HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- MDOT announced temporary ramp closures on I-10 starting Thursday. Entrance and exit ramps at the Woolmarket Exit will be closing Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The ramps will alternate between closures depending on which side of Shiner’s Interchange is being paved. Closures are expected to last one month from April 10th. Paving…
Biloxi, Miss (WXXV)- The Institute for Marine Mammal Studies is hosting a turtle release on Biloxi Beach Wednesday. The release is set for 11 AM. All are invited to head out to the beach across from Edgewater Mall. If you can’t make it, the event will be live streamed on Facebook. Come out to watch the sea turtle make its…
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss (WXXV) – Local libraries often serve as the backbone of local communities by providing resources to residents who wouldn’t have access without them. This week, many libraries across the country, just like Kiln Public Library, are being recognized in celebration of National Library Week. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter visited Kiln Public Library to meet their outstanding…
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- The University of Mississippi Medical Center is the first in the state to offer deep brain stimulation to treat seizures. The medical center says this brings hope to patients such as Moss Point resident James Canfield, who lives with seizures. Deep brain stimulation uses electrodes to send impulses to specific parts of the brain, reducing symptoms of…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Transit Authority started running buses on the Coast in 1974. The mass transportation system has come a long way since then. CTA’s long time director Kevin Coggin is retiring in a few weeks. A ceremony was held to recognize his service. He joins us in studio with more. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: coast transit…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Big day in the world of Biloxi baseball, as the Shuckers are gearing up for their first home game of the new season. WXXV Sports Director Jevan McCoskey is at Keesler Federal Park and has more on tonight’s home opener against the Columbus Clingstones. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
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The Mississippi Lottery has announced the transfer of proceeds for the month of March. Over $10 million was transferred to the state bringing the fiscal year 2025 total to just over $85 million. The first $80 million is funded for roads and bridges across the state. Following March, $5.2 million will go towards the Education Enhancement Fund. These funds will…
Heading over to Hurley, Mississippi for our play of the day, East Central high school celebrated a huge piece of their baseball puzzle! Hornet outfielder Anthony Tanner is staying on the coast and joining the diamond at Mississippi Gulf coast Community College. Tanner was a member of the State Championship team in 2023, was named an All-State player just last…
The celebrations continue here on the coast as a huge amount of our soccer players have been selected as Randy West All-Stars for the 2025 school year. This comes as no surprise as we had five State Champions back in Feburary, so let’s mention these athletes now! Boys’ South Team: Gage Anderson – St. Patrick Ryan Boles – Gulfport…
From one celebration to another, many local athletes along the coast celebrated huge milestones this week by signing their letters of intent. We’re kicking things off with three athletes from Stone high school. Tennis player Cree Cunningham is headed just across the street to join the talented squad at Mississippi Gulf Coast community college. As for Tomcat football, this pair…
There’s State Champions, and then there’s a legacy of State Champions. Less than two weeks ago, the Gulfport boys powerlifting team didn’t win their first or second state title, but their fourth in a row, and their eighth in the last nine years. For seniors like Hudson Williams, he says this one is by far the most important. “It…
For Pass Christian High School, Saturday was more than a day of competition, but a day celebrating champions and an Olympian as the Pirate Track team hosted their Cory McGee Classic. In their final meet before the postseason, the Pass Christian track and field team honored the outstanding career of the Pass Christian alum and Olympian, Cory McGee. Running around…
Yes the sun will come out tomorrow so bet your bottom dollar. cooler and cloudy earlier today due to the cold front that passed with temperatures staying in the 50s. Tonight will get chilly with lows in the mid to low 40s and winds out of the north so Tuesday morning have that coat ready. in the afternoon we will…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Gulf Coast Skatepark Association is hosting a free youth skate clinic this weekend. Kids 15 and under are invited to the DIY Biloxi Park on Hopkins Boulevard. Helmets are required for kids and pads are encouraged. Parents must also be present the entire time. The time for that clinic is 1 to 4 Saturday, April 12….
Ocean Springs, Miss (WXXV)- Blood donors in the Ocean Springs area had the opportunity to help save a life today at Singing River’s Ocean Springs Hospital. The Singing River Health System is hosting a blood drive this week with the help of the Blood Center. The Blood Center is Singing River’s top blood provider. If you are planning to give…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Sea Wolves last home game was this weekend, but don’t worry, the Sea Wolves are making a comeback for the 2025-2026 season. The Sea Wolves announced the move on their social media pages. Pen was put to paper on April 5th with the Sea Wolves season ending on April 12th in Baton Rouge against the…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Filming for a new movie begins this week in the City of Discovery. The Ocean Springs Board of Alderman met in a special session last Friday to approve the filming. The name of the production is still not yet known at this time. However, as a result of the filming, there will be a temporary road…
Jane King has today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV) – Before Hurricane Katrina devastated the town of Waveland in 2005, it was home to a thriving restaurant scene, and Rickey’s was at the heart of it. Chef Rickey Peters is bringing back the beloved restaurant, saying he couldn’t go anywhere without someone asking, “When are you coming back to Coleman Avenue?” In partnership with Thomas Genin,…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s not hurricane season, but Keesler Air Force Base is preparing ahead of time. Starting Monday and running until Friday, the base is undergoing a base-wide hurricane exercise. Officials say to expect traffic diversions, gate delays, and disruptions to on-base services. The base loudspeaker is also expected to make announcements throughout the week. This is to test…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The 2025 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair is happening Tuesday at the Biloxi Civic Center. The event runs from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Come dressed for success and be prepared for on-site interviews and bring plenty of resumes. You can pre-register at jobfairs.ms.gov. Tags: 2025 Gulf Coast Military and Civilian Job Fair
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Pearls stopped by the studio ahead of the Biloxi Shuckers home opening tomorrow. Alyssa and Ezabelle shared what fun is expected throughout the season. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: baseball, Biloxi Shuckers, sports
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- “The Wall that Heals” is coming to D’Iberville starting April 10th. The memorial is being set up at the Bobby Eleuterius Sports Complex. On Tuesday, April 8th the memorial will be escorted to the sportsplex by the Patriot Guard Riders. Senior Ride Captain Sandie Schlett and Carl Hornbuckle join us in studio with more information. For more…