GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The newest Safe Haven Baby Box was blessed in Gulfport Thursday morning. The newest Safe Haven Baby Box represents a significant step forward to provide a safe and anonymous alternative to surrendering an infant. The baby box is located at Gulfport Fire Station 9, this location will offer a secure and compassionate option for parents in crisis…
This Saturday at Keesler Federal Park, there will be a celebration of girls in athletics, hosted in part by the Biloxi Shuckers and the Missi Wrestling Club. Here to tell us all about ‘Play like a Girl Day’ is Megan Brown. The festivities begin at 6:05 p.m. A portion of every ticket purchased through the event’s official link will benefit…
In two weeks, contestants, including WXXV News 25’s Grant Chighizola, will take the stage at the iMPAC Center for a night of trivia, fun, and supporting the Boys and Girls Club of the Gulf Coast. Here to tell us all about ‘Are you Smarter than a Club Kid’ are Samantha Martin and Emily Sham. For more information, click here. Categories:…
It’s week four of our 25 Teams segment and athletes truly can’t wait for those Friday Night Lights in just nine sleeps. It’s day 16 of 25 Teams in 25 Days, introducing the Hancock Hawks. Watch the video above to hear from the Hawks and what they think about the upcoming season. Categories: 25 in 25, Local Sports, Sports Tags:…
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It’s week three of our high school football preseason coverage which means we are less than two weeks out from week zero! On day 14 of 25 Teams in 25 Days, Sports Director Ansley Brent goes up the road to introduce us to the Harrison Central Red Rebels. To hear more from the Red Rebels about the upcoming football season,…
We’re ten days away from jamborees here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast and we have ten more teams to feature after tonight. Sports Director Ansley Brent stopped by Long Beach for day 15 of 25 Teams in 25 Days. Watch the video above to hear from the Bearcats about their upcoming football season. Categories: 25 in 25, Local Sports, Sports…
We’ve officially surpassed the halfway point of 25 Teams in 25 Days, which means high school football is getting closer and closer. It’s day 13 of 25 Teams in 25 Days and we are introducing you to the Bay High Tigers. Watch the video above to hear what the Tigers have to say about the upcoming football season. Categories: 25…
“Just bouncing back from last season,” said junior wide receiver Stevie Thames. “Knowing we went 0-9 last season and just trying to make a comeback and show the coast who we are and what we’re going to be.” “Just winning. Winning. That’s it,” said junior linebacker and running back Jamariyon Turner. “We don’t have anything to lose, so all we’re…
Kimberly Dunn and Kathy Rogers, the founder and executive director of Adopt a Grandparent, as we get ready for Adopt a Grandparent Day on September 13. They are here to share more about the initiative and how you can get involved in making this day meaningful for our elders. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News, News
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — A group of volunteers gathered at the Gulfport Amtrak boarding platform ahead of the passenger train’s first trip across The Coast next week. With Amtrak gearing up to roll out its new Mardi Gras Service, volunteers from all over The Coast are preparing to serve as station hosts at each of the Amtrak stops in Bay St….
Every Wednesday, the Gulfport Farmers Market opens down at Jones Park. There are several regular farmers markets on the Coast. Mississippi Agriculture and Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson is heavily promoting farmers markets around the state. They are a great opportunity to let people connect with farmers. Commissioner Gipson talked to WXXV News about that campaign. Categories: Featured, Local News, News…
Governor Tate Reeves announces the launch of a program at helping young state residents. Governor Reeves is teaming up with Canopy Children’s Solution and the Mississippi Development Authority to launch a mental wellness platform for children and teens. The program is expected to offer an innovative and cost-effective pathway to recovery, also building a sustainable model for broader adoption in…
Tonight stays warm with just a brief chance of rain before 9, then partly cloudy and muggy with lows in the mid 70s. Thursday will be hot and humid, highs near 92 but feeling like the low 100s. Afternoon pop-up storms are possible, mainly for inland areas, and Thursday night stays quiet and warm once again. Friday and Saturday keep…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Harrison Central High School announce its selection by the Mississippi Department of Education to launch a new advanced placement cybersecurity pilot program for the 2025-2026 academic year. The initiative is part of a statewide effort to provide students with the skills necessary to thrive in the evolving field. The AP cybersecurity program will equip students with essential…
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) — It’s The Most Magical Place on Earth, and pretty soon, one deserving five-year-old will get to experience it for the first time thanks to Make-A-Wish of South Mississippi. Hannah Hurley is a kindergartener at Holy Trinity Catholic School in Bay St. Louis who is gearing up for an exciting trip to Walt Disney World….
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Holly Bond and Dr. Christen Duhe stopped by the WXXV studio to talk about the Stone County Community Endowment Fund. This is the second annual Stone County Community Endowment Fund raffle which is a community event and fundraiser to support SCCF grants. The live drawing will be August 21 at 6 p.m. at Bill’s Catfish and…
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Every other Wednesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Humane Society of South Mississippi. Joining us is Katie King to tell us about News 25’s Pet of the Week, Elphaba. Elphaba will be available for adoption at HSSM’s Wicked Rock N Roll Over event on Friday, August 15. That event is happening at the Hard Rock Hotel…
“We’ve got something to prove every year because we’re always at that point where we make the playoffs and we get beat in the first round, but Coach Fant has talked about it a lot. We’re trying to get over that hump. We’re trying to go further in the playoffs, not just try to make the playoffs. That’s a great…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The West Gulfport Civic Club partnered with Gulfport Police and Fire Department for a ‘Night out against Crime.’ The event hosted a forum for community members to discuss how to combat crime in their area. Speakers included council members and State Representative Jeffrey Hullum. Gulfport Mayor Hugh Keating was also in attendance. One prominent member of the…
It’s day 10 of 25 Teams in 25 Days and it’s going to be quite the historic season for this local football team. Introducing you to the Christian Collegiate Academy Bulldogs! “I’m excited for the first 11-man game and making history for the school,” said 8th grade running back and linebacker Gabe Cabral. “I’m just really excited for it. ”…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Some Mississippi residents will have the chance to get money off their power bills thanks to a generous donation from the Mississippi Power Foundation. The Mississippi Power Foundation is donating $350,000 to United Way to help customers with their energy bills as extreme temperatures continue to hit the state. As The Coast is heating up during…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Changes are coming to the Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon ahead of the 2025 event, which runs from December 13th-14th. Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon Marketing Director Mike Wattigny told WXXV that Athlete Village and Packet Pickup are being moved to Centennial Plaza in Gulfport. As a result, the Margaritaville 5K is being rebranded as the Hippie Fish…