03/27 Ryan's "clouds Move In" Thursday Afternoon Forecast
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03/27 Ryan’s “Clouds Move In” Thursday Afternoon Forecast

Clouds started creeping in yesterday, but now they're moving in quickly with no chance of leaving anytime soon.
Ryan Mahan,

Thin, upper level could cover started to inch in yesterday, but thickened overnight as more and more move in with no intention of leaving anytime soon. In fact, it’ll nearly be over a full week before we see a significant portion of a day without at least partly cloudy (50% clouds) skies as a grey, warmer, and more humid pattern…

Moss Point Candidates Speak At Forum
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Moss Point candidates speak at forum

WXXV,

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce hosted the Moss Point Candidate Forum at Pelican Landing on Wednesday. The forum focused on the four alderman races that will appear on the Democratic primary ballot next Tuesday. Candidates were given the opportunity to answer questions on vital issues affecting their community and voters. Speaking at the forum were the…

New Details On D’iberville City Council Vacancy
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New details on D’Iberville City Council vacancy

WXXV Staff,

D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- New details in the resignation of D’Iberville Ward 1 Councilman Randall Pelous. D’Iberville City Manager Bobby Weaver tells us the city council plans to meet later this week to appoint an interim council member to serve for the rest of his term, which ends in July. As we first told you Tuesday, Pelous resigned upon his retirement…

University Of South Alabama Holds 14th Annual Gulf Coast Trauma Symposium
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University of South Alabama holds 14th annual Gulf Coast Trauma Symposium

Spencer Pullen,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – The University of South Alabama health team kicked off the 14th annual Gulf Coast trauma symposium bringing together medical professionals from across the region. Over 300 first responders, doctors, and nurses from 8 different states, are gathering at the Golden Nugget for the annual Gulf Coast Trauma Symposium, providing two days of opportunity for sharing knowledge…

Hamilton Karis
Crime, Featured, Local News, News

New details in Jackson County murder, kidnapping

WXXV Staff,

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- New details in the case of a Jackson County man arrested for murder early Thursday morning in what investigators say was a domestic fight turned violent. Twenty-four-year-old Karis Hamilton is accused of shooting and killing 20-year-old Devin McDaniel at a home on Santa Fe Avenue in the St. Martin community. A second person, 34-year-old Rosland McDaniel,…

High School Football All Star Coaches Announced
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South Mississippi high school football coaches named to coaching staff of 2025 all-star games

WXXV,

We may be in the heart of the NCAA Tournament, and it may not be football season, but everyone knows that around here high school football means everything. On Tuesday the coaching staffs for both the Mississippi vs. Alabama and Bernard Blackwell All-Star games were announced and the coast is well represented on both. Gulfport head coach Blake Pennock, Pearl River…

Mississippi Aquarium Releasing Eight Turtles
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Mississippi Aquarium releasing eight turtles

WXXV Staff,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Turtle season continues on the Gulf Coast and the Mississippi Aquarium is hosting a turtle release on Thursday. Eight Kemp’s Ridley sea turtles will be released off Biloxi Beach at 4 p.m. across the street from Edgewater Mall. All the turtles are named after Taylor Swift songs. These turtles came to the aquarium in December through a…

Marking Nesting Habitats On The Coast
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Marking nesting habitats on the Coast

WXXV Staff,

SOUTH MISSISSIPPI, (WXXV)- The Department of Marine Resources is marking nesting habitats on coastal preserve island properties. The areas are home to three important breeding species each spring and summer. Those breeds are the American Oystercatcher, Snowy Plover, and the Least Tern. Officials saying if you come across a nesting area to leave it alone during this critical time. Categories:…

Prom Safety Tips For Students And Parents
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Prom safety tips for students and parents

Jordyn Lassiter,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – It’s that time of year—prom season is here! Many students are embracing their school spirit and preparing to celebrate the end of their high school journey with their best friends. However, that fun can quickly take a wrong turn. Biloxi High School urges students to have a safety plan in place for their prom group if…

