With primary municipal elections across the Coast quickly approaching, residents in Biloxi had the chance to meet their candidates ahead of casting their vote. It was a packed house at the Frank Gruich Senior Center as the NAACP hosted its political forum Tuesday night. City council candidates gave their introductions and best pitches on their vision for the future of…
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Marcia Albert and Sassy Miller with Downstage Productions Theatre join us in studio this morning. They are here to tell us about an upcoming production of ‘Somebody Famous.’ ‘Somebody Famous’ runs March 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 29th at 7 p.m. and March 23rd and 30th at 2 p.m. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Downstage Productions Theatre,…
MOBILE, Ala. (WXXV) – ”She was red on the bottom, black on the top and then white…she was beautiful, absolutely beautiful,” says Weed. For the final time in its illustrious history, the SS United States docked in Mobile on March 2nd to begin the salvage process. She left Philadelphia on February 19th in a much-documented final voyage. 70 years ago…
Ocean Springs, Miss. (WXXV) The Ocean Springs School District’s $52 million Bond Referendum, has passed. This Bond Referendum aims to restructure elementary schools K-4, building a new state of the art middle school and renovating the current middle school campus to a fifth and sixth grade school. WXXV’s Lucas Warren spoke to OSSD Superintendent, Mike Lindsey, after the proposal passed…
Warm spring like weather going into Wednesday with the chances of a pop up drizzle in the night and mild highs to close out the work week. A gorgeous Tuesday is leading into mild overnight temperatures going down in the low 60s and upper 50s. Wednesday will be a warmer day for all and partly cloudy skies. Afternoon temperatures rise…
POPLARVILLE, MS (WXXV) – Postseason basketball award were announced on Tuesday for junior college programs in the area and one Pearl River Central standout was rewarded for his play on the court throughout the year. Joah Chappelle had himself a freshman year for the Wildcats in the 2024-2025 season. The forward averaged just north of 16 points per game and…
St. Patrick defeated the Rock-A-Chaws of St. Stanislaus 4-3 to open up district play in the win column. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: High School Baseball, St. Patrick Fighting Irish, st. stanislaus rock-a-chaws
The Biloxi Indians baseball team welcomed the Ocean Spring Greyhounds to town for the first game of 7A district play. The Greyhounds scored 18 runs to defeat the Indians 18-3. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi Indians, High School Baseball, Ocean Springs Greyhounds
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-One Gulfport teen is representing Mississippi at the Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s Youth Council. Crosby Parker is a junior at Gulfport High School. The program teaches leadership skills, inspires thinking, and encourages community service. This program also introduces students to elected officials in the area. Parker will represent Mississippi on the Youth Leadership Council from June 1st, 2025…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office celebrated a retirement on Monday. K9 Zico is officially retired and ready to enjoy his time off. The K9 has assisted in seizures of money, narcotics, as well as capturing suspects. Zico isn’t just a hard-working pup, the sheriff’s office said behind the scenes he is one of the sweetest K9s on…
The Alpha Omega Robotics team from Our Lady Academy recently competed at the FRC Magnolia Regional Competition! The girls robotic team started the day in last place and ended up winning second place! Their robot also won the creativity award. Next stop for the Alpha Omega Robotics is Bayou Regionals in Kenner, Louisiana in April. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)-The next steps in the Moss Point School District’s search for a superintendent are in the works. Current Superintendent Dr. Oswago Harper announced his retirement in November 2024, the retirement takes effect July 1st, 2025. The deadline for applications was January 24th, a total of 21 applicants are vying for the position. All required background and legal…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) – North Woolmarket Elementary and Middle School recently received a new book vending machine, funded through Scholastic Book Fair rewards. Students are thrilled to have a fun and engaging way to access their favorite books. To receive a book, they must earn a special coin, which they can use to select from the machine. North Woolmarket hopes this…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-Big municipal elections are coming up with the primary set for April 1st. A lot of people are watching the City of Ocean Springs. A candidate forum this last Saturday allegedly got out of hand. According to people in attendance, it was nerve wracking for organizers, candidates, and citizens. Journalist E. Brian Rose speaks with WXXV News…
Susie Davis joins us in studio 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. For more information on Living Local with Susie Davis, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Living Local with Susie…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Time now for our Pet of the Week with the Jackson County Animal Shelter! Joining us is Maridee Mallette and our pet of the week, Tetris. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
WALTHALL COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Crews continue to survey damage from Saturday’s deadly storms in parts of Mississippi, as people from across the state begin to lend a helping hand. Governor Tate Reeves revealed Tuesday that another death has been reported in Walthall County, bringing the statewide death total to seven. The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency now has a page on its…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- The MGCCC Jackson County campus is hosting Family Fiesta night! This event shines a spotlight on Hispanic culture and is hosted by the Jackson County Hispanic American Club. This event features dance lessons, food vendors, a movie showing, and much more fun. Everyone is invited to attend. It’s happening at the MGCCC Jackson County Campus from 5…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier High School is hosting the College and Career Tailgate today. This event allows you to meet with over 50 companies including colleges and military personnel. There will also be giveaways, food, and much more fun. It’s all happening at the Gautier High School gymnasium from 3 to 4:30 p.m. Categories: Local News, News Tags: College and…
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-The Legacy Park Project in Jackson County is underway, promising valuable medical resources for the community. Construction has begun on the mixed-use medical project that will turn this lot off of Highway 57 into a one-stop shop medical park for Jackson County residents. The grounds will include an endoscopy center, a cardiac surgery center, a vascular center,…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)-The City of Gautier is currently taking bids on the proposed Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with city officials to bring you the details on this major project aimed to celebrate Mississippi’s rich musical history. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Mississippi Songwriters Performing Arts Center
Danielle Guillory with Senior Medicare Patrol is in studio to tell us about the upcoming Spring Fling Senior Fair. The Spring Fling Senior Fair takes place Thursday, March 20th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jackson County Civic Center in Pascagoula. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Spring Fling Senior Fair
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report