The Junior Auxiliary of Biloxi-Ocean Springs announced its annual children’s art contest. This year’s theme is ‘Once upon a Gala,’ celebrating each child’s story. The contest is open to local students K through 12. There will be cash prizes in every age division, plus one overall winner. Division winners will be announced on Facebook April 17 with the awards ceremony…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce recognized Ocean Springs Police Department’s Captain Brian Kestner. He received the chamber’s First Responder of the Year Award. The chamber says his leadership, dedication, and commitment to serving citizens is what won him the award. They also say he exemplifies the values of the department and the community he serves….
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Officer Adam Carter of the Ocean Springs Police was recognized as a nominee for First Responder of the Year in the police category. Officials with Jackson County say Officer Carter’s dedication, professionalism, and commitment to serving the community represents the heart of public service. They add his daily efforts make Ocean Springs a safer place for…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Chief A.J. Fitch took home the First Responder of the Year Award. He was recognized during the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet. When receiving the award, Chief Fitch said it truly belongs to the firefighters of the Ocean Springs Fire Department. He adds their daily commitment and selfless service is what makes the community great….
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Ocean Springs Fire Department shares that one of their own has been recognized as a nominee as the First Responder of the Year for Fire Service. Captain Garrett Beasley takes home the honor, named at the inaugural First Responders Appreciation Luncheon. Captain Beasley was nominated due to his outstanding service and strong team mentality. He is…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office K9 unit is looking for new places to train. If you have any usable places, feel free to reach out to the sheriff’s office. The K9 unit trains every Wednesday and K9 deputies tell us that changing up their environment is a huge part of a successful training. Training in different…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is looking for interns this summer. Currently, their stranding department is accepting applications. The program allows students to gain hands-on stranding experience. They’ll be involved with all aspects of marine mammal and sea turtle rehabilitation. They’ll also be involved in stranding response. Interns have the chance to take part in sea…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County libraries are launching a new program, allowing patrons to check out blood pressure kits. This is done with the American Heart Association, the initiative officially kicked off Thursday morning. Library patrons will be able to check out these kits to monitor their blood pressure at home. They will also be able to check…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- D’Iberville High School shares their Spanish Honor Society hosted their first-ever induction ceremony last week. Twenty-eight junior and senior students who demonstrated outstanding achievement in Spanish and a deep appreciation for Hispanic culture were welcomed. The Spanish Honor Society shared they are grateful to the parents, family members, and friends who attended the ceremony. These students carry…
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office shared that Congressman Mike Ezell visited George County recently. Sheriff Mitchell Mixon shared Ezell helped secure a grant funding allowing the county to upgrade their dispatch system. Sheriff Mixon says the upgrade strengthens the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergencies. He also shares deputies and first responders now have…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- St. Patrick’s Day is coming back to Ocean Springs and downtown is going green! The Ocean Springs Chamber-Main Street is inviting everyone to a full day of festive fun, shopping, and community celebration starting at 10 a.m. on March 14. Local shops and restaurants will feature specials and themed experiences with bars joining the celebration after…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Shuckers are hosting auditions to sing the National Anthem at games. You have until April 30 to send in an entry. Rules are that all performances must be 90 seconds or less and be acapella or instrumental. Participants must also sing from memory. Those selected will be contacted to sing the National Anthem before a…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Keesler Air Force Base announced their patient decontamination team completed their biannual recertification last week. They talk through the full process of receiving and safely processing simulated causalities before medical care. Keesler says training like this keeps the team qualified and ready to respond when it matters most. Categories: Local News Tags: biannual recertification, Keesler Air Force Base,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — D’Iberville baseball continued its hot start to the season with a 9-5 win over Biloxi at the Battle at the Beach on Friday night. With the victory, the Warriors claimed the Tomahawk Cup. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the first inning of action. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Battle at the…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Hancock baseball opened up Battle at the Beach play at Keesler Federal Park with a big 7-5 win over Etowah on Saturday night. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has highlights from the final few innings of action. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: 2026 Battle at the Beach, Hancock Athletics, Hancock baseball, Hancock High School
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Stanislaus has tested itself big time on the hardwood this season — from playing and winning against schools in higher classifications, to competing in out-of-state tournaments. Those experiences have helped set the program up for its first state championship appearance since 2011. Additionally, the team is lead by head coach Daniel Grieves and assistant coach…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — Harrison Central’s big season came to an end in the MHSAA 7A State Championship on Friday night, as the Red Rebelettes fell to Starkville by a score of 39-22. Saniyah Murray was named the team’s BSN Scholar Athlete. The Red Rebelettes end the year with a 27-6 record and will return most team members heading into…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Edgewater Mall will have a special guest starting this weekend! The Easter Bunny is making his appearance at 11 on Saturday, March 7. He’ll be in town daily until April 4. The mall says visits are free and to bring a camera. Categories: National News Tags: Easter Bunny, edgewater mall
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Fire Department is being recognized for their dispatch team. This coming after a Harrison County 911 Commission Meeting. It was announced the only dispatch center achieving a passing grade for all 12 months of 2025 was Long Beach. To earn a passing grade, dispatchers must answer calls within 15 seconds 90 percent of…
Jackson County, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Community College’s Hispanic American Club is hosting a Family Fiesta Night next week. Leanne Ibarra, Ruben Barberena, and Kalon Duncanson join us with the details. The fun takes place March 10 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Jackson County campus. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Family Fiesta Night,…
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- Our friends from the Vancleave Public Library are hosting a Spring Fling on April 4. Ahead of that, there’s a call for vendors and even a chance to win a special gift. Ashley Gildea and Lauria Barton join us in studio. Categories: Local News Tags: vancleave public library
ROY HOWARD COMMUNITY JOURNALISM CENTER- Mississippi lawmakers are considering a bill that would change whether certain roadway safety reports can be released to the public. This proposal comes after a recent dispute over bridge inspection records in Ocean Springs. Justin Glowacki with the Roy Howard Community Journalism Center explains what the bill would do. Last year, the Davis Bayou Bridge…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi is set to stop monthly mailing of its newsletter ‘B-News Monthly.’ The change is set to take place after the April edition, after which the newsletter will be available online. However, city officials say the newsletter will still be mailed out four times a year in April, June, September and December to send…
It’s been looking like rain for the last few days, but it’s finally raining in South MS. This usually precedes a nice cool-down as fronts move into the area, but this won’t bring much more than a couple of days of spotty showers and grey skies. In fact, we’ll continue to linger in the upper 70s for another full week,…