Ocean Springs hosted a parade at their high school! The band and preschoolers came through the halls. The grand marshal was of course Mr. Skillstead! Kids created special floats and threw out items to those lining the halls. Categories: Local News, News Tags: band, grand marshal, Mr. Skillstead, Ocean Springs, Ocean Springs High School, OSHS
A great weekend to enjoy parades but storm chances increase next week. The weather will be quite pleasant this weekend if you plan on heading to any parades this weekend. Highs will be in the low-to-mid 70s and lows will be in the upper 40s and low 50s, then warming into Mardi Gras day. Chances for rain increase also on…
A youth skate clinic will be taking place this weekend in Biloxi All kids 15 and under are welcome to head out to the Biloxi DIY on Howard Avenue Saturday. That clinic runs from 1 to 4 PM. Youth of all skills are welcomed to seek assistance in a safe and fun environment. Just a heads up, helmets are required…
There’s a beach clean up project planned for tomorrow morning in Ocean Springs. The Mardi Gras Beach Cleanup starts at 8 a.m. on Front Beach. It’s a project of the Mississippi Coastal Cleanup Program. If you want to participate, the meet up spot is at 499 Front Beach Drive. Clean up supplies will be provided, just wear comfy clothes. Categories:…
The Biloxi Shuckers celebrated 228 Day today! The day is to celebrate the area code 228. Those who came out were treated to a bounce house, corn hole, connect 4 and much more. The Humane Society of South Mississippi and Pet Connection of Ocean Springs were in attendance as well for anyone looking for a furry friend. Everything had a…
At the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport, they got the carnival fun started early on Friday. The good times were rolling for the Krewe of NAMAC parade, standing for Navy, Army, Marines, Airforce, and Coast Guard. Staff and veterans showed out with their best Mardi Gras attire, handing out beads and throws to fellow veterans along the halls of…
The Krewe of Nereids showing Mardi Gras spirit ahead of their parade! Members of the krewe visited a few schools on the Coast, including South Hancock, Waveland Elementary, and Holy Trinity. Members of the royal court came out in their dazzling costumes and the students got a chance to take pictures with them. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Krewe of…
Transition Blvd is an emerging nonprofit organization aimed at young adults who were previously in foster care and aged out. Transition Blvd’s goal is to make sure the youth of South Mississippi have a chance in life, with promising futures. Categories: Featured, Local News, News
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business
Jane King is at the New York Stock Exchange with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: morning business report
If you plan to be in Downtown Gulfport Saturday afternoon for the Gemini Parade, you can actually get the fun started a few hours earlier with Chandy Gras. Joining us in studio are Gina Prater and Vonda Martin to talk about what you can expect. All the fun begins at 11 a.m. and runs until 2 p.m. The event benefits…
Coast leaders and other volunteers wrapped up a morning of service at the Lyman Community Center. This morning’s packing party is the culmination of the March of the Mayors Food Drive. Volunteers boxed all the items collected from the people of 14 cities in our region. All of these food boxes will be distributed to local food pantries starting Saturday….
For the first time this school year, we’re headed to the tennis courts to showcase a talented high school student athlete. He’s been to the state championship three times now and is determined to end his season as a Tomcat on top. Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Lane Breland. During the summer before his 7th grade year,…
Josh and Shellene Barton from the Home of Grace join us in studio to talk about the upcoming 60th anniversary homecoming event. The Home of Grace Homecoming 2025 event takes place March 8th. Open house and lunch begin at 10 a.m. at Home of Grace campuses and the homecoming celebration kicks off at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Gulfport. For…
The Department of Public Safety is hosting an art competition. The ‘Draw your Heart’ campaign is open to all students ages 13 to 18. Thirty-four kids will have the chance to win, with each finalist having their artwork displayed at Driver Service Bureau stations across the state. The grand prize winner will have their design on an official t-shirt and…
Great weather through the weekend but tracking storms early next week. A warm day earlier but affected by a weak cold front which will cool us down tonight and Friday morning lows in the 40s. Friday looking nice clear and in the upper 60s by the afternoon. This weekend tracking a 100% chance of raining beads if you head to…
Over the past week, there have been a string of 18-wheeler crashes across South Mississippi highways, with injuries reported and big traffic delays. A semi-truck crash happened yesterday on I-10 near the De Lisle Exit following a pair of crashes earlier in the week closer to the Menge Avenue Exit. Many South Mississippians were left wondering why we are seeing…
The Pascagoula Panthers boys basketball team were back at the Big House in Jackson, MS for their MHSAA semifinal matchup against Ridgeland high school. For the second straight season Ridgeland sent the Panthers home and ending their season. The final score on Thursday was 70-60. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: high school basketball, MHSAA 6A boys basketball semifinal,…
Poll workers were honored in Jackson this morning. George County resident Colene Cain was at the ceremony. She has been a poll worker for 61 years. In total, eight workers were honored for giving over 50 years of service. All received a certificate of appreciation. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Colene Cain, poll workers
A marker for country music icon Lloyd Green was unveiled at the University of Southern Mississippi’s Hattiesburg campus. Green was born in Leaf, Mississippi. He attended Southern Miss where he refined his musical talent before launching his career. His career spanned more than 50 years, contributing an amazing 116 number one hits. He not only worked in country, he collaborated…
A trail marker was unveiled in the state to honor a champion of Civil Rights. A marker was unveiled on February 25th for Annie Devine of Canton. That unveiling took place at the city’s high school auditorium. Devine was a state Freedom Democratic Party Delegate to the 1964 Democratic National Convention. This marker commemorates Devine’s commitment to voting rights and…
Since the New Years Day terror attack in New Orleans, other cities hosting big events are on alert. Two big parades are coming to Biloxi over the next couple of days. Biloxi Police Chief John Miller told WXXV that he reached out to a Texas based company to rent concrete barriers. None were available because the company sent all of…
Biloxi Police will have all hands-on deck for the upcoming Mardi Gras parades. Krewe of Neptune rolls Saturday and the Gulf Coast Carnival Association Parade hits the streets on Fat Tuesday. Other law enforcement agencies along the Coast will make officers available to Biloxi to manage the huge crowds. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Biloxi Police Department, mardi gras,…
A top developer visited the Gulf Coast today. Bill Cork is the executive director of the Mississippi Development Authority. Cork joined coastal businesses for an update on the state’s economic development efforts. Also shared are the actions that led to the Magnolia state having large economic development announcements. A perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing coastal Mississippi was also…