Amazing Women of South Mississippi: Spotlighting Julie Olivari

WXXV News 25 continues its new segment highlighting some phenomenal women in the area called ‘Amazing Women of South Mississippi.’ This week we are spotlighting Julie Olivari. Olivari is not a native Mississippian but has completely immersed herself in the culture and works to give back to the community she has made home. She started ‘Concerts on the Causeway’, which…

7/15 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Stand Up” Monday Morning Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

Similar to the last few days, conditions will remain hot with a ridge centered across the Gulf of Mexico and southwest Atlantic Ocean. At the surface, light southerly flow will continue to provide a source for low level moisture. Combined with the high low level moisture and hot temperatures, heat index values will once again climb into the dangerous range…generally…

Staff member for Representative Bennie Thompson dismissed following social media post

Representative Bennie Thompson has confirmed that case manager and field director Jacqueline Marsaw no longer works for his office. This comes after a controversial social media post was made on a Facebook account connected to Marsaw following the attempted assassination of former president Donald Trump. The post on Marsaw’s account read, “I don’t condone violence but please get you some…

Discussing the political aftermath of the Trump assassination attempt

Political Analyst Howie Morgan joined WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola for a live in-studio interview to talk about the political impacts of the assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, just days out from the Republican National Convention. Categories: Featured, National News, News Tags: Assassination attempt, Donald Trump, howie morgan, politics, republican

Mississippi officials react to attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump

Leaders in Mississippi react to the attempted assassination of Former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania. Our Congressional delegation and the governor have made statements on their social media platforms. Congressman Mike Ezell said, “Suzette and I are praying for President Trump. Thank you to the first responders and to Secret Service for their quick action.” Senator Roger…

Small businesses hopeful people will shop local this tax-free weekend

Families across Mississippi will be taking advantage of that 7% discount this weekend to prepare for the upcoming school year. as you make that shopping list, small businesses are hoping you’ll stop in.” Small businesses are often overlooked on tax-free weekend, but businesses like Posies and Puddles, a children’s clothing store in Pascagoula, feel that the additional tax-free day will…

Joppa Shriner’s Steak Dinner

We are joined in studio by Bobby Roberts and Steve Stovall with the Joppa Shriners to talk about tonight’s steak dinner. The steak dinner runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For $20 you get a ribeye, baked potato, salad, bread, and drink. Tonight’s special guest is Brandon Green. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Joppa Shriners, Steak Dinner

Hancock County Library System Book Sale

A huge book sale kicked off today in Bay St. Louis! The Hancock County Library System is hosting their book sale until this Sunday. The sale runs from 10 in the morning until 5 every day. Not only are books for sale, puzzles and much more are available too. All proceeds go towards the library’s foundation. Categories: Local News, News…

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE for the Picayune Chamber Golf Tournament

The Picayune Chamber Golf Tournament is taking place on this Friday. This type of tournament is designed to promote community engagement, provide networking, and raise funds for various community initiatives. Participants include local business leaders, community members and golf enthusiasts. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at Millbrook Golf & Country Club in Picayune previewing the tournament. Categories:…

Keesler Federal Credit Union ‘Bright Futures’ program

Anthony Abella with Keesler Federal Credit Union joins us in studio to talk about the Bright Futures program. The Bright Futures Program provides supplies to all Gulf Coast public school kindergartens. It is KFCU’s largest community giveback initiative. The total investment for the 2024/25 school year is approximately $550,000. For more information click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Bright Futures…

Gulfport Arts Center Artist of the Month

Joining us in studio is Caroline Crocker, one of the featured artists of the month at the Gulfport Arts Center. The ‘What a Wonderful World’ showcase runs Wednesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the month of July. A reception in honor of the showcase takes place July 13th from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Gulfport…

7/12 – Trey Tonnessen’s “Four Verticals” Friday Morning Forecast

Meteorologist Trey Tonnessen

A shallow trough is in place between highs extending from the Great Lakes to near the Missouri/Arkansas border. This pattern is relatively typical for summer with diurnally driven convection expected. With such little change in the synoptic pattern from yesterday to today, not much a reason think storms would develop in much different areas. Weather models show an upper level…

Moss Point hosts River City In and Out event

The City of Moss Point called for community input in an event hosted at Pelican Landing on Thursday evening. River City In and Out encouraged residents to provide suggestions on how the city could continue to build back following last year’s damaging EF-2 tornado. Those who attended the event shared ideas on how Moss Point could grow and improve in…

Southern Miss baseball team striving to keep tradition of excellence alive through kids summer camp

It’s never too early to make a positive impact on someone, especially when it’s a tradition of excellence. WXXV News 25’s Ansley Brent is at Pete Taylor Park to tell us how the Southern Miss baseball team is eager to pour into the next generation while learning from them in the process. “I’m here at Pete Taylor Park, home of…

Long Beach’s new Career and Technical Education center nearly finished

Long Beach School District’s Career and Technical Education Center is nearly ready to welcome its first year of students. Previously, the district was hosting its CTE courses at the high school, but this new building offers students more room to learn and get hands-on with their craft. CTE Director Patrick Bennett says the building will be a game changer in…

Catching up with Stennis Space Center’s new director

John Bailey has been the Director of NASA’s Stennis Space Center since late April, after serving as acting director of the facility since January. WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola sat down with Bailey Thursday for an exclusive interview to talk about current projects at Stennis, the facility’s role in the broader Artemis mission, and his vision for the future of…

Mississippi Tax Free Weekend Starts Tomorrow

Mississippi’s tax free weekend starting Friday. The money saving holiday runs until Sunday night. It applies to eligible items under the hundred dollar item limit. Items include clothing, school supplies and purchases made digitally during holiday. School uniforms such as those worn at Saint Stanislaus can also be purchased tax free, as long as the individual item is under a…

Long Beach agencies working together for student safety

To prevent the worst from happening inside a school, Long Beach police teams and the fire department conduct active shooter drills inside an elementary school. Inside WJ Quarles Elementary School, officers are doing everything they can to be prepared for an active shooter. It’s a collaborative effort between first responders and the local schools to keep students safe. At this…