Mississippi Lottery announces new monthly games
Savannah Tirey from the Mississippi Lottery joins us to tell us all about the new games this month. Categories: Local News, News
Morning Business Report: August 5, 2025
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Locally owned businesses react to Amtrak launch nearing
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service will soon roll through the Mississippi Gulf Coast. With the intercity service set to roll out in just two weeks, taking passengers from Mobile to New Orleans, and making multiple stops along the way. Local businesses are looking ahead to the future and hoping the passenger train will bring plenty of…
‘I’m excited to be that vessel:’ South Mississippi man to offer fishing charter for individuals with disabilities
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — What would the Mississippi Coast be without fishing? It’s a hobby, a job and a passion for many who take to the area’s waters. One Coast man is using this passion to fulfill a much bigger purpose: making sure that people of all abilities have a chance to hit the open water with a fishing pole….
8/4 – Sam Lucey’s “Quiet but Unsettled” Monday Evening Forecast
Tonight, we’re watching for another round of showers and storms after 9 p.m., with about a 50% chance of rain. Skies will stay mostly cloudy early before gradually clearing toward morning. Temperatures dip to the low 70s, and winds will be light and calm overnight. By Tuesday, the heat builds back in with highs near 89 under partly sunny skies….
Secretary of State’s office launches ‘I Voted Sticker’ contest
Mississippi Secretary of State Michael Watson’s office has launched a new initiative to design new ‘I Voted’ stickers for future elections. It’s part of the larger ‘Promote the Vote’ program. Anyone 18 years or older who is registered to vote in Mississippi is encouraged to design and submit artwork to be used as the ‘I Voted’ sticker for all 82…
Meeting the Walter Anderson Museum of Art’s new executive director
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)-The Walter Anderson Museum of Art is dedicated to the work and life of Ocean Springs artist Walter Anderson. The museum has a new executive director, Maddie Codling. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott stopped by the museum today to talk to Maddie about her vision for the museum and some of the exciting things happening at WAMA….
Government Street Paving Project scheduled to begin Tuesday
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- After a summer pause, the Government Street Paving Project in Ocean Springs will resume this week, creating detours, parking restrictions, and some lane closures. The Government Street Paving Project in Ocean Springs is scheduled to begin at about 9 a.m. Tuesday, August 5 and is expected to last about one week. Despite the lane closures and…
Benefit for Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy Amber Simmons
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A benefit is being held Tuesday for a Marine veteran and Harrison County Sheriff’s Deputy diagnosed with cancer. Perry Pezzarossi and Sheriff Matt Haley join us with more about the benefit. The benefit takes place from 4:30 to 6:30 at the Harrison County Soccer Fields on County Farm Road. All proceeds from the sale will assist…
Comedian Steve Trevino performing at Beau Rivage
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-One comedian is making his way to the Beau Rivage this Friday for a night of laughs and fun. Steve Trevino joins us via Zoom to discuss his upcoming performance. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: beau rivage, Steve Trevino
Mississippi Highway Patrol trooper seriously injured in weekend accident
SOUTH MISS. (WXXV)- South Mississippians are rallying around the family of a Mississippi Highway Patrol trooper seriously injured in an on-duty accident here on the Coast over the weekend. Details on the nature of the crash are still limited, but we do know that Trooper Tavon Moore’s recovery is expected to take months. Moore is a husband and father of…
Morning Business Report: August 4, 2025
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How student athletes can stay protected as heat persists in South Mississippi
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) – As the new school year begins, student-athletes are back on the field, but the summer heat isn’t letting up. In South Mississippi, high temperatures continue to average around 90 degrees. Each year, nearly 9,000 high school athletes nationwide are treated for heat-related illnesses. As South Mississippi continues to experience intense heat, West Harrison is taking steps…
Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College holds first volleyball practice
PERKINSTON, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College officially stepped onto the volleyball court for the first time, holding its inaugural practice and marking the beginning of a brand-new era in bulldog athletics. The addition of volleyball was announced earlier this year as part of MGCCC’s push to expand athletic opportunities and meet the growing interest in the sport across…
Wild Wonders with Ryan Mahan: Penguins
We're at Mississippi Aquarium once again, this time to learn about penguins and how you can meet them!
Today’s Wild Wonders with Mississippi Aquarium is all about penguins! We meet with William, a South African Blackfooted penguin. These guys are native to the coastline of South Africa, so they aren’t too uncomfortable in our warmer Gulf Coast climate. They are endangered though, so it’s good to see them thriving here, especially since the aquarium just hatched three more!…
College Transparency Act reintroduced
Senator Cindy Hyde Smith announced the reintroduction of the College Transparency Act. Hyde-Smith joins Senator Bill Casidy in initiating this piece of legislation requiring colleges and universities to provide students and families with more reliable data. This piece of legislation would provide comprehensive information on graduation rates, job prospects, and earnings for students to make educated decisions for their education…
Bill aiming to fund health, education training advances to Senate
JACKSON, Miss. (WXXV)- A bill aimed at providing funding for health, education, and jobs throughout the state has advanced. The FY2026 Appropriations Bill has advanced to the Senate after Senator Cindy Hyde Smith voted to approve this bill. This piece of legislation aims to fund the advancement of maternal health, education and job training in the state of Mississippi. The…
Blue Mass ceremony in D’Iberville honors local first responders
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Sacred Heart Catholic Church hosted a blue mass to honor first responders from the D’Iberville police and fire departments as well as the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and fire department. The service paid tribute to the dedication and daily sacrifices made by those who serve in emergency response. Attendees joined in prayer for the continued strength and…
Renovations to Pass Christian Fire Department
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pass Christian Fire Department is getting ready to move into a newly renovated space. WXXV News 25’s Jordyn Lassiter has the story. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: pass christian fire department
MDOT announces projects are moving along
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV)- The Mississippi Department of Transportation sharing updates to some projects across South Mississippi. Major progress is being done on I-10 in Harrison and Hancock counties. Crews are widening I-10 from four to six lanes from Diamondhead to County Farm Road. The widening project is ongoing in both directions with paving underway on the westbound side. On the…
Biloxi Main Street kicks off August with First Friday Block Party
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) — South Mississippians flocked to Howard Avenue in Biloxi on Friday evening to kick off the month of August with the First Friday Block Party. This monthly event featured opportunities to shop, grab a bite to eat from a handful of food trucks and enjoy live music from bands Snow Day and Hip Pocket. Craft vendors sold…
Roy Anderson Corp celebrates 70 years of business
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — Roy Anderson Corp celebrated 70 years of business with an event at the Mississippi Aquarium for employees and their families on Friday night. Smiling faces packed the aquarium, where they enjoyed refreshments, received gift bags and had access to all of the animal exhibits. The general contractor is responsible for the construction of many large-scale buildings…
8/1 – Sam Lucey’s “Warm and Humid” Friday Night Forecast
After a mostly quiet Friday night, a more active stretch of weather sets in starting Saturday. Rain and thunderstorms become likely each afternoon through at least Thursday, with daily rain chances ranging from 50 to 80 percent. Some storms could bring heavy downpours, especially over the weekend. Highs will hover in the upper 80s to low 90s, while overnight lows…
88th annual Knost Regatta returns to Pass Christian Yacht Club
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mississippi Sound will be full of competition and tradition this weekend. The Pass Christian Yacht Club is getting ready to host one of the most prestigious all-women sailing events on the Gulf Coast. The 88th annual Knost Regatta sets sail this weekend at PCYC. Twelve yacht clubs from across the Gulf Coast spanning from Louisiana…