JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County School District announced they will no longer require uniforms, starting with the upcoming school year. The school district says a new dress code has been established to promote student success and minimize disruptions to the classroom. Officials said the clothing and appearance of students should not create a safety hazard, promote illegal behavior,…
It’s National Police Week. Fallen Officer Memorial Ceremonies are happening around the nation including one held by the Mississippi Department of Public Safety. It’s a time to honor service and sacrifice in the law enforcement community. DPS Commissioner Sean Tindell speaks to WXXV about police issues. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Department of Public Safety, Sean Tindell
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- May is Older Americans Month and with 20 percent of the population in Harrison County being aged 60 or older, there are many services for senior citizens in the area, including the ‘RUOK’ welfare program. In December of 2024, Harrison County Senior Resources Agency inherited the RUOK program from the Biloxi Police Department The RUOK program…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Lawmakers from the Coast came together in Biloxi at the Golden Nugget Casino Tuesday morning. This event, held by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce, featured several state legislatures who answered questions about the upcoming special session. This allowed businesses and the community across the Gulf Coast to learn more about important issues impacting the area….
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Work on the much-anticipated Long Beach Gateway Project kicked off today. It’s all aimed at revitalizing the city’s Highway 90 corridor. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is in the Friendly City for more on how this construction work may impact businesses in the heart of the city. Categories: Local News, News Tags: construction, Gateway Project, Long…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection Service is investigating a Monday evening house fire. The blaze apparently happened around 6 p.m. at a home off Highway 613 in Escatawpa. The home was vacant at the time and no injuries were reported. Categories: Local News, News Tags: house fire, Jackson County
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In Biloxi, officials placed a plaque honoring Officer Robert McKeithen at the post office named in his honor on Main Street. A dedication ceremony took place at the post office in 2022, but the plaque was not available at that time. Members of Officer McKeithen’s family and community members were on hand to honor his legacy Tuesday…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office honored the fallen with an annual ceremony Tuesday morning. Deputies spent the morning paying tribute to Deputy Earl Philips at Floral Hills Cemetery in Gulfport. Deputy Philips was killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop in 1973. Sheriff Matt Haley spoke to WXXV, explaining why this yearly memorial…
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It’s time now for Pet of the Week with our friends from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Maridee Mallette joins us with this week’s pet, Harper! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss (WXXV) -If you noticed swarms of bugs around your lights lately, you’re not alone. Termite season is back in South Mississippi. It’s a familiar pattern for pest control experts on the Coast, and this year is no different. Bruno Milanese with Bay Pest Control says this is the prime time for Formosan termites — a particularly aggressive…
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins us to talk about the new games they are offering this month! Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Lottery
It’s one of the busiest interstates in the country, and it runs right through the heart of South Mississippi. I-10, it’s a vital corridor that connects Mississippi to Louisiana and Alabama but it’s also a critical corridor for criminals and Mexican cartels to distribute millions of dollars worth of illegal items to the region and beyond. Steven Hofer is the…
Over the weekend, Mississippi Matrix Volleyball hosted a signing day for their athletes. Several Matrix players put pen to paper to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level. Those athletes include: Lyde “Izzi” Barnes: Jones College Malorie Gaughf: MGCCC Alissa Menefee: Enterprise State Kinsley Jean Stegall: PRCC Lila Turner: MGCCC Ava Davis: Southwest Mississippi CC Mariah Hammond:…
Mother Nature is turning up the thermostat later this week a we get in the upper 80s. A warm below average day for Monday windy conditions and highs in the mid 70s. Tuesday we will warm up to more seasonable temperatures in the lower 80s and mostly sunny skies. Later this week we will experience ridging in the upper levels…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is hosting a dedication for pets lost. The Rainbow Memorial Bridge is being unveiled on May 14 at 5:30. That happens at the eastside of Bayou View Park. Those in attendance will hear from city officials, a blessing of the bridge, and a change for community members to hang a collar or tag…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Residents of Jackson County are able to neuter their cats for a discount thanks to support from the Bissell Pet Foundation. Cat neuters are $25 through the end of the month. The price includes the rabies and a vaccine shot. The website to make your appointment can be found by clicking here. Spots are limited and…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies sharing an update on a dolphin rescued near Dauphin Island. At this time, the dolphin is underweight and is battling severe pneumonia. Staff saying his spirit is strong, but he still has a long way to go before he is healthy again. IMMS saying they are focusing on keeping him hydrated,…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach announces the launch of their Gateway Project. The project is set to start on Tuesday. The initiative is focused on improving the visual appeal and functionality of the west entrance to the harbor. The West Harbor parking lot will be closed as part of the enhancement project. The phase of the…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- This Memorial Day, WXXV and the Floor Trader Gulfport want to honor local heroes who died in the line of duty. Veterans Day is coming up in November and we will honor all those who served in the Armed Forces. For Memorial Day, we’d like to ask you to submit a photo of the loved ones you…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – Dog lovers in Biloxi have something to look forward to as new upgrades are on the way for the Biloxi Dog Park on Popps Ferry Road. The Biloxi City Council has approved a bid from Magnolia Recreation to purchase and install new amenities at the well-loved park. The $22,257 project will include hoops, steppers, a dog…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Pascagoula held their annual Free Flowin Fest at Beach Park over the weekend. This free music festival is sponsored by the City of Pascagoula, Main Street Pascagoula, and Hancock Whitney to celebrate the Pascagoula River, the last and largest free-flowing river in the U.S. The event had great musical performances that went all day from noon to…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, Mississippi Power gave Gulfport residents an opportunity to remove hazardous waste at their ‘Bring It’ event. This annual Harrison County Household Hazardous Waste Collection event gives residents a safe and convenient way to dispose of their waste at no charge. All kinds of hazardous waste were dropped off at Plant Watson like aerosols, batteries,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Officials are on scene after a body was found at Gulfport Lake. According to Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer, authorities are currently on scene, recovering the body. WXXV News 25 will have more information as it becomes available. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: body found, Gulfport lake