Pascagoula Basketball Downs Callaway In Overtime To Advance To State Championship
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Pascagoula basketball downs Callaway in overtime to advance to State Championship

Ansley Brent,

JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV) — The Pascagoula Panthers are heading to the State Championship on the hardwood! The Panthers downed Callaway 53-51 in overtime to advance to Thursday night’s winner-take-all game. Here’s a look at the game and reactions from players at The Big House. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: 2026 MHSAA Basketball Championship, Pascagoula athletics, pascagoula basketball, pascagoula…

Local Musician Hosting Release Party For Upcoming Single
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Local musician hosting release party for upcoming single

WXXV Staff,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- There’s some exciting news for one musician here on the Coast. Katie Jones has been playing music for over a decade. She has announced a launch party for her single ‘Sorry.’ Katie joins us in studio ahead of the big night. For more information about Katie and her music, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Katie…

New Games At Mississippi Lottery
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New games at Mississippi Lottery

WXXV Staff,

It is the beginning of the month, meaning the Mississippi Lottery has a few new games out. Savannah Tirey joins us via Zoom to break those down Categories: Local News Tags: lottery, lotto, Mississippi Lottery

Mississippi Power Help Local Students Celebrate Read Across America Day
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Mississippi Power helps local students celebrate Read Across America Day

Everett Ganier Jr.,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Monday was Read Across America Day and volunteers across South Mississippi are helping turn the page on literacy. Mississippi Power employees spent the morning in classrooms at North Gulfport Elementary and Middle School reading to students and putting brand new books in their hands. Teams of employees spread out across campus, reading to pre-k students and kindergarteners….

Trusted Traveler Program At Keesler Air Force Base Suspended
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Trusted Traveler Program at Keesler Air Force Base suspended

WXXV Staff,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- In the wake of this weekend’s events overseas, there has been a change in the procedure for guests to gain access to Keesler Air Force Base. The Trusted Traveler Program has been suspended at this time. That program typically allows someone with military credentials to vouch for certain non-military guests when entering the base. At this time,…

Mayor Keating Discusses Gulfport’s Annexation Plans
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Mayor Keating discusses Gulfport’s annexation plans

Dave Elliott,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A huge construction project is in the works on the northeast corner of Highway 49 and 53. MDOT crews have redesigned the interchange, including adding lanes. That property is just north of the Gulfport city limits and the city has petitioned to annex the 250-acre site. The rumor is: a Walmart Super Center is on the way….

03/03 Ryan's "foggy & Warmer" Tuesday Morning Forecast
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03/03 Ryan’s “Foggy & Warmer” Tuesday Morning Forecast

It's foggy & warmer this morning as we continue inching up the thermometer all week long.
Ryan Mahan,

It was foggy & warmer across South Mississippi this morning as continued southerly winds ahead of a series of nearby fronts lead to more such mornings ahead. This morning’s low climbed an average of 15° above where we were Monday morning, and still saw locally dense fog development too. I expect we’ll see more fog in the mornings ahead, due…

City Of Gautier Hosting Ward 5 Listening Session
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City of Gautier hosting Ward 5 listening session

WXXV Staff,

GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gautier will be hosting a Ward 5 listening session this Thursday. City Manager Carlos Moulds, as well as other city officials and staff, will be hosting the session to hear directly from residents. Even though this is for Ward 5, all city residents are welcome to attend. The listening session takes place from 6…

Work Continues At Legacy Park In Gautier
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Work continues at Legacy Park in Gautier

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GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The developers of Gautier’s Legacy Park are providing an update on work being right now at the site. They posted pictures, showing some of the superstructures of the medical buildings already up, as well as some of the dining and shopping buildings. Developers say work has moved at a rapid pace since getting their certificate of need…

Progress Continues On Long Beach Gateway Project
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Progress continues on Long Beach gateway project

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LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is sharing the ongoing progress at the Gateway Project. This is drone footage taken from February 10. The city saying the project will serve as a beautiful and welcoming entrance to the city, creating a first impression for residents, visitors, and future investors. From infrastructure improvements to enhanced aesthetics, Long Beach…

3/2 Mild And Foggy Monday Night
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3/2 – Mild and Foggy Monday night forecast

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at the week ahead
Sam Lucey,

We’re settling into a warm, humid, and occasionally foggy pattern along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Tonight brings patchy fog possible and increasing clouds with lows dropping to near 61. Tuesday turns mostly sunny by afternoon, with highs in the mid 70s and climbing into the upper 70s by Wednesday and Thursday. Rain chances begin to creep in by Thursday afternoon,…

Long Beach Fd Responds To Weekend Fire
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Long Beach Fire Department responds to weekend fire

WXXV Staff,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Long Beach Fire Department responded to a fire over the weekend, saving a home in the process. Firefighters with Long Beach responded to a call about visible smoke from a home. Thanks to fast action and teamwork, the fire was quickly extinguished. Damage was kept to a minimum and everyone remained safe. Categories: Local News Tags:…

