Buc-ee’s hosting job fair in Harrison County

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) – Buc-ee’s is looking to fill over 200 positions at its new location in Harrison County, ahead of its grand opening. To find the right candidates, a job fair is being held, which will continue on Thursday and Friday. Available positions include cashiers, food service, and janitorial roles. With competitive weekly pay, hourly wages start at…

Tim Pierce wins Long Beach Republican Mayoral Primary

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)-There will be a new mayor of Long Beach after one person came out on top of the four-person Republican primary. Former Long Beach School Board member and Alderman Tim Pierce wins the primary and the election by default. Pierce earned 80 percent of the vote Tuesday. Glen Powell earned 18 percent of the vote. The other…

Gulfport Democratic Mayoral Primary Results

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has more from Gulfport in the hotly contested democratic primary for mayor. She joins us from Sonya Williams-Barnes watch party with more. In Gulfport, Democratic candidate Sonya Williams Barnes will face off against Republican candidate Hugh Keating. Current Mayor Billy Hewes decided not to run for a fourth term for mayor. Residents will…

Ocean Springs mayoral election results are in

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The votes are in for the City of Ocean Springs mayoral primary. The unofficial results are in and Bobby Cox Jr. earned 3,238 of the votes. Incumbent Mayor Kenny Holloway received 708 of the votes.  Jon Hitchcock received 309 of the votes. Dennis McGrevey received 139 of the votes. According to unofficial results, Cox Jr. wins the…

Thousands of fentanyl pills, drugs seized in Stone County

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Stone County and state law enforcement announced the results of a nearly 15-month long fentanyl and drug bust in the county and surrounding areas. Stone County Sheriff Todd Stewart was joined by Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell and other federal and state officials for Tuesday’s announcement. Undercover officers made covert purchases, leading to the recovery of more…

Taking a look at the big races in South Mississippi

SOUTH MISS (WXXV)-It’s Primary Election Day. Voters in cities all around South Mississippi are choosing who will lead today and sets the table for general elections on June 3rd. Polls are open until 7 p.m. Joining us on WXXV to preview four big mayoral contests is Frank Corder, managing editor of Magnolia Tribune. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: elections,…

South Mississippi residents head to the polls

Gulfport, Miss (WXXV)- Municipal primary elections are happening right now. These elections are determining party nominees for positions such as mayors, city council members, and alderman. They will then compete in the general election on June 3rd. Any voter in line at 7 PM is legally entitled to cast a ballot. WXXV News 25 caught up with voters at the…

Mississippi Sea Wolves unveil completely real rebrand

One coast team is rebranding… The Mississippi Sea Wolves will be known as the Mississippi Mosquitoes! The rebrand comes after much talk, the Sea Wolves deciding the insect sure to ruin your outing would be a perfect choice. The team spared no expense, with the unveiling of their mascot coming soon. The best part, April Fools! Categories: Local News, News…

Pet of the Week: Classic Martini comes to the WXXV studio

This week’s pet is definitely stirred, not shaken. Maridee Mallett with the Jackson County Animal Shelter joins Everett Ganier Jr. on set to introduce Classic Martini. Classic Martini is looking for her forever home! Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: adoption, Classic Martini, jackson county animal shelter, Maridee Mallett, pet

Fixin’ the Coast offers vouchers for Harrison County residents

Biloxi, Miss (WXXV)- Cat owners in Harrison County lined the doors outside PetCo Monday. All this for a discount on some important procedures for their furry family members. Fixin the Coast held its Fix and Chips Voucher Event in Biloxi, offering quite the deal for Harrison County cat owners. For $25, owners could pick up a voucher to be used…

Jeannie Herrin and Tiffany Wiensch in studio to discuss free parenting classes

Jeannie Herrin and Tiffany Wiensch join WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen in studio to discuss free parenting classes offered by the Harrison County Advocacy Center and Southern Christian Services. These classes run every Wednesday for eight weeks beginning on April 16th at 12pm. They will be held at the Harrison County Advocacy Center located at 47 Maples Drive in Gulfport….

Mississippi Aquarium releasing seven more turtles

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Aquarium is hosting another turtle release this week. Seven rehabilitated turtles will be released in front of Edgewater Mall on Thursday at 4 p.m. at the beach in front of Edgewater Mall. Aquarium officials will be on site to provide information on those being released as well as answer any questions anyone might have. Categories:…

City of Ocean Springs Town Tour Guide now available

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce is releasing their annual town visitors guide. Visitors will be able to learn about shopping, dining, art, and much more in the City of Discovery. The guide is located at the visitor’s center and can also be found at businesses throughout the town as well as state welcome centers. It…