Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- This coming fall, in the 2025 – 2026 school year, thanks to a collaborative partnership between the Harrison County school district and the United Way of South Mississippi, the pre-k-4ward program is being offered at North Gulfport elementary & middle school in. With the addition of north Gulfport, there will be a total of nine prek4ward classroom…
Our only remaining softball team in Class 7A are the Harrison Central Red Rebelletes! Rebelettes hosting Petal high school for game one of round two. Senior Gabby Smith on the mound for Harrison Central. Harrison Central had six hits and six runs, but it wasn’t enough to beat the Panthers. The Rebelettes fall to the Panthers with a final score…
Kicking off round three of playoffs for class 3A is the St. Patrick Fighting Irish! Irish playing host to Enterprise-Clarke. Starting in the circle for St. Patrick is 8th grader Peyton Parks! She recorded three strikeouts in just two innings alone. Enterprise struck first with three runs in the third inning, but the Fighting Irish did what they do best,…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Four Harrison County seniors are being honored for their service to the community. Gulfport seniors Kaitlyn Juraszek and Sophie Rollins received their scholarships from the Rotary Club. Kaitlyn will be attending the University of Alabama and will be studying in the healthcare field. Sophie is currently attending MGCCC and later plans to attend Texas A&M University to…
Any day is a day of celebration when student athletes sign to further their athletic careers, but this one is truly something special. Family and friends gathered at the Biloxi Natatorium Thursday evening for a huge milestone! Not one, but two swimmers from the B.E.S.T. swim team have signed their letters of intent to continue their careers in the lanes!…
Friday and Saturday look to still be on the rainy side so have the rain gear ready. We saw some storms earlier this morning and that cooled thing down for a bit butt we got back in to the heat quickly in the afternoon. Overnight looks to stay dry but cloudy. Friday we could see some small development in the…
As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, forecasters are cautioning that while early predictions suggest a potentially active season, it’s still too early to know exactly what to expect. Jamie Rhome, Director of the National Hurricane Center, emphasized in the conversation that seasonal cycles shift year to year, making long-range forecasts uncertain. While sea surface temperatures and atmospheric patterns offer…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – Women of Wisdom, a nonprofit organization based on the coast, joined local community residents at Biloxi City Hall for the National Day of Prayer. The National Day of Prayer is an annual day of observance in the United States, held on the first Thursday of May. Participants gathered around to pray and lift their beloved town…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- A Coast business has opened its second location up in Hattiesburg. Ms. Audrey’s Southern Kitchen and Catering kicked off the opening with a celebration. The location is right outside Camp Shelby, located on Southgate Road. Ms. Audrey recently celebrated her ten-year anniversary on the Coast, hosting a big celebration in March. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Ms….
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXXV)- Scarlet Pearl Casino hosted an event today at its steak and seafood restaurant. The Mental Health Awareness Breakfast was hosted by the Mental Health Association of South Mississippi. The gathering emphasized the importance of mental health and the need for open conversations about mental wellness. The event also featured Public Speaker Ricky Johnson, who shared his personal…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- If you’re looking for a bite to eat, there’s no better place to be than at Centennial Plaza in Gulfport as Taste, Rattle, and Roll has officially made its way back to town. The event brings some of the best culinary creations from across the Coast. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel is at the event and has…
On Friday night, one D’Iberville natives’ dreams officially turned to reality. While the Indianapolis Colts were on the clock with the 80th overall pick in the 2025 NFL Draft, Minnesota cornerback Justin Walley received the call of his life. “It was very surreal,” said Walley. “Growing up you always see guys get that call, but I think until you really…
NEW ORLEANS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Aleutian Islands is a seldom talked about campaign in World War II. Ross Patterson from the National World War II Museum in New Orleans tells us about the newest exhibit. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: National World War II Museum
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- On April 30th, 1975, the North Vietnamese captured the capital city of Saigon, bringing an end to the Vietnam War and decades of conflict. Fifty years later, many brave men and women who served still gather to share their experiences in the war. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with a group of local Vietnam veterans in…
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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…