GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lynn Meadows Discovery Center cutting the ribbon on a new facility. The new Seagull Splashpad was unveiled to the public this past Saturday. Lynn Meadows celebrating 27 years of service to the community, giving the gift of a new way to relax in the summer. All visitors were treated to activities, food, and so much more…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs is celebrating the opening of The Traveler. The Traveler is a new coffee shop, restaurant and hub located behind the Walter Anderson Museum of Art. Artists from Ocean Springs helped design the location, adding a focus of local craftsmanship throughout. A ribbon cutting is taking place Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. Make sure to keep…
Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss.- Harrison County is asking all residents to sign up for a new alert program. Moving forward, the system will be used to alert residents during inclement weather. All you need to do to sign up is text HARCOINFO to 99411. You’ll receive county-wide updates once you’ve signed up. Categories: Local News, News Tags: harrison county, text…
POPLARVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Good things come to those who wait as the Poplarville football team hosted their end of the year banquet and celebrated their first-ever State Championship title. The Hornets hosted their 2024 football banquet at the Brownstone on the Pearl River Community College where players, coaches, and loved ones celebrated their successful and historic season on the gridiron….
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U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde Smith reintroduced her legislation to restore emergency care services to rural hospitals. The Rural Health Sustainability Act would help make more at-risk or closed rural hospitals eligible for the CMS program to reestablish or maintain services. This act would extend the application eligibility which would open the door for rural facilities closed since 2014 to apply…
On Monday Louisiana State Police announced they had captured 21-year old Gary C. Price, one of the ten inmates who had escaped from the Orleans Parish Correctional Facility on May 16. On May 19th, Price was taken into custody in New Orleans, with officials saying he will be transported to a facility outside of the area. LSP said Price will…
Warm and muggy stick around and now the cool front wont last long. We continue to have hot and muggy afternoons and were anticipating the cold front we talked about last week but now that doesn’t seem to be the case. Wednesday Morning looks to be when the cold front moves in but doesn’t totally move through to push out…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Police departments across the Gulf Coast are announcing the start of their Click it or Ticket campaign. The campaign kicked off Monday and is expected to run until June 1. Importance of wearing a seatbelt as well as the legal consequences are the reasons behind the campaign. Drivers can also expect an increased law enforcement presence…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- The U.S. Army’s high-tech STEM trailer is making stops along the Mississippi Gulf Coast this week. Known as the AS-9, the mobile exhibit features hands-on science and tech activities that highlight careers in STEM fields within the Army. Stops include Jones Park Monday, Gautier High Tuesday, Pascagoula High on Wednesday, Gulfport Premium Outlets on Thursday, and…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – The Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove celebrated its 40th anniversary earlier today. The club gathered in Gulfport to go down memory lane of their accomplishments over the years and had keynote speakers as well. The Rotary Club of Gulfport-Orange Grove partners with Harrison County schools by providing backpack meals for students who may not be able…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Pro Hockey Team, formerly the Sea Wolves, have narrowed down their new names. Those three choices are: the Gulf Coast Cruisers, the Biloxi Breakers, and the Mississippi Mosquitos. That last one was originally used as an April Fools joke, but the fans seem to like it. Voting opened today and is open until Monday, May…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV) – Thanks to Daniels Roofing Solutions and their Roof Rescue Winner Giveaway Contest, one lucky family was surprised with a free roof installation. In a random drawing, Ms. Cole and her family were selected as the lucky recipients of the free roof installation. As a veteran-owned company, Daniels Roofing Solutions takes pride in delivering premium roofing…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula presented a proclamation to the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary. The Coast Guard Auxiliary will be offering vessel safety checks on May 24 at the Point Park Launch Ramp. Those checks begin at 8 a.m. and help boat owners ensure their vessels are compliant with both federal and state boating safety requirements. This…
Secretary of State Michael Watson is launching a new election resource. Mississippi voters are able to access important election information and report issues via text using the new ‘textmygov’ resource. All you have to do is text ‘Hi’ to 601-586-7600 to receive guidance on a variety of topics. For instance, if you text precinct you’ll receive a link to the…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- Serengeti Springs, the water park at the Hattiesburg Zoo, is preparing for their season two opening. The Zoo’s Special and Seasonal Event Coordinator Gabrielle Nordan joins us with the details. For more information on the water park, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: hattiesburg zoo, Serengeti Springs
We begin a new week with a similar “early summer” pattern like how we finished last week off, with warmer than average highs/lows and high humidity. Morning lows are trending about 10 degrees above normal in the upper 70s, though afternoon highs are a little better at only a few degrees above average in the mid 80s. I expect we’ll…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, the MHSAA 6A Softball State Championship games took place in Hattiesburg. The George County Lady Rebels were looking to claim their second state title in three years. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was at the game with more. Categories: Featured, Local Sports, Sports Tags: George County Lady Rebels, softball, sports
GULF SHORES, Al. (WXXV)- The new Sand in my Boots Festival has replaced Hangout Fest this year in Gulf Shores. Though some fans were disheartened over the loss of Hangout Fest, the Sand in my Boots crowd brought the fun and boosted the local economy. This festival featured primarily country music, but also hosted rap artists such as Money Bag…