BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Thirty-six teams of four came out to Sunkist Golf Club for the 29th annual Spiders’ Charity Golf Classic. The classic is a family tradition put on by the Never Quit Foundation, whose mission is to prove that no matter what happens, you should never quit! For 29 years, the charity golf tournament has raised money for recipients…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Saturday was a beautiful day at the golf course. The Gulf Coast Dream Program took advantage of the sunny day by hosting their 19th annual Charity Golf Tournament. The Dream Program was founded to serve and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities across the Mississippi Gulf Coast and surrounding areas. They provide over 20…
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hattiesburg Zoo celebrated 75 years over the weekend. The public came out to celebrate with special decorations in every exhibit. One of the highlights is the new Flamingo exhibit located at the front of the zoo. Next door to that exhibit are donkeys as well. Categories: Local News, News Tags: hattiesburg zoo
Last week started rainy and cloudy, but we’re off to a sunny start with this one! The unfortunate thing is the sun won’t stick around long as we get right back into a similar pattern to last week’s with a front creeping our direction all week long. We will cool a touch from where we were yesterday, but it’ll still…
Pearl River County, Miss. (WXXV)- Broadband expansion is moving forward in parts of rural Mississippi, in Pearl River County the impact could be big. Faster internet could mean safer communities, stronger schools and better access for small businesses. In Pearl River County, crews are laying the groundwork – literally – to bring high-speed internet to more homes, schools, and businesses….
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Katrina Memorial Sculpture is now in place at its new home at the Biloxi Visitors Center. It was moved to its new location last week from its previous home at the Biloxi Town Green, where it was subject to damage over the years. City officials are also working on adding an information kiosk near the…
Pascagoula, Miss. (WXXV)- Parks are where childhood memories are made, from splash pads to summer ballgames. In Pascagoula, those memories are being built one meal at a time. A 2% tax on restaurant food and drinks is funding parks and playgrounds across the city. A trip to the splash pad turned into a memory Charlotte Jerde won’t forget — her…
A Mississippi State alumnus who played a pivotal role in the Apollo 13 mission died on Monday. Robert ‘Ed’ Smylie was born in Lincoln County, best known of his role in solving the C02 scrubbers issue during the Apollo 13 mission. He was part of the team finding a solution when the Lunar module started to lose breathable air. Smylie…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has filed a temporary restraining order against major pharmaceutical companies, a move she says is designed to protect the Magnolia State’s independent pharmacies. The order was filed in Harrison County Chancery Court this week against Good RX, CVS, and Inside RX. The restraining order for the time being stops these pharmacies from…
Gulfport baseball hosting Petal for their first game of the 2025 post-season. Tolar Raybourn getting the start on the mound for the Admirals. Admirals fall short in game one with a final score of 5-0. They will look to split the series as they hit the road to Petal on Saturday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Brant Rounsaville,…
Gulfport Lady Admirals hosted Petal high school for game two of their playoff campaigns. Paige Moore gets things started in the second with a single, Skylar Brock does her job and moves her to third, and Jones signee Fairley Hall scores more on a standing double to score the first run of the game. Parker Zahedi and Juliana Espat make…
Some of the world’s best golfers are currently in New Orleans competing for the 2025 Zurich Classic. One pro knows exactly what it takes to bring home this title and he’s from just up the road in Hattiesburg Mississippi. Davis Riley spoke on what the Hub City means to him and what his goals are for this tournament. “Obviously born…
Saw a little rain this afternoon and we can se the chance aging tomorrow for more small pop ups. A few showers cooling places down but continuing to weaken as the move south. One storm was severe earlier this afternoon for 1″ hail and gust winds of 60 mph. Now in the overnight the rain chances decrease with lows in…
BILOXI, Miss (WXXV) – Families gathered today at the Biloxi Lighthouse Pavilion for the ‘Hop into Awareness Egg Hunt’. It is a special event hosted by the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence blending fun with a powerful message. Held in recognition of in support of sexual assault awareness month, the event aims to raise awareness, offer resources, and empower children…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Of all the road projects going on around South Mississippi, this could be one of the biggest game changers. Biloxi is extending Popps Ferry Road from Pass Road down to Highway 90. The $27 million project will put a new four lane road running west of the Coliseum and coming out at Oakmont Place. The road will…
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pine Hill Festival in Wiggins has officially started. The scene is Blaylock Park for the 74th annual festival. Music, vendors, and food is on tap for those coming out. Saturday will see even more fun, the 15th annual Mutt Strut happening at Blaylock Park starting at 2 that afternoon. There’s even fun for the kids with…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- In Ocean Springs, officials announced Government Street will be closed to traffic from Bellande Avenue to Russel Avenue. That closure happens April 28th and runs from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. The road will be closed for tree trimming. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Ocean Springs, road closure
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County officials say a major intersection just west of Gulfport will be closed all next week. The intersection of Landon and Canal Road will be closed to all traffic starting Monday, April 28th and running through Friday, May 2nd. Those times are subject to change depending on the weather. This closure is part of a state-aid…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Beau Rivage and Biloxi Shuckers invited volunteers and joined together in celebrating Earth Day by giving back to the community. There were almost 100 volunteers combined and more than 60 people from the Beau Rivage. This was a family friendly event where team members even invited their own friends and family to help clean up the…
Mississippi Gulf Coast (WXXV)- Southern Miss is boasting the first Beckman Scholars in the state. Ashe Davis of Ocean Springs and Noah Williamson of Hattiesburg are the recipients. A Beckman Scholar receives a place in one of the most prestigious undergraduate research programs in the STEM disciplines. Davis’ project investigates suitability of certain protein degradation methods to treat Parkinson’s Disease….
The University of Southern Miss is calling for speakers for TEDxSouthern Miss in October in Long Beach. Applications are available now with the selection committee beginning reviews on May 7th. Dr. Jacob Breland has more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: TEDxSouthern Miss
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GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Our guests join us ahead of May 1’s National Day of Prayer. They share where these ceremonies are taking place and what you can expect. National Day of Prayer locations are: 2nd Floor Council Room at Biloxi City Hall at 1 p.m. Moss Point City Hall at 12 p.m. Ocean Springs High football stadium 6:30 p.m. until…
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