State broadcasters meeting at the Beau Rivage this week for the Mississippi Association of Broadcasters annual meeting. TV and radio station owners, managers, and on-air personalities taking part in training sessions on how to better serve viewers and listeners. WXXV is an MAB member representing our area at the meeting. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Association of Broadcasters
Fleur de Lis Gourmet Bakery in Gulfport is committed to quality and ensuring that their products are truly exceptional. There menu includes 14 gourmet cakes with customer favorites such as Belgian chocolate mousse, chocolate strawberry Bavarian, red velvet, and praline carrot cake. Co-owner and Pastry Chef Jason Brewer tells News 25 more about what they have to offer. “Our specialty…
The family of a child who was allegedly punched and kicked on a school bus has filed a report with the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department. That information was confirmed through the sheriff’s department. An 18-second video of the altercation which was sent to WXXV as well as being posted on social media, shows a boy being hit by multiple other…
Students at Colmer Middle School in Pascagoula are being the change they want to be by sharing positivity through the Hope Squad. Wednesday afternoon the Hope Squad of 16 students encouraged their fellow peers in their lunch period to write positive words of affirmation to attach to the school’s Hope Tree in the cafeteria, one of their first major outreach…
Still watching the cold front to our north which hasn`t moved very much over the last day or so. Eventually, the broader scale upper trough will strengthen further and bring the cold front through. There could be an isolated strong to severe storm with a chance of hail. Dry and a very slightly cooler air will begin to filter into…
The Navy continues to order more ships that will be built right here at home in the Flagship City. Ingalls Shipbuilding announced the awarding of a contract for three new San Antonio class amphibious ships and one America class ship, totaling $9.6 billion. So far, Ingalls has built 13 of those San Antonio class ships for the Navy and 15…
Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us as always, we’ve got Katie King to tell us about News 25’s Pet of the Week, Detroit! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: Humane Society of South Mississippi, pet of the week
Jane King is at the Nasdaq with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report
Fleur De Lis Gourmet Bakery has been captivating the Mississippi Gulf Coast since 2010. For 14 years, they have created European-style cakes using only the finest ingredients. There commitment to quality ensures that every product offered is truly exceptional. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was live at Fleur De Lis Gourmet Bakery in Gulfport to take you to the…
Our gulf coast programs are teeing it high and letting it fly, and they’re really good at it too! Most recently, the St. Martin boys golf team were no strangers to the green in their tournament on Tuesday! The Yellow Jacket program took home the gold at the Picayune Invitational. Not only did they bring home the hardware, but every…
We have some super exciting news for one of our local leaders! Coach Beverly Griffing has been named the Mississippi High School Activities Association Swim Coach of the Year! Beverley Griffing, also known as “Coach Bev,” is currently the swim coach for the Pearl River Central Blue Devils! This is the first time in school history that PRC has ever…
WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss stopped by the Gulfport Dragway over the weekend for this exclusive feature. He had the opportunity to check out everything going on out there from the King of the Coast bracket race to opportunities for first time drivers to get behind the wheel on a drag strip. If you’d like to attend a race or…
This morning won’t be wildly different from the last few mornings, but an approaching cold front is bringing a bit more cloud cover, humidity, and eventually some thunderstorms. We’re already seeing some of that shower activity in the Pine Belt just north of the area, but it’ll creep closer throughout the day bringing in those spotty showers and thunderstorms I…
Each month, WXXV and the Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one Teacher of the Month along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. This month’s Huntington Learning Center’s Teacher of the Month is Cardia Williams! Williams has been working with preschool-aged children at the MSU Extension Gaston Point Head Start program for 15 years. She was nominated by her daughter, Arreal Bishop,…
On Tuesday night the Stone County Economic Development Partnership held its annual awards and meeting, recognizing industrial advancements made in the community as well as keeping members updated on current projects within Stone County. From politicians, to business owners, to school superintendents, members of the community packed into Cottonwood Manor in Perkinston to celebrate the multiple accomplishments of the community…
If you are a fan of all things barbecue, listen up! The inaugural Smokin’ the Coast BBQ competition is set to take place this weekend in Biloxi. Pitmasters and amateurs will gather on the Great Lawn at Harrah’s Gulf Coast, September 27th to the 28th featuring teams from all over the southeastern United States. The competition will crown winners in…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Casino Operators came together to host a cornhole tournament at Treasure Bay Casino. The event was held with the goal of raising over $25,000 for the American Heart Association. Development Director Tiffany Alsbury said, “Today we’re out here at the Casino Corn Hole Tournament benefiting the American Heart Association. We rallied the troops of every casino…
Gulfport and Biloxi leaders gathered to celebrate the recent opening of Highway 90’s newest gas station this afternoon. 90 Express is Salute owner Rob Stinson’s latest venture on DeBuys Road. It’s a 24/7 gas station that features an adjoining liquor store, a selection of fresh food, and non-ethanol gas. Categories: Local News, News Tags: 90 Express, Ribbon cutting
Joining us today are Sarah Ruskey and Jonathan Bell from the Biloxi Library System to tell us about events going on to celebrate Blue Star Welcome Week. The West Biloxi Library is located at 2047 Pass Road in Biloxi (directly across the street from Wal-Mart Marketplace), 1.5 miles west of Keesler Air Force Base’s Pass Road Gate. The library is…
Wiggins residents had the chance to show off their basketball skills at an event this past weekend. The Wiggins Police Department hosted a three-on-three basketball tournament over the weekend. This allowed community members to form up in small teams and compete. Winners received trophies to show off their talent on the court. On top of providing some exercise and healthy…
One of the YMCA locations on the Coast is closing its doors this week. The YMCA located in Tradition will have its final day of operation on September 30th. Though the location will no longer be operational, the space is still planning on hosting events and being in use for residents of Tradition. For those wondering what this means for…
Jane King is at the Nasdaq with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report
The Greyhounds were hot on the links last week! Both the Ocean Springs boys and girls golf teams took home the Admiral Classic title at Bayou Vista! For the girls, Mackenzie Smith took home the individual win along with every lady on the team shooting their personal best. For the boys, Matthew Bond earned individual honors and Bracken McAllister placed…
We have some exciting news in collegiate sports! Ocean Springs golf alum Avery Weed has officially secured her first individual collegiate title! Mississippi state golfer Avery Weed won her first individual title 13 under par at the Mason Rudolph Championship. She established her lead early on the first day and simply never looked back. Weed also finished opening day…