04/09 Ryan's "more Sunny" Thursday Morning Forecast

04/09 Ryan’s “More Sunny” Thursday Morning Forecast

Expect more sunny skies today as the cloud cover shifts eastward, though it won't be far away.
Ryan Mahan,

Skies will be far more sunny today than we saw yesterday, leading to beautiful, warmer South Mississippi views today. Temperatures will go up slightly this afternoon, though remain similar to the last few days in the mid-to-upper 70s across the area. Mornings get progressively warmer as well, climbing from the low 60s this morning, to the mid 60s by the…

Wiggins Fire Department Conducts Training
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Wiggins Fire Department conducts training

WXXV Staff,

WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department spent Good Friday training. Firefighters conducted pump operations training along with drafting from a water source. Fire officials say drafting is the process of pulling water from an unconventional source such as a pond. This is done when access to a traditional water supply is not available. Training on these skills makes sure…

Introducing Our Wxxv Student Athlete Of The Week, D'iberville's Annah Niceley!
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Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, D’Iberville’s Annah Niceley!

Ansley Brent,

It was a beautiful day on the softball diamond to get to know yet another WXXV Student Athlete of the Week. She represents the Lady Warriors on three different teams and she’s a big reason their softball team is on a hot streak. Get to know d’Iberville softball’s stone wall and power hitter, Annah Niceley! The d’Iberville Lady Warriors are…

Ocean Springs Announces Road Closure Scheduled For Thursday
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Ocean Springs announces road closure scheduled for Thursday

WXXV Staff,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is alerting drivers to a road closure scheduled for Thursday. Dewey Avenue at Hellmers Drive will be closed to traffic starting at 7 a.m. tomorrow morning. Crews will be working on a sewer main connection. Work is expected to wrap up by 7 p.m. Drivers are asked to plan accordingly and…

Prevention And Treatment Tips For Mosquito Season
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Prevention and treatment tips for mosquito season

Brynne Baxley,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Springtime means more time outdoors here on the Gulf Coast, but it also marks the return of mosquito season. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley has a look at how you can stay protected and what Harrison County is doing to help. You might be spending more time outdoors this spring, but you may have some unwanted…

4/8 Sam's "comfortable" Wednesday Night Forecast
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4/8 – Sam’s “Comfortable” Wednesday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at the week ahead
Sam Lucey,

Tonight stays partly cloudy and mild, with lows in the mid to upper 50s inland and right around 60 at the coast, and an east breeze around 10 mph. Sunshine returns on Thursday and sticks around through the weekend, with afternoon highs climbing to the upper 70s by Friday, and low 80s from Saturday through Monday. Overnight lows will remain…

Singing River Health System Partners Up With The Blood Center For Donation Drives
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Singing River Health System partners up with the Blood Center for donation drives

Asia Ellis,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The second of three Singing River Health System’s blood drives took place Wednesday at the Gulfport hospital. It’s all happening in partnership with the Blood Center. Health system leaders say the donated blood will stay local, supporting South Mississippi patients in need of surgeries, trauma care, and other life-saving treatments. Appointments and walk-ins can also be made…

Wiggins Fire Department Receives Donation
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Wiggins Fire Department receives donation

Everett Ganier Jr.,

WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- A South Mississippi fire department is getting a boost thanks to a generous donation from a community partner. The Wiggins Fire Department says this support will help them better serve and protect their community. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has the story. In a time where resources can make all the difference, local support is stepping…

Integer Technologies Celebrates Grand Opening Of Gulf Coast Office
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Integer Technologies celebrates grand opening of Gulf Coast office

Everett Ganier Jr.,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A defense technology company is expanding its footprint on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, bringing new high-tech jobs to the area. Integer Technologies celebrated the grand opening of its new office in Gulfport. The ribbon cutting marked a new chapter for Integer Technologies as the company opened its latest facility. The new shared workspace created in partnership with…

Jackson County Court Upholds 2022 Burglary Conviction
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Jackson County Court upholds 2022 burglary conviction

