Beaver signage installed at Buc-ee’s in Harrison County

Another big milestone happening this week when it comes to the work being done at the new Buc-ee’s at Menge Avenue in Harrison County. The iconic beaver signage has gone up around the building and at various spots on the property. Major progress has been made at the site since the start of the new year with pumps already installed…

Old Dominion performing at the Sound Amphitheatre

The Sound Amphitheater announced another act coming this summer. Old Dominion will grace the stage in Gautier on June 12th. The ‘How Good is that World’ Tour also brings Ernest and special guest Redferrin. Tickets go on sale next Friday, February 28th. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Old Dominion, the sound amphitheater

Buddy Sports looking for volunteers

Buddy Ball season is quickly approaching. Buddy Ball is a part of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Buddy Sports providing sports opportunities for those with special needs. Buddy Sports is asking for volunteers ages 12 years or older to help support athletes this upcoming season. You can sign up to volunteer by visiting msgulfcoastbuddysports.org. Buddy Ball Baseball is played during March,…

Krewe of Barkloxi rolls through Biloxi

A special parade is happening this Sunday! The Krewe of Barkloxi is hosting a pawrade in Biloxi on Sunday. Jean McGrury with the Biloxi Bay Area Chamber of Commerce and Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Krewe of Barkloxi

‘River City Voice’ film screening at Pascagoula River Audubon Center

This afternoon at the Pascagoula River Audubon Center is a film screening of River City Voices. This film is created by students through the Walter Anderson Museum of Art’s Wide Horizons program. That program focuses on art, science, and action for 8th grade students. This film features Moss Point students spending time in the local environment and telling their stories…

02/19 Ryan’s “Wet Start” Wednesday Morning Forecast

We got off to a wet start today, but the rain has already dried and colder air is rushing in!

There were still a few showers and sprinkles left after our wet start, but now the rain is finished and drier air is moving in! Not just drier, but colder as well! In fact, I feel like COLDER should be capitalized based on how low temperatures fall for the next couple of mornings. Thursday in particular will be brutally cold,…

02/19 Iris’ “Weather Kid” Wednesday Morning Forecast

Meet this week's Weather Kid, Iris!

This week’s WXXV Weather Kid on Weather Kid Wednesday was Iris! Iris lives in Gautier, and has been interested in weather for years! She already knows about remaining “weather aware” during storms, often watches the radar/weather on TV, and had her own “Future Meteorologist” shirt! I wouldn’t doubt that future at all based on her first TV forecast, and hope…

Friends of the Court holds volunteer training

Training is underway in Harrison County for the newest Friends of the Court volunteers. In coordination with Chancery judges across the county, these volunteers investigate and gather facts for guardianship and custody cases. From at risk children to vulnerable adults, these volunteers present evidence to the court to help judges make more sound decisions. The twelve-hour, three-day course prepares volunteers…

Southern Miss baseball pitches a shutout against No. 18 Mississippi State

The Southern Miss Golden Eagles welcomed No. 18 Mississippi State and the Bulldogs to Hattiesburg on Tuesday for their first matchup at Pete Taylor Park since 2018. The Golden Eagles, led by starting pitcher and junior Colby Allen, shutout MSU and defeated the Bulldogs 3-0. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: college baseball, Mississippi State Bulldogs, Pete Taylor Park,…

Pascagoula-Gautier School District students compete in MRE cooking competition

Students from the Pascagoula-Gautier School District brought home a big win from a state competition! First-year culinary students from the college and career technical institute took part in the Mississippi National Guard’s State MRE Cook Off. The students placed fourth overall, but did win the ‘Best Dessert’ Award. In total, the chefs were tasked with making an appetizer, entrée, and…

City of Hattiesburg unveils 59th mural

The City of Hattiesburg has unveiled their 59th mural. This one is titled ‘United in Purpose’ and was unveiled on the side of Sacred Heart. Local Hattiesburg artist Kayla Worrell created the piece, the mural featuring the hand prints of over 600 students. Categories: Local News, News Tags: hattiesburg, mural

Women of Wisdom empowers local women with no cost professional clothes

Many women are seeking to enter the workforce, facing difficult times, or experiencing body changes. Women of Wisdom believes every woman deserves the perfect outfit and came up with their care closet program.  Women of Wisdom welcomes women of all backgrounds and circumstances to browse and shop for clothing. Their care closet service is available on the third Tuesday of…

Harrison County students compete in Skills USA District Competition

Harrison County Career Tech’s welding and carpentry students took part in Skills USA District Competition. Each participant placed in their division with carpentry coming in third place, welding placed in second, and welding fabrication bringing home first place. Students participating in technical math also walked away with first place. Those first and second place winners will compete at the state…

Considering early voting legislation in Mississippi

Mississippi is one of three states in the country that does not allow early voting. That could change this legislative session. The Senate passed a bill to bring early voting to Mississippi. Jackson County Senator Jeremy England spearheaded the effort and he talked to WXXV about what his bill would do. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: early voting, legislation

Ocean Springs School District Superintendent talks upcoming bond issue

The future of the Ocean Springs School District was the topic of this morning’s Jackson County Area Council meeting. The discussion centered around the vision and future plans of the Ocean Springs School District. School District Superintendent Mike Lindsey spoke at the meeting about the bond issue the district is currently undertaking for facility improvements. “So, this started about a…

Voters head to the polls for Gulfport Ward 5 Special Election

Gulfport’s Ward 5 Special Election is just under two hours away from wrapping up. The polls opened at 7 a.m. today and will stay open until 7 p.m. tonight. In the last city election, Ward 5 accounted for 350 votes, but new county lines have been drawn since then so more votes are expected. Poll workers said there was a…

Serabee performing at the Sanctuary in Biloxi

Musician Serabee joins us in studio today. Serabee is performing at the Sanctuary in Biloxi this Friday for a single release and Mardi Gras party. The event is from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. on February 21st. General Admission starts at $20. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Serabee

WOW Care Closet Transformation Tuesday

Transformation Tuesday, put on by WOW Care Closet, is happening today in Gulfport at the Knight Nonprofit Center. This event benefits women in the workforce by giving them the opportunity to take home donated business attire at no cost. The event begins at 1:30 p.m. and ends at 6:30. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Transformation Tuesday, women of wisdom, WOW…