GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- August 29, 2005: a day that so many of us will never forget. It was 20 years ago on this day that Hurricane Katrina made landfall near Waveland, changing our coastal landscape and lives forever. Today, many South Mississippi cities are marking the anniversary with memorial events. Those events kicked off early this morning, with a remembrance…
The week is coming to a wet end after our dry and sunny start which included a tease of lower humidity air. Showers and thunderstorms popped up sporadically yesterday evening as our next frontal system approached, and they’re getting a bit more consistent as the front stalls out overhead. A low will ride the front across the area through the…
A renowned photographer spent the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina taking pictures. John Noltner joins us via Zoom for a project commemorating the 20th anniversary of the storm. Categories: Featured, Hurricane Katrina 20, Local News, News Tags: Hurricane Katrina
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Thursday night at the Sound Amphitheater in Gautier, the community gathered for Celebrate K20. Celebrate K20 is an event to honor the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a tragic event that devastated the Coast. The event was filled with great music, people, and food. Symbolism of the resiliency of the community here in South Mississippi, who have…
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PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Acclaimed author Lisa Hatfield visited Pass Christian Middle and High School to share her story and insights with students ahead of the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. The visit offered students a unique opportunity to connect literature, history, and lived experience. Katrina captures the strength, resilience, and hope of communities impacted by the storm. Author Lisa…
Today marks the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s landfall. Residents across the Coast were affected. Power companies were working to restore power. Mississippi Power Storm Director Stephen Schruff joins us with more on the aftermath. Categories: Featured, Hurricane Katrina 20, Local News, News Tags: Hurricane Katrina, mississippi power
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV) — Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College battled back from an early deficit in its season-opener game against East Mississippi Community College, ultimately notching a 41-21 victory. Ahead of the game, the Bulldogs honored player Marcus Dickey, who sadly passed away in a car accident on Sunday afternoon. Dickey was an honorary captain for the game, with his…
Mississippi Highway Patrol announced their Labor Day Holiday Travel enforcement period starts Friday, August 29. From 6 a.m. Friday until Monday at midnight, more patrols and checkpoints will be seen across the Coast and the state of Mississippi as a whole. The goal is to prevent speeding and impaired driving and enforcing seatbelt usage. During the Labor Day Holiday Travel…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Hospital in Gulfport is now the first on the Mississippi Coast to offer a new groundbreaking technology. The revolutionary apex CT scanner is now installed at the hospital, marking one of the most significant breakthroughs in cardiac imaging. The scanner can capture a clear picture of the heart in as little as half a second,…
Thousands of homes were destroyed when Katrina slammed into the Coast on August 29, 2005. As we approach the 20th anniversary on Friday, WXXV has been looking at the Coast 20 years later. Former Biloxi Mayor Gerald Blessey worked with the governor’s office on the housing crisis. He spoke to WXXV on that issue and more. Categories: Featured, Hurricane Katrina…
Tonight, mostly cloudy skies with a good chance of showers and storms, mainly after 2 a.m. Lows near 71, with light south winds calming overnight. Friday starts with a chance of showers and storms in the morning, increasing to a high chance in the afternoon before tapering off later. Highs around 85, with rainfall generally a tenth to a quarter…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- There will be two temporary power outages in D’Iberville early Friday morning. Coast Electric crews will begin utility work at 3 a.m. Friday morning in the areas of Dewey Circle, D’Iberville Boulevard, and North Mandal Parkway. That work is expected to wrap up around 7 a.m. at which time crews will start work on Big Ridge Road…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Ocean Springs is hosting their annual artwalk in the downtown area this weekend. Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Cynthia Sutton joins us in studio with more. The artwalk takes place Saturday, August 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Downtown Ocean Springs. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Art Walk, Ocean Springs
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One event happening in September is benefiting the friends of the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Natalie Coupe and Jamie Locknane join us in studio with more on Paddle for Paws. Paddle for Paws takes place September 13 at Lighthouse Park in Pascagoula beginning at 9 a.m. Categories: Local News, News
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-We’re taking a look at events happening at the Ohr-O’Keefe Museum of Art in September. Dani Clark joins us with more details. For more information on the upcoming events, click here. Categories: Community Headlines
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash in Pearl River County. The incident happened around 6 a.m. Wednesday morning on Highway 11. A motorcycle was heading north when it hit a truck. The motorcycle rider, identified as Dustin Fried of Poplarville, was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver received no injuries. At…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV) — City leaders in Ocean Springs passed an order affecting bars and restaurants over the holiday weekend, in response to recent acts of violence in the city. The new proclamation, which has been passed by the City of Ocean Springs, is going into effect for Labor Day weekend following an uptick in violence in the city…
We’re continuing to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina’s destructive landfall. We’ve come along way since August 29, 2005. Among other things, the casinos took a beating. Gaming properties rebuilt and the industry has come roaring back. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott spoke to Biloxi Mayor FoFo Gilich about that and where the Coast is 20 years later. Categories:…
Tonight will be mostly clear with lows in the low 70s and light winds. On Thursday, expect plenty of sunshine with just a slim chance of an afternoon shower or storm. Highs will reach the upper 80s. Thursday night brings a similar setup—partly cloudy, mild, and just a slight storm chance late. Friday turns more unsettled, with scattered showers and…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The annual Anchor Awards, organized by the Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, took place Wednesday. The awards recognize outstanding small businesses and nonprofit organizations in the community. The awards honor those considered anchors of the community for their remarkable contributions to the area. This was the 17th edition of the annual awards. The event featured a breakfast…
The State Department of Transportation has finally released their documentary on Hurricane Katrina. The documentary can be found by going to MDOT’s YouTube channel. It tells the story of restoration of the state’s infrastructure following the storm, giving firsthand accounts of engineers and state leaders who were there for preparation response and rebuilding. It also gives Mississippians a chance to…
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