournaments at the facility. Categories: Local…

Reception Held In Honor Of Third Annual Congressional Art Competition
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Reception held for third annual Congressional Art Competition

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BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The third annual Congressional Art Competition held its reception Thursday at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art. This is an annual nationwide competition where young artists submit their creations to their representative’s office with a brief description about their work. If their work was chosen, they were honored at Thursday’s event with the first-place submission to hang in…