WXXV Staff,

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The State Appeals Court made a ruling in a 2022 home invasion case in Jackson County. Tommy Vu kicked in the door of his ex-girlfriend’s home back in 2022, yelled at the woman, and took her phone while children were inside. On appeal, Vu claimed there wasn’t enough evidence to lead to conviction, that the jury…

04/08 Ryan's "getting Cloudy" Wednesday Morning Forecast
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04/08 Ryan’s “Getting Cloudy” Wednesday Morning Forecast

It's getting cloudy on us after a rather sunny Tuesday, though the sun will return over the weekend.
Ryan Mahan,

Tuesday started off sunny, but it started slowly getting cloudy on us late yesterday and it’ll remain grey into the night before clearing up. That’ll lead to sunny and warmer end to the week, but we need to get through this cloudy period first. These cloudy skies won’t lead to any rain, so our drought conditions will continue for the…

Matrix 16 National Volleyball Team Wins Third National Qualifier Over 120 Teams!
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Matrix 16 National Volleyball team wins third National Qualifier over 120 teams!

Ansley Brent,

As difficult as it is to win a qualifier, this team has outdone themselves and represented the state of Mississippi this past weekend in San Antonio at the Lonestar national qualifier Once again, bring home the gold with the perfect 10-0 record Coming in first out of 120 teams This marks their third national qualifier victory this season, creating one…

Impac Live Fest Returns To Mgccc Harrison County Campus
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iMPAC Live Fest returns to MGCCC Harrison County campus

WXXV Staff,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- MGCCC’s Harrison County campus is hosting their iMPAC Live Fest on April 14. This is a free event offering live bands, an art gallery, games, and much more. Aaliyah Dock-Caldwell joins us with more. The fun takes place April 14 from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Admission is free. For more information, click here. Categories: Local…

Job Seekers Turn Out For The 2026 Gulf Coast Military And Civilian Job Fair
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Job seekers turn out for the 2026 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair

Asia Ellis,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- South Mississippians looking for a job gathered at the Biloxi Civic Center Tuesday for the 2026 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair. The event brought together thousands of highly skilled veterans and dedicated civilian employers. Attendees had the chance to explore job openings and network with companies committed to South Mississippi’s workforce. Organizers say each year,…

Mississippi Dept. Of Wildlife, Fisheries, And Parks Reminds Residents To Look Out For Snakes
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Mississippi Dept. of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks reminds residents to look out for snakes

WXXV Staff,

The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks posted a reminder Monday. Springtime in Mississippi means the birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and the snakes are becoming more active. As the warmer days approach, snakes are often found basking in sunny areas as they need their body temperatures to rise to become active to find mates and search for…

‘operation Safe Streets’ Kicks Off In Moss Point
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‘Operation Safe Streets’ kicks off in Moss Point

WXXV Staff,

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- River City leaders say Spring Break Moss Point was a great kickoff for the new ‘Operation Safe Streets’ program. The downtown riverfront came alive with music, resources, fun and positive community engagement over the weekend. ‘Operation Safe Streets’ and the spring break event are partnerships between the Moss Point Police Department and the city’s parks and…

Fire Hydrant Testing Continues In Long Beach
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Fire hydrant testing continues in Long Beach

WXXV Staff,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach Fire Department reminds residents their fire hydrant tests continue this week. This is state mandated and is an important part of keeping hydrants in proper working order. Fire crews will be flowing hydrants in various areas this week, officials warning you may notice temporary brown or discolored water due to sediment in the…

Ocean Springs Facade Grant Applications To Open Soon For Local Businesses
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Ocean Springs facade grant applications to open soon for local businesses

Megan Fayard,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — Businesses in Ocean Springs will soon have access to facade grants designed to enhance and revitalize downtown commercial properties while encouraging local growth. The Ocean Springs facade grant improvement program is returning for 2026 to help business owners in the Downtown Main Street District restore, improve, or make additions to their storefronts. With a total…