Almost a perfect week of weather but a small chance of rain and cold front expected to move in Thursday. Nice and clear today with warm temperatures in the high 60s and low 70s. Tonight there is a chance we could see dense fog but recent model runs are showing more patchy areas. We do have the Advisories in place…
The Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce is hosting a king cake taste-testing contest through February 28th. Locals and visitors can stop by to vote for their favorite king cake. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Chamber Of Commerce, king cake, Ocean Springs, Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce
Infinity Science Center is hosting a free event for kids on the Coast this Saturday. A type of block party takes over the center. All are invited to come out from 9 to 4. Kids will learn about STEM using hands on demonstrations. Also on tap is arts and crafts plus recreational activities for all ages. A few special guests…
Lynn Meadows Discovery Center and the Gulfport School District are partnering to provide a food truck for campers this summer. Food will be prepared and offered for free to all campers. That food is prepared by the Child Nutrition Department out of the Gulfport School District. Categories: Local News, News Tags: gulfport school district, Lynn Meadows Discovery Center
Over in Pascagoula, they held a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of a Navy Exchange Micro Market. The market will provide 24/7 self-service access to food and beverages to those working at Ingalls Shipyard. This is all part of a recent investment made by the Navy called ‘Get Real Get Better’ which aims to improve moral and quality…
Driver Service Bureau offices statewide were shutdown for a while and are now open with limited service because of problems with the system. Department of Public Safety Commission Sean Tindell joins us with an update. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Department of Public Safety, driver service bureau
In honor of Black History Month here at WXXV we are spotlighting individuals who are making a difference in their community. To finish out the month of February, WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. stopped by the Gulfport Sportsplex to introduce a member of the Mississippi Move Foundation. Here’s a sneak peek at that interview. Mississippi Move Foundation Co-Founder and…
WXXV had a few visitors earlier this morning as students from Gautier Middle School came to the set! Ms. Warden brought an eighth-grade class during an intersession period. During that time, students are able to volunteer to attend school for hands-on experience they wouldn’t normally get. Our own Grant Chighizola, Ethan Krauss, and Chief Meteorologist Ryan Mahan were on hand…
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Tiffany Bell and Christen Duhe with the Gulf Coast Community Foundation are in studio today. They’re here to talk about 228 Day Open House and Ribbon Cutting. The 228 Day Open House and Ribbon Cutting takes place February 28th at 9 a.m. at the Knight Nonprofit Center. For more information on 228 Day, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…
As Pope Francis remains in critical condition, many of you may be wondering what the next steps would be for the Catholic Church if he were to pass. WXXV Spoke to Father Augustine of Bay St. Louis who detailed how the church would honor the Pontiff’s passing and how they would go about appointing the newest leader in the papacy….
Superior Optical out of Ocean Springs has supplied eyewear to Mississippians since 1990.After over twenty years of operation, their eyeglasses are now competing to be the best product in the state of Mississippi. Superior Optical President and CEO Derek Bodart said, “To have it voted on and be in the running for one of the best manufacturers in Mississippi is…
The Biloxi high school boys and girls basketball teams were unable to capture a win in the MHSAA playoff semifinal round. Their seasons come to an end in Jackson, MS. The Biloxi lady Indians finish the season 28-2 while the boys team finished the year 20-8. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: Biloxi High school, High School Boys Basketball,…
Above average temperatures for most of this week but a cold front comes Thursday with a chance of little rain. Today we saw an average day with some clouds, some sun and 68 as the high. Tonight it cools down around the low 50s upper 40s. Watching for the chance of patchy fog although it doesn’t look too likely. Tracking…
The Mississippi Sea Wolves offering a chance to meet the team on Wednesday. The puck drops for the event at Paul’s Pastry Shop in Picayune this Wednesday from 4 until 6. Players will be on hand for autographs, pictures, and to share pastries with guests. Categories: Local News, News Tags: meet and greet, Sea Wolves
Gulfport police hosting a few veterans from the Armed Forces Retirement Home today. The veterans toured the police facility and met with the SWAT Team. As a special treat, a motorcycle demo was demonstrated to the visitors. Police also saying the veterans shared their stories with members of the force. Categories: Local News, News Tags: armed forces retirement home, Gulfport…
A couple of talented students from West Wortham Middle School band joined an honor band this weekend. Nine students in total went to Pearl River Community College starting Friday, learning and performing a concert on Saturday. Now these students only had seven hours to learn that music, but they still performed for a full auditorium. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…
The Humane Society of South Mississippi offered a free vaccine clinic for Harrison County residents this morning. Pet owners and their four-legged friends stopped by the West Harrison Civic Center to receive DAPP or FVRCP shots at no cost. It’s a much-needed service in South Mississippi, especially to protect against incurable deadly disease such as distemper in dogs and feline…
Mississippi State Representative Carolyn Crawford has authored a bill that could help replace the outdated stations of Pass Christian Fire Department. This legislation has the opportunity to secure funding for a new facility, something the Pass Christian Fire Department says is desperately needed. In a statement from Chief Woodman, he says, “Our fire stations have been outgrown, limiting our ability…
Gulfport City Schools won big at the Underwater Robotics Competition in Mobile this weekend. The Quest Class took part in the Alabama Regional Seaperch Competition. The middle and high school teams competed in two pool courses, an obstacle course, and mission course. With that, each team used an underwater remote operated vehicle. This year’s mission course theme was environmental monitoring,…
After breaking ground on the Legacy Park project in Jackson County just four weeks ago, developers have scaled back the plans. What was originally supposed to be a multi-use development for retail shopping, restaurants, and healthcare will now only include a Memorial endoscopy facility. This is due to the Jackson County Board of Supervisors requesting Legacy Park developers to partner…
It’s a place for hope and healing and it is truly making a difference in our community. Hurricane Katrina may have wiped out Mercy Cross High School in 2005, but all these years later that property is now being used to help people transform their lives. In this week’s Meggan Monday, Meggan is sharing an update on the Mercy Cross…
We’re joined in studio by Katherine Sutton and Jackie Seavey to learn more about the upcoming Beer and Bacon Fest. The Beer and Bacon Fest takes place Saturday, March 1st at Richburg’s Hall, Sully’s in Gulfport. The fest features over 40 breweries and restaurants. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Gulf Coast Beer and Bacon Fest