HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- We’re a little more than a month out from a bond vote in Hancock County, with the school district seeking nearly $50 million in bonds to fund renovations to campuses across the district. The ballot for this bond measure will allow voters to either vote for or against the bond issue, and details what the money…
Two major education bills are moving forward in Mississippi and they could soon change what students learn both in and out of the classroom. From driver’s education to financial literacy, school districts on the Coast are now preparing for what’s next. Mississippi lawmakers are pushing for more real-world skills in the classroom, skills like learning how to drive and learning…
The front half of this week has been beautiful so far, and we’re in for another nice one today with just a few more clouds moving in. That’ll still leave room for plenty of sun though, so expect mostly sunny skies with a high near 80 for coastal areas while inland locations will max out a few degrees warmer. The…
It is Wednesday in South Mississippi, which means today we meet this week’s WXXV Weather Kid, Caleigh! Caleigh is 10 and LOVES a rainy day. She doesn’t mind storms either, but knows if they get a little too strong she avoids windows and may even head into her safe space…the bathtub. If she’s stuck inside on a rainy day she…
St. Patrick Softball hosted the East Central Hornets for their final game of the regular season. The Lady Hornets opened up the game with a run in the first and a second run in the fourth. The Fighting Irish fight back with run in the sixth, but it wouldn’t be enough. Talented defensive plays and stellar pitching kept this one…
Gulfport Baseball hosted the d’Iberville Warriors for game one of their final district series. The Warriors quickly plated one run in both the second, third and fourth inning. The Admirals waited until the bottom of the fourth inning to respond, regaining all three runs back. Another run wouldn’t score until the bottom of the seventh as the Admirals walk it…
Congratulations are in order for one of the most talented female athletes George County has even seen! Not only is senior Lani McDoniel a standout volleyball, soccer and track athlete, but she’s also leading their flag football team to their best season yet. The quarterback and defensive end was tabbed with Mississippi Player of the Week by the New Orleans…
Fastpitch on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is on fire this spring and the future of it is bright. One of the many people contributing to the overall success is Pearl River Central’s sophomore catcher, Addison Davis. Currently 7-1 in regional play, the Pearl River Central softball team is just one win away from clinching their fifth district title in a…
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV) — Pascagoula baseball is mourning the loss of Braylyn Knowles, who died over the weekend. The junior was a beloved member of the Panthers program, and on Tuesday night, hundreds packed Richie Tillman Field to watch Pascagoula take on Gautier on the diamond in his honor. Fans brought signs, wore buttons and wrote notes to Knowles. The…
The Parkinson’s Foundation will be hosting a fundraiser this Thursday at four Coast Raising Cane’s locations. From 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. all you have to do is mention the fundraiser while ordering or apply the code ‘R-C-FUND 96’ to online or app orders. Raising Cane’s will donate 15 percent of net sales to the Parkinson’s Foundation Gulf Coast chapter….
Ellen Leach, the founder of Mississippi Missing and Unidentified, has passed away after a battle with cancer. By day, Leach worked at Hobby Lobby in Gulfport, but by night, she became a voice for the missing. From her computer, she shared cases, helped families, and worked tirelessly to identify remains in unsolved investigations. She is being remembered not just for…
We’ve seen great progress with public education in Mississippi over recent years. Test scores have gone and the graduation rate has increased. One area remains a topic of concern. Chronic absenteeism or truancy is still a problem. The legislature passed a bill to be more proactive on the issue. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliot spoke to Gulfport School Superintendent Glen…
Memorial Health System is celebrating a major milestone Tuesday. Dr. Umair Malik has completed over 100 Watchman procedures, helping patients reduce their risk of stroke and take control of their heart health. Memorial is one of few in Mississippi that offer the Watchmen FLX device and is utilized as an alternative to the lifelong use of blood thinners for people…
Skies remain mostly clear tonight with lows dipping to the low 60s and winds staying light from the south. Sunshine dominates the forecast from Wednesday through Friday, with afternoon temperatures reaching 80 at the coast with low to mid 80s inland each day. Overnight lows will stay in the mid-60s, continuing the warm and slightly humid springtime feel. The pattern…
D’IBERVILLE, Miss. (WXXV)- Drivers in D’Iberville should expect delays as a two-phase utility project begins along a busy corridor. Phase one of a two-phase construction project in D’Iberville is now in the works. This has closed both northbound lanes of Lamey Bridge Road just south of Sangani Boulevard and Mallett Road. The city’s plan is to shift traffic to the…
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- The 30th annual fishing rodeo turned a simple day of fishing into a lifetime of memories for special needs students in the Picayune School District. About one hundred special needs students from the Picayune School District took part in the Rotary Club’s 30th annual fishing rodeo. The event was designed to give each student a hands-on outdoor…
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Lynn Meadows Wings Performing Arts Group is teaming up with the Beau Rivage for a fundraiser. ‘Dreams’ is taking place on April 23 featuring actors, singers, and dancers. Heather Johnson and Morgan Valentine join us head of the performance. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: Dreams, Lynn Meadows Wings Performing Arts Group
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Mary C. in Ocean Springs is hosting an Earth Day celebration on April 18. Ahead of the day, Sarah Qarqish joins us in studio with details. The fun takes place from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and is free to the public. For more information, visit the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center on Facebook.
The Rotary Club of Pearl River County hosted their 30th annual fishing rodeo designed to be an inclusive and memorable event for students with special needs. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis was live ahead of the fun. Categories: Local News Tags: fishing, Pearl River County School District, Picayune Rotary Club, Youth Fishing Rodeo
SAUCIER, Miss. (WXXV) — Easter has since passed, but bunnies given as gifts for the holiday may soon end up on the streets. Every year around easter, rabbits are often given as gifts, but as they grow and require more care, many are later released outside, where they are unlikely to survive. In Saucier, Lola and Friends Bunny Rescue of…
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Family members of some of the victims killed in a deadly train-van collision in Stone County late last month have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the train’s operators. That’s according to our media partner, the Sun Herald. The suit was filed in Stone County Circuit Court by Gulfport attorney David Pitre on behalf of the…
Every other Tuesday we feature a pet up for adoption at the Jackson County Animal Shelter. Joining us is Maridee Mallette to tell us about this week’s News 25 Pet of the Week, Bean! Categories: Local News, Pet of the Week Tags: jackson county animal shelter, pet of the week
We had a couple of Dense Fog Advisories in Stone and George counties this morning with areas of locally dense fog, but that’s now shifting towards hazy as the sun comes up. Don’t expect much mugginess due to dewpoints remaining in the 60 degree range, but it will be close and still a little hazy along the coast. That’s due…
It’s time to recognize some outstading local baseball players that were selecter as 2026 Crossroads Diamond Club D.M. Howie All-Stars! The following athletes were selected: Johan Baez – Ocean Springs Bradyn Havard – George County Connor Lofton – Biloxi Carter Naron – d’Iberville Colt Robertson – Picayune Justin San Miguel – Ocean Springs Cam Sandel – West Harrison Thomas…