Jackson County Animal Shelter offering discounted cat neuters

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…

Update on dolphin rescued near Dauphin Island

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,…

Gateway Project begins in Long Beach

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…

Memorial Day Moment of Honor

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…

Celebrating the Pascagoula River at Free Flowin Fest

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…

Residents dispose of hazardous waste material at Mississippi Power ‘Bring It’ event

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,…

Body found at Gulfport Lake; recovery efforts underway

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

MGCCC Home School Preview Day

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- MGCCC’s Dr. Brad Bailey joins us to talk about their upcoming Homeschool Preview Day. MGCCC hosting Preview Day on Wednesday, May 21 from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm at the iMPAC Center at the Harrison County campus. Homeschool students and their parents/supporters are encouraged to register by noon, May 16 and join us for an exciting…

Swearing-in ceremony for Friends of Court Volunteers

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- At the Harrison County Court House, the chancery court held a swearing-in ceremony for Friends of Court volunteers. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren attended the ceremony and has more on the crucial work of these volunteers. If you’re interested in being part of the Friends of Court or want to learn more you can find a…

Special Olympics Opening Ceremony at Keesler Air Force Base

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. (WXXV)- On Saturday, Keesler Air Force Base hosted the Special Olympics. Despite weather concerns pushing the opening ceremony from Friday night to Saturday morning the event was a major success. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Keesler Air Force Base, Special Olympics Opening Ceremony

Pirate Day in the Bay

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Joining us in studio are Captain Longbeard and Lady Claiborne. They’re here to tell us about the Pirate Day in the Bay. Pirate Day in the Bay takes place May 16 and May 17 in Downtown Bay St. Louis. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Pirate Day in the Bay

National Salvation Army Week

GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- Major Jerry Friday joins us in studio. He is here to tell us about National Salvation Army Week, which begins today. For more information about the Salvation Army, click here.  Categories: Community Headlines Tags: National Salvation Army Week, Salvation army

Vancleave softball forces South State game three after a thrilling nine inning victory!

Vancleave High School hosting East Central for game two of the Class 5A South State series. Both the Lady Bulldogs and Lady Hornets with stellar pitching performances. The hits were rare and scattered all throughout the game, and it would remain scoreless for seven innings. East Central struck first in the 8th with one run and Vancleave matched it in…

Poster and events unveiled for Thunder over the Sound Air Show

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Keesler Air Force Base unveiled the poster and more information about Thunder over the Sound. Keesler says the parking lots open at 10 a.m. on November 1 and 2. The air shows at the runway and STEM expo will open 30 minutes later. The exact time for the Thunderbirds performance will be provided closer to the air…

Christian Collegiate Academy basketball player Gabe Collier signs to continue his career at Southeastern Baptist College!

The celebrations continue over in Gulfport as Christian Collegiate Ccademy sends one of their own to the next level! Bulldog basketball player Gabe Collier signed his letter of intent with Southeastern Baptist College! Collier started every game for CCA, averaging 14.1 points and five rebounds per game. Congratulations Gabe on joining the Charger basketball program!! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags:…

5/9 – Sam Parker’s “Cooler Weekend” Friday Night Forecast

Cooler temperatures for the cool moms this weekend and maybe a shower or two. Mostly rainy Friday as we had a few flood advisories for today. Overnight the rain chances will slowly decrease along with the rain chances being on the lower side this weekend. Mostly cloudy most of the weekend with generally cool temps but afternoon showers and maybe…

Cruisin’ the Coast voted best car event in the nation

Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- For the sixth year in a row, Cruisin’ the Coast has been voted as the best car event in the nation. The honor comes from USA Today. The public was invited to vote in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards over the last month. A total of 20 car events were nominated. Cruisin’ the Coast started…

Child care options are running out in rural areas

Greene County, Miss. (WXXV)- In rural Greene County, parents searching for child care are running out of options. With just one daycare in the entire country, families are left waiting, worrying or commuting long distances. Bettie’s cares for 60 children — and that’s all it can take. It’s the only licensed daycare in all of Greene County, where more than…

Motherhood & Entrepreneurship: Beau Rivage’s “Jewelry Trunk Show” Mother’s Day weekend event

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – This Mother’s Day Weekend, the Beau Rivage blends entrepreneurship with motherhood for its “Jewelry Trunk Show” event. One vendor, Susan, owner of Aubrey Adele Jewelry, shared how motherhood influences her business journey. The event runs through Saturday, May 10th.       Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: beau rivage, Jewelry Trunk Show, Mother’s Day, Mother’s…