Ocean Springs Library delaying their opening for October 23rd

The opening for the Ocean Springs Library is delayed on Wednesday, October 23rd. A scheduled power outage is expected for tomorrow morning. The Ocean Springs Library opening at noon instead of their usual time. The time for closing is still the same. Any events scheduled before noon, including story time, are canceled for the day. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…

Remembering the lost towns of Hancock County

When Stennis Space Center was brought to Hancock County in 1961, with it came the need for a large buffer zone. As a result, the towns of Santa Rosa, Westonia, Napoleon, Gainesville and Logtown, as well as a large portion of Pearlington, were displaced, with all residents being relocated. No permanent structures could remain in the buffer zone, and now…

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Biloxi for the 2024 Fill The Boot Drive

The Biloxi Fire Department is back supporting Muscular Dystrophy Association with their annual Fill the Boot Drive! The event usually involves Firefighters standing at various locations in the community, holding boots for people to drop their donations into. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was live along Popps Ferry Road and Pass Road in Biloxi to take you there. Categories:…

Witches Ride of Ocean Springs

Each year, the witches wear their best attire and ride into Ocean Springs. This year, they’re hoping to create a little magic and get some pets adopted in the process. Joining us are Diana Odom and Katie King with the Humane Society of South Mississippi. The Witches Ride of Ocean Springs takes place Saturday, October 26th beginning at 5:30 p.m….

Pascagoula unveils plans for new city hall

Pascagoula’s city government is looking to the future with multiple projects on the horizon designed to better house city operations. WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren was in the Flagship City to talk to city leaders about how these projects will impact municipal services. In 2023, Governor Tate Reeves signed off on more than $10 million for Pascagoula projects and the…

Ole Miss Men’s Golf wins Fallen Oak Invitational, securing back-to-back team wins to close our fall season

Some of the country’s very best collegiate golfers have been on the Mississippi Coast the past four days competing in the Fallen Oak Invitational. 13 prestigious universities competed for team and individual championships during a 54-hole, six play, five count, four low scores tournament. Protecting the greens of their own state, Ole Miss earned back-to-back team wins for the first…

10/22 Ryan’s “Still Cool, but Warming” Tuesday Morning Forecast

Mornings have still been on the cool side, but that'll change over the next few days.

Our afternoons crept above normal a couple days ago, but our mornings have still been considerably cooler thanks to clear skies, low humidity, and light winds. We’ll still keep all of these factors, but as the humidity bounces back, mornings will slowly creep up the thermometer. They’ll still be on the cool side for the next day or so, but…

Harrison County residents speak on brush fire arson

On Monday the U.S. Forest Service confirmed the arson investigation into the Northern Harrison County brush fire is still ongoing. Last Wednesday, fire officials responded to reports of a brush fire along Carson Rd, which ended up impacting several hundred acres in Northern Harrison County. The U.S. Forest Service confirmed on Monday afternoon that their investigation into the incident is…

Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair takes over Pascagoula

Monday marked one of the opening days for the Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair in Pascagoula. For an entire week, Pascagoula will home to dozens of rides, games, food vendors, and barnyard animals as the Jackson County Blue Ribbon Fair makes a return to town. The fair will lasts until Sunday and offers a variety of different events on a…

Louisiana couple pick up Make-A-Wish raffle car

Cruisin’ the Coast might be in the rearview mirror, one lucky couple just drove away with the Make-A-Wish raffle car! Don and Adele from Louisiana picked up their new ride last Thursday. It’s a 1966 Ford Mustang convertible. The best part, all proceeds from the raffle tickets benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Cruisin’ the Coast. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…

Hancock High hosts career fair for students

Students at Hancock High School are learning more about the career paths they can take as they enter college or choose a vocation after high school. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Junior returned to his alma mater to talk to students about the importance of having a career path. The career fair was a chance for students to make connections…

Biloxi Fire Department taking part in Fill The Boot Drive

If you’ve seen Biloxi Firefighters on the side of the road today, there’s a reason why. The Biloxi Fire Department once again taking part in this year’s Fill The Boot Drive. Firefighters have been out at the intersections of Cedar Lake and Popps Ferry October 21st collecting money, wrapping up at 6 PM. Firefighters will be out once again on…

North Harrison County residents speaking out on brush fire

The arson investigation into the northern Harrison County brush fire continues this week. People who live near that fire are speaking out on the disruption the fire caused to their lives. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest on the investigation. Categories: Local News, News

Mississippi Aquarium hosting Sea of Stars on October 24th

The front lawn of the Mississippi Aquarium lighting up on Thursday night. The aquarium is hosting Sea of Stars! Music lets guests dance the evening away until the show. Finger foods and cocktails are the refreshments. The party is supporting a great cause, all tickets sold help raise funds for the new penguin habitat. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Mississippi…

Jackson County Fair returns to Pascagoula

The Jackson County Fair is back! The Midway, food pavilion, and Food Truck Alley sections opened on Sunday. Tuesday, October 22nd is Family Night at the fair. Kiddie Land rides open at 2 PM, then ride prices are reduced from 4 – 9 PM. Youth dance groups show off dance moves from 5 to 7:30 PM. On Wednesday, October 23rd,…

Wreaths Across America looking for sponsors in Biloxi

2024’s Wreath Across America is planning a ceremony for the Biloxi National Cemetery on December 14th. Biloxi coordinator Becky Rutz joins WXXV News 25 in studio to talk about the need for sponsors ahead of the ceremony. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi, Biloxi National Cemetery, Wreath Across America, wreaths

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE at Hancock High School for College and Career Fair

This morning at about 9AM, Hancock High School kicked off its annual college and career fair. The fair featured over 50 organizations, including several branches of the military, college recruiters and businesses. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was live at Hancock High School in Kiln to give you all the details. Categories: Local News, News Tags: career and college…

Fallen Oak hosts 2nd Annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational

Some of the best college golfers in the country are on the Mississippi Gulf Coast as they compete in the 2nd Annual Fallen Oak Collegiate Invitational. The greens in Saucier were flooded with a select group of the nation’s top golf programs from the SEC, Big Ten, Big Twelve, Sun Belt, Mountain West, and American Conferences. Southern Miss Golf Coach…

Voter Boot Camp ahead of the election

The 2024 election is two weeks away. The Steps Coalition joins WXXV News 25 in studio to talk about an upcoming voter boot camp. Gordon Jackson joins us in studio to talk about the event happening at the Knight Nonprofit Center on October 23rd, happening at 10:30 AM. Categories: Local News, News Tags: 2024 election, Knight Nonprofit Center, The Steps…