The Hattiesburg Zoo is welcoming two new residents this month. Lulo the Kinkajou is four years old and can be found in the Africa section of the zoo. He comes from St. Louis, normally native to Mexico as well as Central and South America. A kinkajou is rarely seen by people due to nocturnal habits and living most of their…
Members of the Seabees were honored by the City of Gulfport. Back in February, members of Naval Construction Battalion 11 rescued two passengers from a submerged car. Mayor Billy Hewes honored the corpsmen during a city council meeting. A proclamation was read by Mayor Hewes, with Gulfport Fire and Ward 1 Councilman Kenneth Casey presenting honors. Gulfport Fire handing out…
It’s Wednesday once again and we have a new Weather Teen to meet, Aidan! Aidan is going to enjoy the next few cooler, sunny days on the farm taking care of the animals and practicing archery. Yesterday though, he had to lock down the chicken coop ahead of yesterday’s storms, and thankfully they didn’t have any issues from all the…
The Golden Eagles of Southern Miss found themselves playing on the opening day of the Sun Belt conference tournament against the Coast Carolina Chanticleers. Southern Miss found themselves down double digits in the second half but fought back to take the lead and advance to day 2 of the tournament on Wednesday. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: college…
The Mississippi State Bulldogs welcomed the Texas Longhorns to Humphrey Coliseum on Tuesday. The Bulldogs would forcer overtime but eventually fall to the Longhorns 87-82. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: college basketball, Mississippi State Bulldogs, SEC Basketball
Mississippi Aquarium is opening their summer marine mammal internships. All are invited to apply from now through March 24th. The internship itself runs from May 12th to August 9th. Those who apply will get hands-on experience working with animals at the aquarium. Duties include helping staff with care of dolphins and otters. “Many people want to know how they can…
Earlier Fat Tuesday morning, the Krewe of Nereids made its way down Highway 90 in Waveland. It was rescheduled to Mardi Gras Day due to weather conditions and they beat the rain today as well. Looks like people had a great time collecting throws and enjoying the festive floats and good music. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. was out…
Krewe of Real People holds their annual Mardi Gras parade in the heart of Bay St. Louis. Categories: Featured, Local News, Mardi Gras Tags: Bay St. Louis, Fat Tuesday, mardi gras
The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is seeking interns for the summer. Those interested would join a team of researchers to study Bottlenose Dolphins in the Mississippi Sound. The program allows for students and early-career scientists to gain research experience and form connections. Those interested can apply by clicking HERE. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Bottlenose Dolphins, IMMS, institute for…
On this Fat Tuesday, the energy at the Gulf Coast Carnival Associations parade was at full blast.The parade roots go back all the way to 1908 and was Biloxi’s first Mardi Gras parade.Today the Carnival Association continues the tradition begun years ago, with King D’Iberville and Queen Ixolib reigning over parades in Biloxi on Fat Tuesday.This years lineup didn’t disappoint…
A local movie is making its way to streaming services this month. “A Way Out” was directed by Coast native Creighton Hobbs and filmed all across the Coast. We are joined by a member of the cast Christian Fiorella to talk about the meaning behind this production. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: A Way Out
Bay St. Louis police have arrested a man for stealing safety barricades. Brooks Quinlan allegedly stole barricades put in place for last night’s parade downtown. Officers found the barricades in the back of Quinlan’s truck during a traffic stop. Quinlan admitted to officers he took the barricades to block off his personal property. He’s now charged with petty larceny. Categories:…
Everywhere else it’s just Tuesday, but right now there are three big parties going on in three South Mississippi Cities. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren is near the Gulf Coast Carnival Association’s parade route as the parade is set to roll in Biloxi this afternoon. Categories: Local News, News Tags: gulf coast carnival association, mardi gras
The Pascagoula City Council is set to appoint a new member this week to fill the vacancy from Ward 3 Councilman Johnny Walker’s death last month. It’s happening at Tuesday’s council meeting. According to state law and the resolution to fill the vacancy, the council will appoint someone to the position since there is less than six months remaining in…
The weather has been sunny and beautiful for any Mardi Gras related activities up until now, but as the day itself arrives we’re looking at a potentially stormy evening ahead. I should rephrase that…it’s DEFINITELY going to be stormy for a few hours later today, and the storms could POTENTIALLY be severe. Yesterday we were upgraded to a level 3…
A Lundi Gras tradition in Bay St. Louis rolled through the streets of Downtown on Monday. We’re talking about the Mystic Krewe of the Seahorse! It’s not your typical carnival parade. It’s golf carts that weaved their way through the Bay. Captain Longbeard and Lady Claiborne delighted paradegoers with their throws. Up next for the Krewe is the tenth annual…
The Harrison Central Red Rebels (2-7) picked up their second win on the season after defeating East central (3-6) 6-5. The Red Rebels scored two runs in the bottom of the 7th to defeat the Hornets. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: East Central Hornets, Harrison Central Red Rebels, High School Baseball
On Monday the Biloxi Shuckers announced that the King Cake and Beach Chicken alternate identities will return for six games in 2025. The Biloxi King Cakes will return to Keesler Federal Park for three separate games. Saturday, April 12th Saturday, May 24th Saturday, June 21st Like the King Cakes identity, the Biloxi Beach Chickens will return for three dates as…
Potentially for Severe weather on Fat Tuesday continues to increase the chances. Severe Weather Outlook highlights a slight to enhanced risk (level 3 of 5) of severe weather across south Mississippi on Mardi Gras, mainly in the afternoon and evening. A few brief tornadoes are possible. High wind warning for goes in effect Tuesday morning winds will be strengthening through…
Mississippians have the right to petition government and put issues on the ballot to vote on. The ballot initiative was taken away in 2021 by the state Supreme Court on a technicality after the medical marijuana. Spencer Flatgard with BAM, or Ballot Access Mississippi, talked to WXXV about if there’s a chance it’ll pass this year. Categories: Featured, Local News,…
The S.S. United States has arrived in Mobile after leaving port in Philadelphia on February 19th for its final voyage to the Gulf Coast. It was once considered the ‘Pride of America’s Merchant Marine Fleet.’ The ship is scheduled to undergo preparations before being sunk off the Florida Panhandle, becoming the world’s largest artificial reef and a scuba diving destination….
Fire crews in Jackson and Harrison counties were busying battling small brush and woods fires this weekend. Fire officials urge caution when it comes to burning things in the days to come. Earlier Sunday, Pass Christian fire crews and Harrison County Fire Rescue responded to several small brush fires in the city. In Jackson County, fire crews there ran into…
Biloxi Fire Chief Nicholaus Geiser shares safety and parking tips for Mardi Gras parades. For more information, click here. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Biloxi Fire Chief, Chief Nicholaus Geiser, mardi gras, parades
The Krewe of Diamondhead marked a major milestone as it rolled through the City on Saturday. The krewe is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. The parade began noon Saturday at Diamondhead City Hall. This family-friendly parade is known for its lively floats, music, and generous throws of beads and trinkets. The Krewe of Diamondhead Parade is also known for…