HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Despite red flag warnings from fire officials not to burn, there have been a couple of fires that have popped up Monday in South Mississippi. Harrison County Fire Crews spent much of the day battling a fire off Pete Hickman Road in Saucier. No structures have been threatened as a result of this burn, but other…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Power is teaming up once again with Mississippi State University to help track and protect one of our nation’s most iconic birds: the Bald Eagle! The eaglets are ready to rule the sky and help scientists conduct Bald Eagle research. This year, the nest is located on private property in Biloxi, where two eaglets were carefully…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Additional security measures were in place at one Harrison County school Monday after social media threats circulated over the weekend. The Harrison County Sheriff’s Office says those threats have been deemed noncredible, but not before taking extra steps to keep students safe. Students at Creekbend Elementary returned to class Monday morning with an increased law enforcement…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Biloxi’s Parks and Recreation Department is presenting a special program. It’s called ‘A Century of Black History- Commemorating History from 1926 to 2026.’ Speakers will honor the past century, including the impact of identity, pride, and shaping the national narratives. The program takes place Tuesday, February 24 at 6 p.m. at the Frank Gruich…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- High school baseball is set to return to Keesler Federal Park Tuesday. St. Patrick High School will host Vancleave High. The junior varsity game is set to begin at 5 p.m. and the varsity team faces off at 7. Gates open at 4:30. Tickets are available online for $10. Categories: Local News, Local Sports
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Souper Mudfest is taking over Bay St. Louis on March 14. Ahead of that is also ‘Battle in the Bay.’ Holly Harrison and Barbara Bordtmann join us to explain these two events. For more information about these two events and every event happening in Bay St. Louis, click here. Categories: Local News
Shuck Cancer Gulf Coast is looking for their 2026 Ambassadors Leadership Class. Nominations are currently open. Shuck Cancer is looking for community leaders who want to make a difference. Jesse Sunderman and Susie Davis join us with more on the process. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Harrison Central High School is helping students take the next step toward their futures with its 2026 Career Fair. The school hosted that career fair on Friday. From the classroom to the workforce, students at Harrison Central High School are getting a firsthand look at the careers that could turn their dreams into reality. More than…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- This week another one of the City of Gulfport’s piers is reopening. Work on the Ken Combs Peir is done and a reopening ceremony is set for Wednesday, February 25. The pier has been out of service since Hurricane Zeta heavily damaged it in 2020. Work crews rebuilt the pier using new concrete pile caps and a…
Fire departments across the Gulf Coast want to remind residents a red flag warning is in effect. The areas affected stretch through the Gulf Coast. Red flag warnings are caused by dry conditions, low humidity, and increased winds. The conditions make it extremely easy for fires to start and spread rapidly. Everyone is asked to avoid burning yard debris or…
Winter returns to South Mississippi for a short time before things warm up all over again. We’ll start this week off with some much more seasonally appropriate weather, with coastal lows falling to the mid 30s this morning. A few inland areas fell to freezing, and with the 10+ mph breeze worked in wind chills were as low as the…
Monday morning will be cold with temperatures in the low to mid 30s, so bundle up if you’re heading out early. North winds around 15 mph will make it feel more like the 20s. Sunny skies continue into the afternoon with highs near 53. The coldest morning will be Tuesday morning. We will continue to monitor the potential of…
Keesler Federal Credit Union is launching what its calls the largest single member giveback in its history. The credit union announced its one million dollar ‘Live your Way’ debt eraser, designed to help ease financial stress for members by paying down credit card balances. Hundreds of credit union members will receive up to $4,000 toward their credit card debt with…
Mississippi State is one of just eight universities nationwide to receive a new grant to support Coastal resilience. The Envision Resilience National Design Studio Grant supports community-based design studios that focus on real-world climate challenges. This project will bring MSU students in architecture, planning, and landscaping architecture together to work directly with Gulf Coast communities. Students will help develop climate-adaption…
WAVELAND, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Waveland is taking steps that could eventually save residents money on flood insurance. For the past three years, the city has been working to improve its rating in FEMA’s community rating system. A better rating means lower flood insurance premiums for property owners insured through the National Flood Insurance Program. As part of that…
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs residents came together in a big way to help the citizens of Ashland, Mississippi as they recover from the winter storms. A truckload of essential supplies, along with more than $1,600 in gift cards, were delivered to the city by Alderman Steve Tillis. Ocean Springs leaders want to thank everyone who pitched in to…
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Work on the new Songwriters Performing Arts Center in Gautier is progressing. Pictures of the facility released on Thursday show most of the exterior walls already up. Once complete, the facility will house museum exhibits showcasing Mississippi’s rich musical legacy, as well as recording space for artists, learning spaces for songwriters, and community members, and more. Work…
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Harrison County Sheriff’s Department is celebrating a retirement. Deputy Chuck Saucier has been with the sheriff’s office for multiple years, officials say he will be missed. They also thank him for years of hard work, laughs, and mentorship. During the celebration, friends and family came out to share cake and stories. Categories: Local News
The American Red Cross is hosting blood drives later this week. The first one is at the MGCCC Jackson County campus on February 26. On the same day, Memorial Hospital Biloxi will be hosting a drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Homestead Assisted Living Home in D’Iberville will be hosting their blood drive from 10 to 2 on…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Orange Grove Community Center in Gulfport is playing host to Dreams of Harmony. Dreams of Harmony is happening on Sunday starting at 4. There will be a panel featuring leaders in faith, business, and community. Performances are expected from the Gulf Coast Chorale and Gensis CDC Unity Dance Ministry. This is free and open to the…
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV)- The Diamondhead Fire Department is congratulating their chief for a milestone. Chief Mike Munger is celebrating 30 years of service this month. Chief Munger had dedicated all 30 years to Diamondhead and operated at each level in the department. The department says they are thankful he continues to serve the community. Categories: Local News
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- An iconic South Mississippi donut shop is making a temporary schedule change. Tatonut will be closed on Sundays for the time being. This is a temporary move as the owners grow the shop’s production team. The hours moving forward will be 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Categories: Featured, Local News
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Biloxi Fire Department shares that 12 recruits are taking their first steps into a new brotherhood. Training started on February 11th; recruits will be working the next four and a half months to become firefighters. During this time, they’ll learn the skills, discipline, and teamwork it takes to serve others in their hardest moments. Six firefighters…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- There’s a scam going around right now involving the Pearl River County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies say that scammers are making calls and are often using the names Johnson, Anthony, Howell, and Jason Green. The department wants to remind the public that they will never demand a payment or threaten legal action over the phone. Never…