Former George County high school football star McKinnley Jackson was back in Lucedale, MS on Monday as his Rebel Jersey was officially retired and he received a key to the city. Jackson was a standout student-athlete for the Rebels and graduated in 2020. After graduation, Jackson took his talents to Texas A&M where he was named to the SEC All-Freshman…
Mobile, AL is the place to be this week as senior college football players look to make a name for themselves, or even solidify their draft stock, ahead of the 2025 NFL Draft as scouts and coaches make their way to the south for the annual Reese’s Senior Bowl. Players reporter to Mobile on Sunday and the week was underway…
Gautier Mayor Casey Vaughan is seeking a second term in office in this year’s municipal elections, and he stopped by the WXXV studio to talk to Grant Chighizola about his priorities for this campaign cycle. Categories: Featured, Jackson County, Local News, News Tags: 2025 Municipal Elections, Casey Vaughan, City of Gautier, Gautier, Jackson County, Mayor Casey Vaughan
Super Bowl 59 is now less than two weeks away. So how are sports bars preparing and are businesses ready for an influx of fans? WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has the story. WXXV FOX is your Super Bowl station. The game kicks off at 5:30 on Sunday, February 9th from the Caeser’s Superdome in New Orleans. Categories: Featured,…
WXXV and Memorial Health System are hosting a free community job fair on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. That’s taking place at the Lyman Community Center. Participants can get one free complimentary digital head shot, have their resumes reviewed, and practice their interview skills with professional headhunters. More than 30 local businesses will be there actively seeking to…
Artist Post Malone sets a record, well sort of, and someone is losing control. Entertainment Reporter Brent Evans with your New Music Monday. Categories: Entertainment Tags: entertainment, new music monday
It’s no surprise that Gen Z is often referred to as the digital generation. but with technology at their fingertips, it can sometimes lead to distractions in the classroom. Pass Christian High School is taking steps to improve student performance by addressing this challenge by enforcing a “no cell phones” policy. Although this policy isn’t entirely new, it ensures that…
Super Bowl 59 is set as a rematch between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss spoke with South Mississippians to see how they feel about the upcoming championship match up. WXXV FOX is your Super Bowl station. The game kicks off at 5:30 on Sunday, February 9th from the Caesar’s Superdome in New…
On Saturday, Harrison Central High School hosted eight different schools for Hoop Fest! The fifth and final matchup consisted of two of the coast’s very best, the boys teams of Pascagoula and Gulfport. The Panthers never took their foot off the gas, defeating the Admirals with a final score of 76-53. Watch full highlights of the “Dunk Fest” in the…
Last week we were treated to a snow day in South Mississippi and we asked viewers to send in photos. This week’s Meggan Monday takes a look at those photos. Tags: meggan monday, snow days, snow pictures
On Saturday, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College’s baseball team began the 2025 season by hosting Florida Post-Grad at Ken “Curly” Farris Field! The Bulldogs wasted no time waking up the bats and the arms as they defeat the Marlins 19-2 and 12-0. Click the video above to watch highlights from Game One which includes Coast alums Kaden Irving, Jacob Palazzo,…
A minor set back calls for a major comeback, and McCarty English is determined to come back better and stronger! English, a right-handed pitcher at Southern Miss and Ocean Springs alum, saw the mound often as just a true freshman throwing 18.1 innings and striking out 18. Everything was going the Golden Eagles way until he noticed pain when throwing…
Track season is officially here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, but for some student athletes, the season never ended.Whether it’s on the track or in the gym, Ocean Springs’s Skylan Hunter never stops grinding and he won’t stop until he’s at the top. “To be the best you’ve got to be on it at all times. like professionals, they train…
The Grammys are coming up pretty quickly and Ground Zero Blues Club in Biloxi is hosting a special show this weekend. Dhiana Skrmetti with Back Bay Mission and Performer Emily Sholes Smith are in studio with more. The Grammys Tribute Show is a charity event with a portion of proceeds benefiting Back Bay Mission. Guests are encouraged to come as…
Both teams in Super Bowl 59 feature some athletes who played college ball right here in Mississippi! Kansas City is looking to make NFL history with a three peat and two Mississippi athletes could be part of that. Defensive Tackle Chris Jones is one of the Chiefs’ biggest stars. He spent his collegiate career at Mississippi State and was selected…
In Pass Christian on Saturday, some furry friends hit the road for the Krewe of Waggus pawrade. Dogs of all shapes and sizes made their way down Davis Avenue with some of them wearing their best Mardi Gras attire as their owners threw out beads and candy. This marks the first year for the parade and all money collected from…
The Scarlet Pearl Casino rang in the Lunar New Year on Saturday night with a Lion Dance in the resort lobby. The Lion Dance is performed at the beginning of the Chinese New Year to bring prosperity and luck for the upcoming year with 2025 being the year of the wood snake. The Lunar New Year officially begins this Wednesday…
The City of Gulfport kicked off its highly anticipated Gumbo Fest on Saturday. Chefs from across South Mississippi gathered at Centennial Plaza as they competed in the Stir da Roux Gumbo Cookoff, vying for the coveted titles of best gumbo here on the Coast. Trophies and cash prizes were on the line and even municipalities got in on the fun…
Cargo theft hit record highs in 2024 and tax season begins today. Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Rain Monday morning then temperatures to be above average most of the week. Rain chances increase overnight and especially early Monday morning. after the moisture moves through visibility could be lowered. Mainly this week mid to upper 60’s to low 70’s for highs through Friday. Lows overall cool in the 40’s to 50’s. seeing the chance for more showers to…
Bass Pro Shop recently announced a new location coming to Jackson County on Mallet Road. With more businesses likely to follow WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren spoke with residents, city officials, and businesses to learn more about the development. Categories: Featured, Local News, News
One more evening of freezing mornings then temperatures rise through the weekend and next week. Overnight temperatures will fall below 32 then sunny skies and back in the 50s on Saturday. Sunday will see the return of clouds in the morning and most of the day. slight chance for a shower but mainly seeing the greater chance for rain Monday…
Continuing the tradition of excellence. That was the main theme at Pete Taylor Park on Friday for the 2025 Southern Miss baseball media day. Players and coach es alike all have one goal in mind – reaching Omaha. “Winning the conference, winning the tournament, hosting regionals, hosting the super and obviously reaching Omaha…that’s our goals.” “The goal is always going…
Pass Christian Ward 4 Alderman Victor Pickich joined WXXV’s Grant Chighizola in studio to talk about his decision to run for Alderman at-large in this election cycle. Categories: Featured, Harrison County, Local News, News Tags: 2025 Municipal Elections, Pass Christian, Pass Christian Board of Aldermen, Victor Pickich