Scarlet Pearl celebrates Lunar New Year with Lion Dance

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…

City of Gulfport hosted third annual Gumbo Fest

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…

Morning Business Report: January 27th, 2025

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

1/26 – Sam Parker’s “Rainy & Warm” Sunday Night Forecast

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…

Southern Miss baseball kicks off new season with annual media day at Pete Taylor Park

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…

Did county plans work for the snowy weather?

The snow storm is now behind us here in South Mississippi. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. spoke with county officials about the storm plans and what they learned for next time. We spoke with Chad Brownlow with Jackson County Emergency Services and Valerie De Matties with Harrison County about their thoughts going forward. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags:…

Mayor Billy Hewes discusses tree ordinance in Gulfport

Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes is in studio to talk about the new tree ordinance to protect the urban canopy in the city. The new ordinance establishes rules for tree removal, closes loopholes in existing regulations, and promotes responsible development. The ordinance was tabled at the January 23rd council meeting. They will revote at a later date.   Categories: Local News,…

Buc-ee’s in Harrison County hiring for multiple positions

Are you looking for a job on the Coast? Positions are opening up for the new Buc-ee’s location in Harrison County. WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss gives us a breakdown on available positions. For more information or to apply for a job at Buc-ee’s, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Bucees, employees, job

Morning Business Report: January 21st, 2025

Natural Gas demand may hit a record today amid extreme cold across much of the country and it’s a holiday shortened, but busy trading week ahead. Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report

Daddy Daughter Dance happening at Lynn Meadows Discovery

The 4th annual Daddy Daughter Valentine Dance takes place on Saturday. This dance welcomes dads, grandpas, uncles, and all caregivers and features tasty refreshments, crafts, pictures, and so much more. Admission is $40 per couple, $10 for each additional child and members can save 10 percent. It all takes place at the Lynn Meadows Discovery Center from 3 to 4:30…

Annual Gumbo Fest returns to Gulfport

The Gulfport Gumbo Festival is scheduled for Saturday, January 25th. The event features a huge gumbo cook off, art vendors, live entertainment, and much more for all to enjoy. Tasting tickets are $20 and it runs from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. at Centennial Plaza. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Gulfport, Gumbo Fest

‘Sound the Alarm’ home fire safety event

Happening Saturday in Biloxi, the American Red Cross is offering free smoke alarm installations. This ‘Sound the Alarm’ Home Fire Safety event is also seeking volunteers with training provided. For those of you needing a smoke alarm installation, you can register by clicking here. Those looking to volunteer, you can sign up by clicking here. These installations are set to…

‘A Way Out’ movie premiere at Biloxi Premiere Lux Cinema

A local film premiered at the Biloxi Premiere Lux Thursday night. The movie is titled ‘A Way Out.’ The theme of the film focuses on raising awareness about domestic violence and was filmed in Biloxi. Last night’s premiere featured a screening, photos with the cast and crew, snacks and much more. Director Creighton Hobbs and main stars Alexis Baca and…

1/23 – Sam Parker’s “Slick Spots” Thursday Night Forecast

Frigid mornings but snow melting afternoons to continue for the next few days. A warmer day getting into the 50s but overnight dropping back down into the 20s. Watching a hard freeze but Friday will bring warm temps back into the 50s melting more snow before getting into the weekend. Saturday night we will finally get away from temperatures below…

Pascagoula and Moss Point Residents Under Boil Water Advisory

As the snow melts away a new problem arises for many in Jackson County. A boil water advisory has been put into affect in Pascagoula and Moss Point but there are more problems for one Escatawpa neighborhood. According to Pascagoula City Manager Justin Larsen the issues were brought on by the cold weather. While public works and utility authority members…