Pet of the Week: Waylon is looking for a forever home
We are joined by Maridee Mallette from the Jackson County Animal Shelter. This week’s Pet of the Week is Waylon. Categories: Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
Harrison County Fire Rescue working large brush fire
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We have an update on the brush fire crews are still battling in Harrison County. The fire is located on Cemetery Road in northwest Harrison County. Crews have been out fighting this fire since Sunday night. At noon on Monday, officials say the fire is about 50 percent contained. No homes are endangered at the moment…
Shed fire reported in Helena area in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Fire Protection team responded to a shed fire Monday on Eckhoff Road in the Helena area. No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation. The call happened around 4:20 Monday afternoon. Categories: Local News, News
Harrison County man arrested on sex crimes involving a child
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Harrison County man is behind bars on sex crime charges involving a child. Thirty-six-year-old Kurtis Emmert of Saucier is charged with touching a child for lustful purposes. Sheriff’s officials say Emmert went to the Harrison County Jail Sunday and told deputies he impregnated a 12-year-old. This is still an active investigation that may result in…
Jackson County Sheriff’s Dept. providing additional police protection for Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department will provide additional police protection for the city of Moss Point. This follows a wave of officer resignations with the city’s police department, according to our media partner the Sun Herald. Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight said on Monday night at a special called meeting with the board of alderman that…
St. Patrick volleyball picks up 3-1 win over East Central on Senior Night
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — St. Patrick volleyball sent its seniors out in style with a 3-1 victory over East Central on Monday. Both the Lady Irish and the Lady Hornets are looking to close out the regular season on the right foot and have a postseason to remember. WXXV News 25’s Elizabeth Keen has more from the match. Categories: Local…
Saints Report: New Orleans puts up fight against Buffalo, but drops Week 4 matchup 31-19
The New Orleans Saints remained on the road for Week 4 as they traveled to Buffalo to face Josh Allen and the Bills, and although they showed some life, the team ultimately dropped the game 31-19. The Saints played competitively in the first half, tying the Bills in the first quarter with a Kendre Miller rushing touchdown. The Bills scored…
Two Coast students named U.S. Presidential Scholars
Two South Mississippi high school students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars for 2025. Alexis Griffith of Long Beach High and Jackson Pearce of Gulfport High are two of the three Mississippi students who made this year’s list. They join a select group of nearly 9,000 students recognized by the U.S. government since 1964 for their high academic achievement. This…
9/29 – Clear Tonight, Clouds Increasing Tuesday
Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at your forecast
We’re starting the week on a warm and mostly dry note. Tonight will be clear with lows near 70. Clouds move in Tuesday with highs near 90—slightly warmer than average for this time of year. Tuesday night stays mild and mostly cloudy, followed by sunshine on Wednesday with highs near 89 and a brief chance for a few afternoon showers….
MGCCC massage therapy program receives scholarship
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College received a generous $2,600 scholarship Monday morning from the Sunray Companies in support of the college’s massage therapy program at the Perkinston Campus. The Sunray Enhancing Lives Scholarship provides $200 annually to all massage therapy students. Each year, the company collaborates with MGCCC to determine the annual scholarship amount. This scholarship will directly benefit students…
Two arrested in sex crimes case in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- George County Sheriff’s deputies made two arrests in a recent sex crimes case. Twenty-two-year-old Brody Parker is charged with secretly photographing for lewd purposes. Thirty-two-year-old Shannon Havens is charged with accessory after the fact. The arrests come after a concerned citizen submitted an anonymous tip regarding inappropriate pictures taken of a minor child. Deputies were able…
Mississippi National Guard welcomed back home
The Mississippi National Guard has welcomed home troops from the nation’s capital last week. These guardsmen were welcomed at Thompson Air Field on September 25 with 70 guardsmen departing to replace the returning group. This comes as Governor Tate Reeves approved an extension of the D.C. mission to November 30, reconstructing the forces based on mission needs. Mississippi originally deployed…
Sacred Heart Catholic Church hosting pickleball tournament
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Sacred Heart Catholic Church in D’Iberville is hosting a pickleball tournament. The tournament is set for November, but you can start signing up now. The ‘Swinging for the Stars’ Pickleball Tournament benefits Sacred Heart Catholic Elementary. It takes place November 15-16 at the Picklr in Biloxi. Whitney Ott joins us with the details. Categories: Local News
Volunteers needed to build Lego tree ahead of the holidays
Looking for something fun to do ahead of the Christmas season? Traintastic in Gulfport is looking for volunteers to help build a Lego tree. Tabitha Barnes gives us the details for anyone interested. Build days are: October 4 October 18 November 1 November 15 Email tbarnes@traintastic.com for more information. Categories: Local News Tags: Traintastic
Mississippi Forestry Commission offers wildfire safety tips
Kevin Craft with the Mississippi Forestry Commission joins us to discuss wildfire safety. Categories: Local News
Morning Business Report: September 29, 2025
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Truckin the South coming to the Gulf Coast in 2026
Joining us in studio is Susan Barber to tell us about her organization and more about a new event coming up next year on Easter weekend. Truckin the Coast takes place April 3 and 4, 2026 at Jones Park. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Truckin the Coast
George County High School hosts inaugural Hall of Fame induction ceremony
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WXXV) — Saturday night brought memories of every big play, every championship and every next-level athlete to George County High School, as the athletic department established its Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame has been long overdue for a school that has produced as many standout athletes as George County has. 2025 inductees include the 1955 Agricola…
City of Pascagoula recognizes leaders for revitalizing downtown area
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula recognized Governor Tate Reeves for his visionary leadership and support. This was in collaboration with the city’s redevelopment authority, Governor Reeve’s helping to revitalize the downtown district. The recognition also highlights the Coast delegation, local developers as well as industry and community partners. The City of Pascagoula shares that the nearly 90 percent…
Missing Hinds County girl found dead in Alabama
Janae McGill, reported missing on September 21, has been found dead. Janae’s body was found close to where her mother, Shardee, was discovered. The cause of death is unknown at this time, pending an autopsy. This is an ongoing investigation between local, state, and federal partners in Mississippi and Alabama. Categories: Featured, Local News
Wiggins Police Department swears in new police chief
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Police Department officially has new leadership. Deputy Police Chief Tim Hill took the oath to become the department’s next role Friday night. New Deputy Chief Mike McClantoc assumed his new role as well. Hill success retiring chief Jeff Thomas, who took the helm of the department in 2020. Categories: Local News Tags: Chief Tim Hill,…
Local kids audition for Broadway musical ‘A Christmas Story’ at Beau Rivage
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — An iconic Broadway show is coming to the Beau Rivage stage for Christmas this year. Dozens of kids are taking their shot, auditioning for “A Christmas Story.” The iconic 1980’s “A Christmas Story” will soon come to the coast in musical form, and kids from across the region are auditioning for a spot on the Beau…
Wild Wonders – Birthday Parties
Ryan meets up with Jillian Rodriguez at the Mississippi Aquarium to find out about the wild birthday parties available for all ages. Categories: Wild Wonders Tags: birthday parties, jillian rodriguez, Mississippi Aquarium, MS Aquarium, Ryan Mahan, wild wonders
Sheriff’s deputy shot in Stone County
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Stone County sheriff’s deputy is recovering after being shot while trying to serve a warrant Sunday morning. The shooting happened at a home on Taylor Road in Wiggins. While trying to serve the warrant, the suspect started firing at deputies, hitting one in the shoulder. The suspect was also shot in the leg as deputies…