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Free Flowin’ Fest in Pascagoula
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is hosting their Free Flowin’ Fest this Saturday. Susannah Northop joins us ahead of the fun with details. The fun takes place May 10 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Beach Park in Pascagoula. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Free Flowin’ Fest
2nd annual Biloxi Skate Fest
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The second annual Biloxi Skate Fest is happening this Friday and Saturday in Biloxi. Andrew Buras and Chris Carraba from the Gulf Coast Skateparks Association joins us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Biloxi Skate Fest, Gulf Coast Skateparks Association
GivHer Circle holding “Man Enough to Listen” panel
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A panel is being hosted by GivHer Circle this Thursday. That panel is called ‘Man Enough to Listen: Hearing from Male Leaders on a Woman’s Influence.’ Tiffany Bell and Chris Estrade joins us to discuss the event. The panel takes place May 8 at 5 p.m. at Salute Italian Restaurant in Gulfport. Tickets are $30 per person….
Legacy Park wins appeal against Singing River
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The Legacy Park development in Gautier recently announced they’ve won an appeal brought on by Singing River Hospital. In a Facebook post, the developers called the recent court judgement “a huge win for all of Mississippi” as Singing River Hospital was attempting to block the ambulatory surgery center through the certificate of need process or CON laws….
Bringing awareness to skin cancer
Miss Ocean Springs’ Teen Sarah Katherine Graham joins us in studio. She is here to tell us about Melanoma Monday. A free skin cancer screening event will be taking place on May 21st from 4 to 6 p.m. at Lee Tracy located at 1000 Government Street, Ocean Springs. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Melanoma Monday, skin…
Mystic Krewe of Pine Island holds Spring Fling Fest
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WXXV)- Over in Vancleave, this weekend the Mystic Krewe of Pine Island held their annual Spring Fling Fest. The event kicked off at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Paige Bayou Marina and featured all kinds of events like a cornhole tournament, a kids fishing rodeo, as well as a silent auction filled with unique items. It wouldn’t…
Gulf Coast Vietnamese Narrative Exhibit at the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Over the weekend, the Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum in Biloxi held a reception for their new Gulf Coast Vietnamese Narratives Exhibit. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has the story. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Gulf Coast Vietnamese Narrative Exhibit, Maritime and Seafood Industry Museum
Lucedale man charged with manslaughter
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV)- A Lucedale man is charged with manslaughter after a Friday shooting. Thirty-eight-year-old George Buckley was killed in that shooting Friday night which happened on CF Ward Road. Twenty-year-old Dante Anderson is now being held at the George County Jail. This is still an ongoing investigation and we’ll let you know of any new developments in this case….
05/05 Ryan’s “Muy Bueno” Monday Morning Forecast
In honor of Cinco de Mayo we have some "muy bueno" weather moving in!
Today is Cinco de Mayo, and we have some appropriately “muy bueno” (very good) weather to enjoy today! Expect practically cloud free skies for most of the day, with only light cloud cover moving in as we approach sunset later today. Despite all that sun, our cooler and drier air will keep highs at our seasonal normal for this time…
Seabees reunite in Gulfport over the weekend
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The Navy Seabee Veterans of America’s Island X1 Gulfport group hosted a Seabee reunion over the weekend. Seabees from all over the country meeting at the Courtyard Marriott. Saturday’s ceremony began with the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer, remembering all those who gave their lives. Afterwards the Seabees were served dinner, reuniting with old shipmates and…
Mammoth teeth fossils found on Mississippi beach
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)-Back in August 2024, a mammoth tusk was found in a creek in Central Mississippi. Gulf Coast resident Cole Moody has found parts of a mammoth’s tooth, the first report of a Columbian Mammoth on the coast. Moody was wading through the water at the beach during low tide when he made the discovery. The Mississippi Department…
Gulfport Softball alum Hayley Hughes listed to First All Panhandle Team!
Our WXXV Play of the Day goes to former Gulfport softball alum, Hayley Hughes! Earlier today, the now Northwest Florida outfielder was named to the All-Panhandle team! The outfielder is currently batting .373 with two home runs and 33 RBI’s. Congratulations Hayley, your All-Conference selection is our WXXV Play of the Day! Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: Gulfport softball, Hayley…
Ocean Springs drops round two opener to Brandon 0-10.
Ocean Springs Greyhounds hosting the Brandon Bulldogs for the second round of playoffs. The blue and white drop game one to Brandon with a final score 0f 0-10. Ocean Springs will look to split the series Saturday night at 7pm in Brandon. Tags: Ocean Springs baseball
George County Softball punches their ticket to South State with a 10-1 win over West Harrison.
West Harrison hosting George County for an action packed 6A Coast vs Coast matchup! Lady Rebels taking home game one on Thursday while the Hurricanes are looking to keep their season alive. George County punches their ticket to South State after defeating West Harrison 10-1! Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: George County High School, George County Softball
Two St. Martin Flag Football players receive collegiate scholarships!
Local female athletes on the Gulf Coast are already breaking barriers playing in the first ever flag football season in the state of Mississippi, but two athletes from St. Martin just raised the bar to a whole new level. On Tuesday, two flag football players from St. Martin High Cchool received scholarships to take their gridiron talents to the next…
Businesses concerned over workers during tourism season
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- As the summer travel season heats up, Mississippi’s tourism industry is facing a familiar challenge: not enough workers. From museums to shrimping boats, businesses are trying new ways to stay afloat. David Graham spent years in the Air Force. Now, he’s back on the Mississippi Coast — not in uniform, but on the deck of a shrimping…
Concerns coming to Vancleave over planned subdivision
Vancleave, Miss. (WXXV)- In Vancleave, a rural stretch of farmland could soon give way to new subdivision. Some residents say there’s no need for change, but developers say the growth is long overdue. It’s quiet along Old Fort Bayou Road — country roads, creeks and cattle. But longtime resident Jack Stokes says that peace is under pressure. “We don’t want…
Nesting activities ramping up on Mississippi beaches
Gulf Coast, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Audubon Coastal Bird Stewardship Program sharing nesting activities have been ramping up on the beaches. The state’s Least Terns are starting to nest. The stewardship team is setting up pink flags to mark active areas, wanting to remind the public not to bother these areas. Least Terns have sensitive nesting areas, the eggs being…
Governor Tate Reeves expected to call a special session
Jackson, Miss. (WXXV)- Everyone is waiting for the governor to call a special session, bringing lawmakers back to the capitol to pass a state budget. The house adjourned leaving the senate in Jackson without a budget. Governor Reeves is expected to make that call any day. Mississippi must – by law – have a balanced budget and the fiscal year…
Gulfport High hosts their annual Donut Decision Day
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport High School hosted their annual Donut Decision Day for the class of 2025. The event recognized seniors for their academic honors, special awards, and college decisions. Students enjoyed donuts, wore apparel representing their future endeavors, and took group photos. Colleges, military branches, and trade schools were present and achievements such as hall of fame and National…
Gulfport Historical Society offering history expo for the community
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- The Historical Society of Gulfport is playing host to an expo. Local museums and organizations all coming out to take part in a historic day of fun. Those ranging from Beauvoir, the Coast Transit Authority, to Keesler Air Force Base coming out. Guests were treated to stories of their foundings. The expo is set to start again…
WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel is LIVE at First Friday in Biloxi
Biloxi, Miss. (WXXV)- We’ve made it to the weekend, but we’ve also made it to the beginning of a new month. The First Friday Block Party is kicking off today in Biloxi. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel is live at the festivities. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, First Friday, First Friday Block Party