Amtrak Service returns to the Gulf Coast

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- Amtrak Service has returned along the Gulf Coast. The new Mardi Gras service officially began operating Monday morning, bringing back passenger service for the first time since before Hurricane Katrina in 2005. The Amtrak train service is back on the Coast and it’s off to a great start as it rolled through Gulfport and people were able…

National Immunization Month

This month is National Immunization Month in the U.S. Joining us in studio is Memorial Health System Nurse Practitioner Tony Tanner to give us more information about the many types of vaccines out there.   Categories: Health, National News, News Tags: National Immunization Month

One injured in mobile home fire in Saucier

SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV)- One person was injured this weekend after a mobile home fire in Saucier. According to Harrison County Fire Rescue, it happened early Saturday morning. Six people were in the mobile home at the time of the blaze, but were able to escape before the home was completely destroyed. The cause of the fire is believed to be…

Pascagoula residents celebrate passenger rail service return

PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- Hundreds of people also gathered in Pascagoula at the loading platform to get a look at the train as it made its way to Mobile Saturday. That celebration consisted of performances from local marching bands, cheerleaders, and dance teams. Mardi Gras krewes made appearances, dressed in their glitzy attire, and feathered umbrellas. One group said they are…

City of Gulfport celebrates Amtrak’s return to the Coast

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Amtrak Mardi Gras service kicked off its new coastal route with block parties at each of its South Mississippi stops Saturday. It’s not Mardi Gras, but it definitely looked like it on Saturday morning. Hundreds of people came out dressed in purple, green, and gold to celebrate the return of the passenger train here on the…

Beau Rivage makes donations to local nonprofits

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Beau Rivage employees were busy Friday, presenting checks to South Mississippi nonprofits to support their work. We stopped by the check presentation at Moore Community House. The Beau delivered a $10,000 check for the Women in Construction program. The program provides hands-on training and career placement assistance for women seeking construction-related jobs. In all, Beau Rivage donated…

Wild Wonders – Annual Pass Sale

With so many fun events, fresh exhibits, and fun engagement – an afternoon making memories at The Mississippi Aquarium is a gift the whole family will enjoy! Ryan brought his son along to test out the adventure and get the scoop on all the benefits of an annual pass from Marketing Director Nicole Martz. Grab a Mississippi Aquarium family pass…

08/18 Ryan’s “Seasonal Start” Monday Morning Forecast

Expect a seasonal start to the week with highs and lows within a few degrees of normal and only a few showers.

Expect a fairly typical, seasonal start to the week as we enjoy slightly drier afternoons and manageable heat. Cloud cover will remain light for most of the day, leading to a quick warm-up to today’s high of 92. Factor in the humidity and it’ll feel more like 103° at it’s peak, just under Heat Advisory levels. It may warm a…

25 Teams in 25 Days: Pass Christian Pirates

Head Coach Jeff Stockstill is entering his third year leading the Pass Christian football team. In his first season, he led the Pirates to a historic 9-3 third round stint, and last season they broke even at 5’s. This upcoming season, Stockstill has his initial freshman class as seniors and he believes their experience and leadership will take them far,…

Services announced for Father Dennis Carver

Funeral arrangements have been announced for a beloved retired South Mississippi priest. Father Dennis Carver died Sunday, August 10 after a short battle with lung cancer. Visitation will be held from 10 to noon Monday, August 18 at Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church, followed immediately by a funeral mass. The Bay St. Louis native served as pastor of…

Applications for Youth Advisory Board

The Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence is accepting applications for their Youth Advisory Board Training Class. The class is open for those aged 14 to 20. The board helps members gain leadership skills, advocate for survivors. Applicants must complete a training class, participate in quarterly check in meetings either in person or through zoom. Parental consent is also required for…

Flamjeaux Coffee Company commemorating 20th anniversary of Katrina with honorary blend

BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV) — Flamjeaux Coffee Company specializes in coffee education and fresh, homemade blends, and owner Margot Brignac is using this to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina in a unique way. Brignac has rolled out Flamjeaux’s Cat 5 Dark Roast Blend, roasted in honor of the uniformed personnel who helped in the aftermath of the…

Mississippi Heritage Trust Photography Contest

The Mississippi Heritage Trust Photography Contest is underway right now. Submissions must be submitted by September 1. After that, public voting will take place from September 8 through September 22. The overall winner will receive $250 and be published in elevation magazine. Their photo also being framed and raffled. You can find more information by clicking here. Categories: Local News,…

Memorial Health hosting ‘Navigate Your Journey’ Career Expo

We’re joined by Brandi Kaletsch and Tony Alves from Memorial Health System to talk about an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to jump start or advance their career healthcare. Memorial’s Navigate Your Journey Career Expo takes place Tuesday, August 19, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Medical Office Building Atrium at Memorial Hospital Gulfport, located at 4500 13th…