Mega Millions Jackpot rises to over $670 million

The Mega Millions jackpot has climbed to over $670 million, and lottery tickets aren’t limited to gas stations. A few select casinos along the coast also sell tickets, including the St. Palace Casino Resort in Gulfport. According to staff in their gift shop, buying tickets from casinos might even be a better option in some cases.     Categories: Local…

Do you remember the “Big Hair” male rock band era? WXXV’s Ethan Krauss and Entertainment Reporter Brent Evans dive into the look

Music streaming platforms recently released their yearly recaps for users such as Spotify Wrapped and Apple Music Replay. As many are looking back on their top songs of the year, WXXV News 25’s Ethan Krauss sat down with Entertainment Reporter Brent Evans to tell us about Rock n Roll’s glamorous era. Categories: Entertainment, Local News, News Tags: entertainment, music, rock…

Fire safety during the holiday season

Two house fires occurred in Biloxi this week. One was started by batteries left in Christmas decorations and the other began from old batteries left in storage. Biloxi Assistant Fire Chief Wes Smalls was able to talk about the importance of fire safety and also gives some tips to help prevent any more fire hazards during the holiday season. “We…

Gautier High and Middle School bands holding Holiday Concert

The Gautier High and Middle School bands are offering a chance for everyone to get in the holiday spirit. The annual Holiday Concert is set to take place Friday, December 13th starting at 6:30 at the Pascagoula Performing Arts Center. It costs $5 to get in with kids 12 and under getting in free. All money raised goes towards the…

Shuckers Holiday Fest at Keesler Federal Park

The Biloxi Shuckers are inviting all to get into the festive spirit tonight! The Shuckers Holiday Fest is taking place at Keesler Federal Park starting at 6. Tickets for the event cost $6 and offer holiday cheer, festive activities, and even a movie! The movie this year is ‘The Grinch’ from 2018 and starts at 6:30. There are even a…

Christmas Light Concert at the Mary C.

Nataliya Molsbee and Grayson Smallwood stopped by the WXXV studio today before their big performance at the Mary C. The Christmas Light Concert takes place at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center in Ocean Springs on Saturday, December 14th at 6 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Christmas Light Concert, Mary C. O’Keefe

City of Waveland celebrating with Christmas on Coleman event

The City of Waveland is getting into the Christmas spirit tonight! Christmas on Coleman is set to start at 5 and run until 8 this evening. Food trucks will be on site the whole time with caroling and a visit from Santa Claus. The parade is set to roll at 6. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Christmas on Coleman, waveland

Poplarville Christmas Parade featuring state champion Hornets

Poplarville’s annual Christmas Parade is happening tonight! Lots and lots of floats line the streets beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the Ramey’s Service Road and north end of the parking lot. The 4A State championship Poplarville Hornets are also set to be a part of the parade, which rolls at 5. WXXV Sports Director Jevan McCoskey will be out there…

Funeral arrangements for Biloxi teacher Kirsten Balius

We have funeral arrangements for one Biloxi teacher who passed away last weekend. Kristen Balius passed away on December 7th. She was a teacher at Biloxi Upper Elementary and is described as being dedicated to her students and passionate about her job. A mass service for Balius will take place at Our Lady of Fatima Saturday, December 14th. A visitation…

WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier is at the Swetman Family Red Kettle Challenge

As the countdown to Christmas continues, the Salvation Army Mississippi Gulf Coast is thrilled to announce that several high-profile individuals are contributing to its Red Kettle campaign over the next two weeks. These special bell-ringing events aim to inspire the community to come together and support families and individuals in need this holiday season. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr….

Ingalls Shipbuilding gives back to local organizations

Ingalls Shipbuilding hosted a holiday giving event to benefit three community organizations. The event also included plenty of holiday festivities with remarks from Ingalls Shipbuilding. The donated gifts were presented to each of the organizations and will support families in need this holiday season. Shipbuilders were able to provide clothes, toys, and essential items to those in need within the…

Three Lady Indians sign to continue their athletic careers! Congratulations to Biloxi’s Katie Estridge, Nakiya “Nikki” Richardson, and Julie Segroves!

Moving on to Biloxi High School as three of their athletes continue their impressive athletic careers! We’re starting things off with Lady Indian golf member Katie Estridge! She will be continuing her golf career at Valpo University. Congratulations, Katie! From the links to the pitch, we’re celebrating Indian Basketball’s very own Nakiya “Nikki” Richardson! She’ll be staying on the coast…

Pascagoula baseball’s Knute Robinson signs with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College

Everyday is a good day to highlight our local high school athletes and we’re celebrating big as two schools hold signing day ceremonies! We’re starting things off with the red and blue as Pascagoula recognizes one of their guys on the diamond! Knute Robinson is a right handed pitcher, outfielder, and third baseman for the Panther baseball program and he…

The Nitro Circus takes over the Coast Coliseum for a night of high flying action

On Thursday night the Coast Coliseum was home to the action packed and thrill seeking Nitro Circus, which treated South Mississippi to a night of the biggest flips and tricks you’ll find anywhere. From BMX, to freestyle motocross, to skateboarders, these action sports athletes were pulling stunts straight out of a movie, with flips, 360’s, Superman’s, lazy boys and any…

Harrison County Sheriff’s Office helping community members in need

We’re less than two weeks away from Christmas and there are plenty of ways to give back, including at the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office. The department has introduced its annual Christmas Star Tree for this holiday season. The tree is located in the lobby of the Harrison County Jail and was put together to help community members in need have…