Exhibit Honoring ‘alice In Wonderland’ At Gail Keenan Art Center In Pass Christian
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Exhibit honoring ‘Alice in Wonderland’ at Gail Keenan Art Center in Pass Christian

Dave Elliott,

PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)-On the campus of Coast Episcopal School in Pass Christian is a unique building called the Gail Keenan Art Center. Inside the center is a new exhibit titled ‘Paper Fools in Wonderland’ paying tribute to the 160th anniversary of Lewis Carroll’s ‘Alice in Wonderland.’ WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott stopped by and spoke to Exhibit Curator Ann…

Changes Coming To Mega Millions Price
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Change coming to Mega Millions price

WXXV Staff,

WXXV- Big changes are on the way for the Mega Millions lottery. The cost of a single ticket will jump up from $2 to $5 each. While that may not be welcome news to players, officials say that with the increase, jackpot sizes will go way up. Jackpots will now start at $50 million instead of the current $20 million….

Gulfport Harbor Farmers Market Makes It Return For The Season
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Gulfport Harbor Farmers Market makes it return for the season

Everett Ganier Jr.,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Harbor Farmers Market is back open for the spring season. The market operates seasonally from March through October, offering visitors a variety of locally produced items, including USDA certified organic and naturally grown produce, dairy products, meats, and more. This weekly event also provides an opportunity for community members to connect with local farmers, artists, and…

Moss Point Alderman Candidates Speak At Forum
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Moss Point alderman candidates speak at forum

WXXV,

MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce is hosting a forum for Moss Point alderman candidates. This event will allow candidates to answer questions on vital issues affecting the community. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is at Pelican Landing with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: candidate forum, Jackson County Chamber of Commerce, moss point

Susie Davis Previews This Week’s Living Local Episode
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Susie Davis previews this week’s Living Local episode

WXXV Staff,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Host Susie Davis is in studio to talk about tomorrow’s episode of Living Local! Living Local is a new half-hour show airing Thursdays at 12:30pm WXXV NBC 25 showcasing local shops, restaurants and hot spots along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. Click here for more information. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Living Local, Living Local with Susie Davis

Hii Launches Uss Jeremaiah Denton Ddg 129
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HII launches USS Jeremaiah Denton DDG 129

WXXV Staff,

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Ingalls Shipbuilding has launched future Guided Missile Destroyer USS Jeremiah Denton. The launch happened earlier this week and became the third  Arleigh Burke Class Flight Three Destroyer to be built at the shipyard. The Arleigh Burke Class Flight Three Destroyer features an air and missile defense radar, along with the EE-JIS baseline 10 Combat System. The vessel is…

Bollinger Mississippi Shipbuilding Receives Coast Guard Contract
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Bollinger Mississippi Shipyard receives Coast Guard contract

WXXV Staff,

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)-Bollinger Mississippi Shipbuilding in Pascagoula received a multi-million-dollar national security contract this week. The investment is expected to strengthen national security presence in the Arctic and reinforce Mississippi’s role in shipbuilding. Officials say the Coast Guard requires a new fleet to protect interests in the Arctic. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Bollinger Mississippi Shipyard, Coast Guard

Mdot Warns Of Toll Scam
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MDOT warns of toll scam

WXXV Staff,

MISSISSIPPI, (WXXV)-The Mississippi Department of Transportation is warning residents of a new text scam. A text is being sent out telling residents they having an outstanding toll fee. Mississippi has no toll roads and the department does not collect for other states. Another way to tell if it is a scam, MDOT does not refer to themselves as ‘MS-DOT.’ Categories:…

Naval Seabees Return Home
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Naval Seabees return from deployment

WXXV,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- After six months of deployment, Gulfport’s Naval Construction Battalion Center welcomed home one of its largest deployment of Seabees. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was there to welcome home these brave men and women. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: naval construction battalion center, Seabees