GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- We have some updates on roadwork projects across Gulfport which have temporarily shut down some major intersections across the city. Beginning earlier on Wednesday, a section of Landon Road in between Highway 49 and Old Highway 49 is shut down as crews work on a road widening project. Work is also being done to replace the railroad…
Susie sits down with Galleria Senior Client Adviser Katie Zazzara to talk about the differences in customer service you get when shopping at or purchasin from Galleria BMW in D’Iberville. Categories: Living Local Tags: automotive industry, BMW, car shopping, d’iberville, galleria, Katie Zazzara, Living Local, purchase, Susie Davis, vehicle
Susie visits Chris Kelley at Lemontree Adams Florist to learn the history of this local floral conglomerate and explore the vast selection gifts and arrangements they offer at their location in Gulfport. Categories: Living Local Tags: adams, chris kelley, floral shop, florist, lemontree, lemontree adams florist, Living Local, Susie Davis
Many high schools from the Mississippi Gulf Coast are still competing in baseball and softball playoffs! Ten softball teams and seven baseball teams remain on the road to state! Below are the schedules for each coast still still alive! BASEBALL: Round Two: 7A: Ocean Springs vs Brandon Friday at Ocean Springs 7pm Saturday at Brandon Monday at Ocean Springs…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Air Force Thunderbirds are taking over the skies in Biloxi in November! The Thunderbirds released their schedule and will arrive at Keesler Air Force Base on November 1 and 2. Static planes and military equipment will be on base for visitors to look at. During the afternoon, the fun moves to the beach for a flight…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Applications for the Peter Anderson Festival are opening Thursday. The City of Ocean Springs wanting to remind all vendors to have up-to-date images, an artist statement, and correct contact information. This year’s Peter Anderson Festival is scheduled for November 8th and 9th. Downtown Ocean Springs will turn into all things art and entertainment running from 9…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – April 30th is National Adopt a Pet From a Shelter Day. The Jackson County Animal Shelter in Gautier is consistently at 90 to 95% capacity due to the number of animals in their shelter. Jackson County urges residents to consider their local shelter when looking to add an addition to their home. Adopting a pet…
Diamondhead, Miss. (WXXV)- It was a beautiful day at the Club of Diamondhead, the kickoff site of 2025 Seabee golf invitational. It marks the kickoff of the first of four invitationals planned this season. A total of 80 Seabee golfers were treated to free day at the links. Marketing & Development Coordinator, Heather Deviney, says “it’s a best ball tournament,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s called a slingshot, made by Polaris, and has three wheels, plenty of horsepower, and a nice open-air drive. Carlos Goins bought his slingshot a few years ago. The unique vehicle is becoming increasingly popular and Carlos is sponsoring what he calls Slinging the Coast this Saturday from noon until 5 at Point Cadet Pavilion. Carlos stopped…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A statue thief in Bay St. Louis has been taken into custody after the Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau reported the loss of a seven-foot statue. Clint Jones of Saucier was found to be the suspect and was found at his home with the help of the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office and the Bay St. Louis…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted a signing day for the 2025 graduates of its shipbuilders academy at the shipyard in Pascagoula on Wednesday morning. This year, 43 students were offered full-time positions at Ingalls, marking the beginning of their careers with HII. Each student received and signed a contingent offer of employment, highlighting the position the student will have…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- A reminder for those in Long Beach, crews are continuing to work on the intersection of White Harbor and Railroad Street. This is an ongoing railroad crossing project of asphalt improvements. Motorists are advised that the traffic patterns could change during the construction period causing some delays, but the intersection will remain open. Categories: Local News,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- A blood drive is taking place in honor of fallen Biloxi Officer Robert McKeithen. That drive takes place Thursday, May 1 at the Biloxi Visitors Center. Denise Smith with the American Red Cross joins us in studio to talk about the need for blood as well as some special drawings you could be entered into. Categories: Community…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Exit 75 rest area entrance ramp on I-10 in Jackson County heading west will be closed Wednesday evening. This closure is in connection to the Pascagoula River Bridge project. This closure will begin at 7 p.m. and is expected to remain closed until 5 a.m. on Thursday, May 1. Drivers are advised to use caution…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Marine Resources is opening applications for a program for those impacted by the 2019 opening of the Bonnet Carre Spillway. The application period starts Friday, May 2 at 8 a.m. Those who apply must be a Mississippi resident who is 18 or older and also possesses a valid resident commercial shrimp or…
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An update by the Army Corps of Engineers offering some good news on the river levels. In an update Tuesday afternoon, the operational trigger points for the Bonnet Carre Spillway are no longer in the forecast. The measurements of the Mississippi River water levels are coming in lower than previous weeks. This means the river is expected to stay below…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College hosting Hinds Community College for their regular season finale. Hinds struck first with a three-run lead shutting out the Bulldogs until the 8th inning. Gulf Coast didn’t just score once, but five times in the bottom of the 8th. The bases were loaded for Colby Wilson and he takes advantage of it with a two-run…
Another warm few days but still on the lookout for thunderstorms later this week. Wednesday to bring warm gulf coast weather all around in the 80s with more cloud cover. Thursday through Saturday has Increased chance of scattered showers and storms. Best chances primarily during the afternoon hours but could linger overnight. Daily Hazards include localized flash flood risk, strong…
BILOXI, Miss (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Transportation is hosting its annual maintenance meeting this week—an important event that brings together maintenance leaders from all across the state. Held each year, the conference gives MDOT staff the chance to hear directly from executive leadership and central support divisions about the latest advancements in roadway maintenance, safety, and technology. MDOT executive…
GULF COAST, Miss. (WXXV)- From Diamondhead to Woolmarket from I-10 to Highway 49, the Mississippi Department of Transportation is working on hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of road projects around South Mississippi. Here to get us up to speed with a progress report is Anna Ehrgott from MDOT. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: MDOT, Progress, road work
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV) – Special education students from the Picayune School District took part in the annual Fishing Rodeo, hosted by the Picayune Rotary Club. An event they look forward to every year. This year’s rodeo welcomed 60 students for a day of fun and fishing. Now in its 29th year, the Picayune Rotary Club is excited to be able…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Cecilia Dobbs Walton with the City of Biloxi joins us in studio. She is here to talk about the Biloxi Lighthouse Fair. The fair takes place on May 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Biloxi Visitor Center. Admission is free. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Biloxi Lighthouse Fair
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s time for our Pet of the Week with our friends from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. This week’s Pet of the Week is Mookie! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week