North Woolmarket Elementary And Middle School Launching Student Meteorologist Program
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North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School launching student meteorologist program

Asia Ellis,

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School is launching its new student meteorologist program. From forecasting the weather to forecasting their future, these young meteorologists are on the right track, guided by their amazing teacher. The new student meteorologist program at North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School is designed to immerse students in the science of forecasting…

Democratic Candidates Speak At 4th Congressional District Candidate Forum
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Candidate Conversations: Representative Jeffrey Hulum III running for Congress

Aubrey Spears,

WXXV News 25’s Aubrey Spears is sitting down with candidates ahead of March’s primary election. State Representative Jeffrey Hulum is tossing his hat into the ring for the Fourth Congressional District race. He is one of three Democratic candidates who will be on the primary election ballot. Representative Hulum stopped by the studio to discuss his campaign. The primary elections…

Two Facing Charges In Thursday Shooting In Gulf Park Estates
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Two facing charges in Thursday shooting in Gulf Park Estates

WXXV Staff,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- A man on the run since a Thursday shooting in the Gulf Park Estates community was taken into custody over the weekend, thanks to a Crime Stoppers tip. Jackson County Sheriff’s Investigators say Christopher Landry was located on Derry Lane in Ocean Springs after that tip came in Saturday on charges of aggravated assault with a…

03/02 Ryan's "coolest" Monday Morning Forecast
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03/02 Ryan’s “Coolest” Monday Morning Forecast

Just like last week we're starting things off with our coolest weather, getting warmer and more humid each day.
Ryan Mahan,

Last week saw a weak front move through over the weekend, starting off with the coolest weather of the week as we slowly warmed. Unlike last week, we didn’t start off in the frosty 20s and 30s as our coolest areas only fell into the mid 40s this morning. That’s as low as it goes though, and we’ll steadily warm…

Members Of Mississippi’s Congressional Delegation React To ‘operation Epic Fury’
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Members of Mississippi’s Congressional Delegation react to ‘Operation Epic Fury’

WXXV Staff,

Members of Mississippi’s Congressional Delegation have responded to the United States strikes on Iran, strike’s which killed Iran’s Supreme Leader. Congressman Mike Ezell said in part that Iran is facing the consequences of its dangerous actions over the course of decades and that the protection of American citizens and service members is the top priority. Senator Roger Wicker echoed Ezell’s…

Jackson County Firefighters Practice Grain Bin Rescues
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Jackson County Firefighters practice grain bin rescues

WXXV Staff,

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County firefighters are learning this week how to perform grain bin rescues. Firefighters are learning the proper techniques to rescue people in the event of a grain bin collapse. The training is being hosted by the Farm Bureau Office in Lucedale. Categories: Local News Tags: Jackson County firefighters, training

Resurrection Catholic Sees Boys Basketball Season Come To An End Following Mhsaa Playoff Disqualification
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Resurrection Catholic sees boys basketball season come to an end following MHSAA playoff disqualification

Elizabeth Keen,

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — One Coast basketball program faced some tough news over the weekend, just days after it reached the semifinals of the MHSAA basketball playoffs. Resurrection Catholic School has been removed from the playoffs due to participation by a player who was later determined by the MHSAA to be ineligible to compete. The decision was announced on Saturday,…

Mississippi Junior Seawolves Growing Youth Hockey Along The Gulf Coast
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Mississippi Junior Seawolves growing youth hockey along the Gulf Coast

Elizabeth Keen,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — Nothing pairs with a warm Saturday morning quite like a cold rink, skates and plenty of goals. “I think it’s really fun,” Elliot, an 8U player, said. “We learn a lot of new things, and our coaches are very nice and I really love it.” “It’s amazing,” fellow 8U teammate Fen said. For South Mississippi’s Junior…

February's Huntington Learning Center Teacher Of The Month: Gulfport High School's Shana Celentano
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February’s Huntington Learning Center Teacher of the Month: Gulfport High School’s Shana Celentano

Elizabeth Keen,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Each month, WXXV and Huntington Learning Center team up to honor one outstanding educator in South Mississippi. February’s Teacher of the Month is Shana Celentano, Gulfport High School’s librarian! Celentano has the opportunity to interact with students at every grade level, making a difference in countless lives. Celentano was nominated by her friend, Lynn Sumrall. “She…

Finn The Dolphin Celebrates 13th Birthday At Mississippi Aquarium
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Finn the Dolphin celebrates 13th birthday at Mississippi Aquarium

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-One dolphin at the Mississippi Aquarium is welcoming his teenage years as he celebrated his 13th birthday recently. Finn is an Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphin and is the second oldest of the group. Staff at the Aquarium say despite that, he established himself as the leader of the pod. They say Finn brings energy, curiosity, and plenty of playful…