Salvation Army celebrates National Donut Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Major Jerry Friday is here to tell us all about the Salvation Army’s National Donut Day. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: National Donut Day, Salvation army
6/5 – Sam Parker’s “Last” Thursday Night Forecast
Its been a pleasure south Mississippi but yes this is my last forecast for WXXV. Continuing to be and feel hot and humid across the area as we go into the weekend. Small chances for isolated pop ups for Friday and Saturday. Each day will get hotter with highs in the upper 80s and low 90s. Increased rain chances as…
Out-of-state police officer accused of kidnapping in Harrison County arrested at Disney
Orange County, Fla. (WXXV)- We are learning more about that Prichard officer arrested for kidnapping charges in Harrison County. David Cunningham had an appearance in court. Harrison County issued an arrested warrant after Cunningham allegedly arrested a 21-year-old at a house party and drove off with them. Cunningham had no enforcement power to make an arrest as he was not…
Southern Rail Commission officials give update on Amtrak Service
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re learning more about when we may finally be getting restored Amtrak service to South Mississippi. Southern Rail Commission Chairman Knox Ross spoke at today’s Gulfport Rotary meeting. Ross touched on ways people can prepared ahead of the start of the new Mardi Gras service between Mobile and New Orleans. One of those ways is by downloading…
Turtle released scheduled for Friday
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- There’s another turtle release scheduled for Friday afternoon. The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies will be releasing three more rehabilitated sea turtles into the Mississippi Sound. The place to be is on Biloxi Beach across from the Edgewater Mall. Make plans to head out at 3:30. If you can’t make the event, it will be livestreamed on…
‘Grease: the Musical” coming to Beau Rivage
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The acclaimed musical ‘Grease’ is hitting the stage at Beau Rivage Theatre soon and rehearsals are underway. “Grease: the Musical” is a four-time Tony Award nominated production based on the iconic film. This limited summer entertainment will take the stage from June 12 to June 29. The show will run 18 times and features performances on Thursday…
“Care Bear” Jeep bringing smiles to South Mississippi
Hundreds of thousands of vehicles move through South Mississippi each day, an endless flow of tan sedans, white pick-up trucks and black SUV’s. But when this car goes anywhere, it catches everyone’s attention. “The second I pull up anywhere, I get smiles… I mean on everybody’s faces. Anybody from a child, all the way to a grandpa.” Meet Dawn Flaherty…
Bikin’ the Coast kicks off in Biloxi
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – A new festival has arrived on the Coast. Bikin’ The Beach has officially kicked off, giving locals and visitors a fun-filled and action-packed weekend! Over 30 music acts will be taking the stage at the Hurricane Harley-Davidson Stage, where rock fans can enjoy live performances all weekend long. Champions Gate is a band based here on…
Morning Business Report: June 5, 2025
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Poster unveiled for Blessing of the Fleet
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- We are now nearly a month way from the 96th annual Blessing of the Fleet and Shrimp Festival. Wednesday in Biloxi, this year’s poster was revealed to commemorate one of the Coast’s most beloved traditions. The poster was revealed at St. Michael’s Catholic Church. The poster was presented alongside this year’s Shrimp King as well as contestants…
2nd Annual Ink in the Alley taking place this weekend
Hattiesburg, Miss. (WXXV)- Tattoo enthusiasts and lovers of art are invited to the Second Annual Ink in the Alley in Hattiesburg. The fun running from 5 to 9 PM on June 7th. Two featured artists will be there to do live tattooing on the Saenger Theatre’s stage. Flash tattoos will also be offered. At 7:30, a tattoo contest will also…
Anglers arrive as registration opens for 29th Annual Gulf Coast Billfish Classic
BILOXI, MISS (WXXV) – The Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic is back — and it’s bigger than ever. With nearly $2 million in prize money on the line, the 29th annual tournament kicked off with registration day at the bustling marina in Biloxi, drawing competitors and spectators from across the country. A total of 90 teams are set to hit…
Businesses impacted by opening of Buc-ee’s Harrison County location
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi’s first Buc-ee’s location is opening next week in Harrison County. Ahead of the much-anticipated date, WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren has more on the major impact it will have on businesses in the area. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Buc-ee’s, business, harrison county
Gulfport Mayor-Elect Hugh Keating in studio
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport Mayor-Elect Hugh Keating joins us in studio to talk about the June 3 municipal election. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, Hugh Keating
WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. stops by ‘Grease: The Musical” rehearsals at the Beau Rivage
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The acclaimed musical ‘Grease’ is hitting the stage at the Beau Rivage Theatre soon and rehearsals are under way. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. is at the Beau Rivage with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: beau rivage, Grease the Musical
6/4 – Sam Parker’s “Feeling Hotter and Hotter” Wednesday Night Forecast
Each day we will see warmer temperatures and pop up showers until the weekend. Tonight we will be partly cloudy and muggy with lows only dipping into the low to mid 70s. Thursday another seasonably warm day with highs climbing back into the upper 80s and lower 90s. Scattered showers and thunderstorm pop ups in the late morning hours and…
Youth choir cleans up Deer Island
Deer Island saw a group come out for a cleanup. The Marietta First United Methodist Church Youth Choir out of Georgia hosting the event. Twenty-eight volunteers came out, picking up a total of 163 pounds of debris. Not only did they help keep the island clean, the efforts also contributed valuable data for the Mississippi Coastal Cleanup program. The program…
Statement from Gulfport Election Commission
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulfport Election Commission released a statement after Tuesday’s municipal elections. The commission said this election saw the highest turnout in years and they are aiming for accuracy and transparency. Affidavit and mail-in absentee ballots are being reviewed. The commission allows five days after the election for ballots to be received. The commission and the resolution board…
Taking a look at Gulf Coast election results
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV)- 2025 city elections are in the books. The most watched race was the Gulfport mayoral campaign. The race in Mississippi’s second largest city got national attention. In the end, Republican Hugh Keating defeated Democrat Sonya Williams Barnes. Magnolia Tribute Managing Editor Frank Corder is here to analyze that contest. Gulfport Mayor-Elect Hugh Keating stopped by WXXV for…
Kroc Center offering specialty youth camps all summer
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Salvation Army Kroc Center in Biloxi will be offering a variety of specialty camps all summer long. Designed to engage children and teens in a multitude of activities throughout the summer, these specialty camps focus on specific activities like athletic sports, swimming, creative arts, music, and educational STEAM for one week and two to three hours…
Morning Business Report: June 4, 2025
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Morning Business Report: June 3, 2025
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Singing River Health System to offer free breast and cervical cancer screenings
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) – Early detection is crucial in the fight against cancer. Starting June 4, 2025, Singing River Cancer Center will offer free mammograms and pap smears for eligible women through the Mississippi Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (BCCP). This initiative aims to remove financial barriers and expand access to life-saving cancer screenings, which help more women detect breast…
Susie Davis discusses ‘Living Local’
Susie Davis is here to talk about this week’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. Susie takes you inside our unique local businesses to find out what sets them apart and let you know how to…