Are you Smarter than a Club Kid returns

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:…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Hancock Hawks

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:…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Harrison Central Red Rebels

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,…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Long Beach Bearcats

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…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Bay High Tigers

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…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Moss Point Tigers

“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…

Adopt a Grandparent Day on September 13

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

Amtrak volunteers ready to greet passengers next week

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….

Push for more farmers markets in Mississippi

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 Reeves announces youth mental wellness platform

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…

Harrison Central High launches new AP Cybersecurity pilot program

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…

Stone County Community Endowment Fund Raffle

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…

West Gulfport Civic Club holds community forum on combating crime

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…

Mississippi Power donation helps customers pay energy bills

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…

Mississippi Gulf Coast Marathon announces big changes ahead of December 2025 event

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…

Inmates complete Grow in Grace Discipleship program

STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- In Stone County, a group of inmates has completed the Grow in Grace Discipleship Program. Those inmates completing an eight-week course led by Chris Meleer of Faith Baptist Church in Gulfport. The program focuses on spiritual growth, personal accountability, and reclaiming life beyond incarceration. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Grow in Grace Discipleship program

Jackson County Administrator selected as August 2025 Engineer Spotlight

JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County Administrator Brian Fulton has been selected as the August 2025 Engineer Spotlight. The recognition comes from the state Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. Fulton has been recognized for his professional excellence, leadership, and dedicated to serving the community. When it comes to advice for students thinking of similar careers, Fulton says…