Tree distribution giveaway in honor of Arbor Day

Today is Arbor Day in Mississippi and one group is celebrating by distributing trees and bushes to residents. The Harrison County Soil and Water Conservation District was at the Lyman Community Center just after signup to distribute an assortment of trees and bushes for $5 a car. The drive-thru event began at 7 a.m. and organizers said they will be…

Tech Byte – Broad Band Light Treatment

Patrick Moates explores Broad Band Light Treatment

There are thousands of websites and businesses devoted specifically to helping you look younger longer. Today we will literally shed some light on how broadband light treatment can help you maintain your youthful appearance for longer. Categories: Techbyte Tags: band, broad, byte, light treatment, patrick moates, rogers technology, solutions, TECH, techbyte

Mom to Mom – DIY School Valentines

Cute handmade Valentine directions for classmates and teachers.

WOW your kid’s classmates and teachers with cute handmade Valentines. Mandy gives step-by-step directions in this how-to segment! Categories: Mom to Mom Tags: classmates, DIY, handmade, how-to, mandy williamson, Mom to Mom, students, teachers, Valentine, valentine’s day, Valentines

Preview of Coast Parades this weekend

We are counting down the days until Fat Tuesday here at WXXV, but the carnival fun really ramps up tonight in South Mississippi. Our very own Grant Chighizola has the details on all the fun coming up! City of Ocean Springs City of Biloxi  City of Gulfport  City of Pass Christian Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: mardi gras

2/9 – Jeff Vorick’s “Warmer Start” Friday Morning Forecast

Areas of patchy dense fog will dissipate quickly this morning. Cloud cover will remain in place with peeks of sunshine here and there. Temperatures will be quite warm with 70s across our area this afternoon. Expect a 20% or so chance of passing showers at times for your Friday. A slow-moving train of storm systems will be parked in our…

Senior Citizens’ Mardi Gras Bash kicking off February 9

Happening February 9 at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi, a senior citizen’s Mardi Gras Bash kicks off at 11:30 and runs until 1! The event is free to the public and is open to anyone 55 or older. A king, queen, a grand duke, and a grand duchess will be chosen by drawing and crowned! There will be…

Locals welcome the Great Food Truck Race

The race is on, except you won’t be running anywhere during this race. The Great Food Truck Race is happening on the Gulf Coast this week. Food trucks from across the nation are battling it out for the Mississippi Gulf Coast’s love. Businesses are trucking across the Mississippi Gulf Coast to show locals what they have to offer for the…

Security Forces Protection Exercises at the NBCB

U.S. Naval Security Forces are participating in force protection exercises for the next few weeks. News 25 got a peek at one of the active shooter drills conducted by the Naval Security Forces Thursday morning. The training goes hand-and-hand with the annual Navy-wide Solid Curtain Citadel/ Shield Operation exercises. The exercises give the Navy a chance to assess their capabilities…

Coach Jay Ladner’s family releases statement thanking fans

The family of Southern Miss Men’s Basketball Coach Jay Ladner has released a statement after he suffered a heart-related medical emergency earlier this week. The family is thanking fans for the outpouring of support and also thanking the doctors at Hattiesburg’s Forrest General Hospital for their work in treating Coach Ladner. Ladner is said to be in great spirits and…

Joppa Shriners Steak Night

Joining us this afternoon is Bruce Hill with the Joppa Shriners. He is here to tell us about the Shriner’s Steak Night coming up. The Shriner’s Steak Night takes place Friday at 6 p.m. at 13280 Shriners Boulevard in Woolmarket. Doors open at 5:30. $20 for a steak, potato, salad, bread, and drink. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Joppa Shriners Steak…

Ocean Springs has 2nd largest signing day on the coast as 10 student-athletes put pen to paper

The Ocean Springs Greyhounds saw 10 different student-athletes put pen to paper on Wednesday. Talen Carter will attend Jacksonville State. Trace Carter, Eric Moore, and Lamar Vaxter will continue their careers at Pearl River Community College. Christian Bingham is heading to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College while Kristian Dillard will head to ECCC. Shane Toler will take his talents to…

Vancleave Bulldogs hit big on National Signing Day

The Vancleave Bulldogs had three student-athletes take the next step in their athletic journeys on Wednesday. Mary Holmes will continue her volleyball career at Northwest Community College. Joey Waltman will take the football field at Pearl River Community College. Karson Netto put pen to paper to continue cheerleading at Pearl River Community College. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags:…

East Central football star commits to play college ball at Pearl River Community College

East Central football was led on and off the field by Gabriel Miller this last season. Miller got things done on the gridiron this year, earning himself all-state and all-star honors. On Wednesday, during National Signing Day, he signed to continue his career at PRCC. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports Team Tags: east central high school, Footbal, national signing day,…

George County sees four student-athletes take the next step in the careers

George County high school saw four student-athletes sign to continue their athletic careers at the next level. Two baseball players – Gage Reeves and Andrew Nelson – signed to continue playing on the diamond at the community college level. Reeves signed to Jones community college while Nelson signed to East Central Community College. Devin Knight and Marlin Odom, both part…

Two Harrison Central high school football stars put pen to paper on National Signing Day

Last season the Harrison Central Red Rebels team finished with a 6-5 overall record… a big part as to why they finished above .500 has to do with both Kieron Jones and Devonie Bailey. On Wednesday, Jones committed to Copiah Lincoln Community College while Bailey is taking his talents to Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College. Categories: Local Sports, Sports, Sports…

2/7 – Jeff’s “Warmer End To The Week” Wednesday Night Forecast

Temperatures will be a few degrees warmer to start your Thursday. More clouds will be around as a more active subtropical jet stream will contribute to mid-level and upper-level clouds moving in. It will feel pleasant both Thursday and Friday afternoon as a milder pattern takes hold across our area. Friday morning will be even warmer with temperatures in the…

Ocean Springs mayor gives updates at Breakfast with Mayor event

This morning, Ocean Springs Mayor Kenny Holloway talked to local residents and businesses at Breakfast with Mayor. The quarterly event took place at the Lady May restaurant and was hosted by the Ocean Springs Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Holloway gave updates on the city infrastructure and parks and recreation latest operations. The hot topic of the morning was the proposed…