GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Gulfport leaders marked the reopening of a historic downtown building. The Joseph T. Jones Building recently received a number of upgrades, including new stairs, floors, and a reconfigured drive-thru area. It’s a familiar building for many Gulfport residents as the hub for the city’s finance and utility departments. Mayor Billy Hewes says this project is a testament…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- A South Mississippi-centric mobile app has officially launched with the goal of helping people discover more of our region’s natural beauty. ‘Let’s Go! Explore Gulf Coast’ is an app that maps out public spaces with easy-to-use search filters, allowing locals and visitors to learn more about the outdoor recreational opportunities our Coast has to offer. This includes…
Day three of Mississippi’s Hurricane Preparedness Week is here. The topic for today is understanding the forecast information. MEMA officials urge you to rely on forecasts from the National Hurricane Center and local weather services like our WXXV Weather Authority team. Know the difference between a watch and warning as well. You should also know deadly hazards occur outside the…
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Today marks a somber anniversary in the City of Long Beach. It was on this day 27 years ago that two Long Beach police officers were tragically killed in the line of duty. On May 6, 1998, Detective James Northcutt and Sgt. Steve Morgan responded to a domestic disturbance in the city. They were killed by…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison County Sheriff’s deputies released new details on a late March robbery in which one victim was attacked with a machete. Two arrests have been made in this case. Daniel Brown and Octavia Winters face a litany of charges now, including robbery, use of a deadly weapon, and aggravated assault. Investigators say the robbery took place…
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JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gautier man will spend two decades behind bars on sex crimes charges involving a minor. Twenty-three-year-old Josemany Francois will serve 20 years in MDOC custody without the possibility of parole after pleading guilty to sexual battery and touching of a child for lustful purposes in a Pascagoula courtroom. This case dates back to February 2021…
Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch announced the completion of a human trafficking operation. Attorney General Fitch said her office is committed to eliminating human trafficking and is focused on helping these victims in their road to recovery. Operation 806, which was conducted in Southaven, led to one arrest and the recovery of five human trafficking victims. Two search warrants were…
East Central softball’s remarkable season will continue, as the Lady Hornets punched their ticket to the South State Championship with a 4-1 win over North Pike on Monday afternoon. The Lady Hornets scored three runs in the first inning to take an early lead. Abby Danis drove in a pair of runs on a double, and Elizabeth Kennedy added a…
George County hosting West Jones for the the third and deciding game for the second round of playoffs. Sometimes you have to do some unusual things to keep your season alive like starting your closer on the mound, but for the Rebels it was completely worth it! Sidearm righty Canyon Reeves goes to work on the mound for five innings…
Last Friday and Saturday, schools competed in the South Mississippi High School Bass Nation State Championship! It was a good day on the water to wear black and yellow as the D’Iberville bass fishing team takes home back-to-back State Championship titles! Warriors Cooper Rouse and Ryker Reed are your State Champions, weighing 10/10 fish at 15 pounds and 94 ounces….
On Saturday, Classes 7A-5A high school track and field athletes hit the road to Pearl for their State Championship meet. Not only did they represent their schools well, but they dominated on the podium, taking home over 15 individual state titles. Class 7A Individual Titles: Addison Rainey – 1600m and 3200m – Ocean Springs Carmela Coulter – High Jump…
KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. (WXXV)- Keesler Air Force Base is conducting a readiness exercise this week. On Wednesday, May 7, the 81st Training Wing will conduct their base-wide exercise training. Visitors to the base and those who work on base can expect simulated gunfire, an increased presence of first responders, and traffic diversions. Gate delays and disruptions to on-base…
Heavy rain threat Tuesday evening through Thursday across all of south Mississippi. Monday was beautiful with slightly below seasonal average. Now the main threat Tuesday will be heavy rain, but a few storms could also become strong to severe Tuesday afternoon and evening across south Mississippi. If any storms do become severe, they would be capable of producing damaging wind…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County School District is hosting a meet and greet for their new superintendent. Those wanting to attend need to head to the Pearl River County Middle School’s library at 5 p.m. on Thursday, May 8. Jeremy Weir is expected to be approved during a board meeting earlier on Thursday before the event…
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)- Through these doors walks the greatest people on earth. That’s what the late founder Lynn Parkhill would say about his restaurant Taco Sombrero, who is celebrating 45 years on the coast. “Today is 45 years, not just Cinco De Mayo but happy 45 years for Taco Sombrero. We’ve been in the community serving many people. Without our…
D’Iberville, Miss. (WXXV)- The D’Iberville Police Department is hosting a chance for the public to meet the newest chief of police. Chief Marty Griffin was announced as the new police chief in February. Before this appointment, he served as the deputy chief and the interim police chief. The meet and greet will be held Tuesday, May 6 at the What-a-Burger…
The Mississippi Department of Transportation shared information for residents evacuating during hurricane season. First, MDOT says to establish an evacuation plan and route including having a meeting location with family in case you are separated. MDOT is also advising all residents to shut off utilities and propane tanks, unplug appliances, and electronics ahead of leaving your home. Tune into…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- May 5th marks the second day of Hurricane Preparedness Week in the Magnolia State. Day two focuses on preparations ahead of hurricane season. The state’s emergency management agency says everyone needs to develop an evacuation plan. Supplies, such as food, water, batteries, physical cash, and an emergency radio should be found as soon as possible. It is…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – The Humane Society of South Mississippi opened its new and improved Brandon Box Community Pet Clinic. This newly renovated space offers low-cost, high-quality spay/neuter and wellness services. The clinic is named in remembrance of Brandon Box of Gulfport. His Mother, Babs Box, attended the opening and was pleased with the community turnout The Brandon Box Community…
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PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Pascagoula is hosting their Free Flowin’ Fest this Saturday. Susannah Northop joins us ahead of the fun with details. The fun takes place May 10 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Beach Park in Pascagoula. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Free Flowin’ Fest
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The second annual Biloxi Skate Fest is happening this Friday and Saturday in Biloxi. Andrew Buras and Chris Carraba from the Gulf Coast Skateparks Association joins us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Biloxi Skate Fest, Gulf Coast Skateparks Association