STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Sheriff’s Office is investing in the next generation of public safety leaders through a hands-on youth program designed to educate, mentor, and inspire. Inside the Stone County Sheriff’s Office, the next generation of public safety professionals is getting to work. The Public Safety Cadet Program is a community-based initiative aimed at educating and…
One Gulf Coast nonprofit organization is continuing its tradition of giving back through a bead drive in the aftermath of Mardi Gras. The North Bay Civitan Club of D’Iberville and St. Martin is currently collecting beads for its fifth annual Beads for Special Needs event. Beads can be dropped off through Friday, February 20 at six locations: A Latte Friends…
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Over in Pearl River County, sheriff’s investigators are releasing new details about a drive-by shooting earlier this month. The shooting happened on February 19th at the intersection of Highway 53 and Barth Road. Deputies were called to Highland Memorial Hospital in Picayune that day after a man came to the hospital with a gunshot wound….
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- February is National Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. WXXV News 25’s Brynne Baxley spoke with a local nonprofit who is raising awareness about the signs of abusive relationships and the resources available to help teens. For more information about the Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence, click here. Categories: Local News, News
In this month’s “Local Eats” segment brought to you by Allen Beverages, Jesus takes us inside for a look at the local hot spot for crawfish and more – Claw Daddy’s in Gulfport. Categories: Local Eats Tags: Allen Beverages, claw daddy’s, crawfish, jesus ramirez, local eats, Pepsi, restaurants
Warm & foggy weather greeted us this morning as the humidity continues to rise ahead of yet another front approaching us today. This one is the second of three we’ll see nearby over the next few days, once again increasing our southerly winds, but not passing through far enough to bring any cooler weather. In fact, right as this next…
In every classification, it’s come down to the top two soccer teams in the state as they’ll compete for this gold ball up north later this week. One team has worked extremely hard to punch their ticket to the big game, and one defender is a huge piece of that Fighting Irish puzzle. Get to know our WXXV Student Athlete…
Over the next few days WXXV is previewing all state bound soccer programs before they take that bus ride up north for a chance at the gold ball! We’re starting things off with the dynasty that is the St. Patrick Fighting Irish girls soccer team! After an intense South State battle against Our Lady Academy, the Fighting Irish punched their…
For the first time in a long time, the St. Patrick boys soccer team is headed to the State Championship! After playing in the South State game three times in the past five years, the Fighting Irish finally have a chance at the gold ball. These guys poured their heart and soul into the South State title match last night,…
The Pass is home to one of the best basketball players in the state! Pass Christian shooting guard and forward Landon Hall has been named Mr. Basketball for Class 4A! The 6’6” monster is dominant on the court, aggressive with every play, and owns the net. Hall’s leadership is a huge reason why the Pirates are expected to have a…
The best basketball players in the state have officially been named! Getting the nod for the best basketball player for Class 6A, Pascgoula point guard Blake Nettles is officially Mr. Basketball! We’ve known this for a while, but now it’s official. Nettles controls the court with confidence, knowledge and a whole lot of leadership. The 6’2”, 165 pound sharp shooter…
There are a few blood drives happening along the Coast. The Blood Center will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Bay St. Louis. That drive runs from 9 a.m. until 3:30. Pascagoula High will be hosting a drive for 8:30 to 2 p.m. on Friday. The Rotary Club of Ocean Springs will…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Health System a community resource expo this Saturday. That expo is happening at the Biloxi Civic Center from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It’s free and open to the public. Those who do come out will be able to take advantage of free screenings, health education, and a question and answer session with a cardiologist. A…
Patchy fog develops tonight and lingers into early Thursday as mostly cloudy skies and mild temperatures hold, with highs climbing into the mid to upper 70s through Friday. Rain chances increase late Thursday night, with showers likely Friday afternoon and continuing at times into Saturday when a few thunderstorms are possible. A cold front moves through Saturday night, bringing a…
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-The Gulfport Police Department has named a new deputy police chief. Clayton Fulks was just named to the role, following the retirement of outgoing Deputy Chief Heather Dailey. Fulks has served in a variety of roles with the department, most recently serving in the support bureau. Fulks will now assist Police Chief Adam Cooper in the day-to-day administration…
For the fifth consecutive year the legislature has failed to restore the ballot initiative that gives Mississippians the right to vote on issues. The only bill to restore it was killed in the Senate. The ballot initiative was struck down by the state supreme court on a technicality in 2021 and lawmakers once again refused to put the process back…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Children at the Applegate Early Learning Center in Biloxi enjoyed a visit from special guests Wednesday. It was a day full of smiles, giggles, and gentle fur at the Applegate Early Learning Center. Students gathered outdoors as goats, sheep, bunnies, a pig, and more arrived for a special petting zoo experience, giving young learners a chance to…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Opening Day for the Biloxi Shuckers is in 48 days. Ahead of that, 228 Day is being celebrated at Keesler Federal Park with a free movie. Javik Blake joins us in studio with more. 228 Day takes place February 28 at 5 p.m. and is free to the public. A showing of Lilo and Stitch will begin…
The Dragon Boat Festival takes place in April, but teams are encouraged to start registering now. Janae Heath from United Way of South Mississippi joins us with more. The Dragon Boat Festival takes place on Saturday, April 25 at 8 a.m. at The Great Lawn at Harrah’s Casino. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
HURLEY, Miss. (WXXV) — East Central girls soccer is heading to the 5A State Championship after a dominant 2-0 victory over Northeast Jones on Tuesday to clinch the South State title. Here are highlights and reactions from the match. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: East Central Athletics, East Central Girls Soccer, east central high school
The Legacy Business League is hosting Black History Month events throughout the remainder of February. Leanna Morgan Saucier joins us with the details. For a full list of events, click here. Categories: Community Headlines, Local News
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Due to ongoing shipment delays from the state’s Alcoholic Beverage Control warehouse, local stores are struggling to keep products on the shelf. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with one local liquor store manager, who tell us these shortages have been an ongoing issue through the busy Mardi Gras season. Mississippi Alcoholic Beverage Control officials also sent WXXV a…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Ash Wednesday services filled the Cathedral of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary as worshippers gathered to celebrate the start of Lent season. Lent is a 40-day period of prayer, fasting, and reflection leading up to Easter. Worshippers gathered inside the historic Biloxi cathedral where church leaders blessed and distributed ashes, gently tracing the Sign of…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Stone County Economic Development Partnership hosted its fifth annual Black History Month celebration luncheon. This luncheon honors local leaders, reflecting on progress, and recognizing the work still ahead. Black History Month is more than a painful look back, it’s a celebration of black excellence that is still shaping every community. It’s a call to action…