Pearl River Community College Softball Punches First Ever Ticket To World Series!
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Wildcats Make History: Pearl River Clinches First NJCAA World Series Berth in Dominant Fashion

Ansley Brent,

POPLARVILLE, Miss. — It was another electric day in “Pop-Vegas” as Pearl River Community College delivered a statement performance, overpowering Northeast Mississippi Community College 12-4 in the Poplarville Regional Championship to secure the program’s first-ever trip to the NJCAA Softball World Series. From the very first inning, the Wildcats made their intentions clear: score early, score often, and never let…

Kroc Center Pool Reopens In Biloxi
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Kroc Center pool reopens in Biloxi

WXXV Staff,

BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Kroc Center announces the pool is officially back open. The pool closed so crews could do maintenance and so the aquatic staff could make sure everything was safe. Kroc Center employees encourage residents to reserve their spot online ahead of coming out. Categories: Local News Tags: Kroc center, pool

5/5 Sam's Tuesday Night Forecast
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5/5 – Sam’s Tuesday Night Forecast

Meteorologist Sam Lucey has a look at the week ahead
Sam Lucey,

We’ll stay warm, breezy, and a bit humid tonight with lows around 70. Wednesday stays partly sunny and warm, but clouds start to build through the day as our next system approaches. Rain chances ramp up late Wednesday night, with a much wetter pattern setting in Thursday and Friday. Expect periods of showers and thunderstorms, with the best chance for…

Mema Officials Urge Residents To Prepare For Hurricane Season
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MEMA officials urge residents to prepare for hurricane season

Dave Elliott,

The start of hurricane season is right around the corner. June 1 marks the beginning of the season and everyone on the Coast is encouraged to be prepared. We’re in the middle of Hurricane Preparedness Week and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency is highlighting some of the critical things we should all be doing and all be aware of. MEMA…

Bikin’ The Beach Festival Takes Over Long Beach
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Bikin’ the Beach festival takes over Long Beach

WXXV Staff,

LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Bikin’ the Beach will be taking over Long Beach soon. The bike festival takes place from May 14 to the 17 at Harper McCaughan Town Green, offering tattoos, stunts, and free live music. Mayor Tim Pierce, Jason Stearma, and Jennifer Miller join us with more. For more information, click here. Categories: Local News Tags: bikin the…

Celebrating Cinco De Mayo On The Coast
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Celebrating Cinco De Mayo on the Coast

Asia Ellis,

South Mississippi restaurants and food trucks are cooking up some great Mexican cuisine today to celebrate Cinco De Mayo. Some still confuse Cinco De Mayo with Mexican Independence Day, which is actually celebrated on September 16. This specific holiday commemorates Mexico’s victory at the Battle of Puebla, but for many, it’s also a day filled with food, music, and time…

Customers React To Climbing Gas Prices Across The Gulf Coast
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Customers react to climbing gas prices across the Gulf Coast

Brynne Baxley,

SOUTH MISS (WXXV)- Drivers across the Gulf Coast are feeling another squeeze at the pump as gas prices continue to climb. WXXV’s Brynne Baxley spoke with customers about how the rising costs are hitting their wallets and shares practical ways you can save on your next fill up. As of Monday, according to AAA, the national gas price average was…

Hurricane Hunters Visit The Gulf Coast
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Hurricane Hunters visit the Gulf Coast

Brynne Baxley,

MOBILE, AL (WXXV)- Two-thirds of our Weather Authority team are out in Mobile today, talking to some of the people who track and study hurricanes when they form. Brynne Baxley and Sam Lucey are going behind the scenes today with the Hurricane Hunters. Brynne has more from Mobile. Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: Hurricane Hunters

Two Arrested After Search Warrant In Pearl River County
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Two arrested after search warrant in Pearl River County

WXXV Staff,

PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pearl River County Sheriff’s Department is sharing details about an arrest made last week. On April 29, the sheriff’s department narcotics division received a search warrant for a home in Picayune. During the search, deputies found a large quantity of marijuana, THC vape products, scales, and packing materials. Those found in the home were…

Hancock High Students Speak After Ice Detention
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Hancock High students speak after ICE detention

WXXV Staff,

HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Hancock High students Israel and Max Makoka are back home in Diamondhead and they are speaking out about their ICE detention. The brothers were taken into ICE custody due to alleged issues with their student visas on April 21 while waiting for the school bus. Now, the brothers and their host family say they’re adjusting to…

Historic Lovelace Oak Tree Removed In Ocean Springs
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Historic Lovelace oak tree removed in Ocean Springs

WXXV Staff,

OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The historic Lovelace oak tree has been removed in Downtown Ocean Springs. The tree was located at the intersection of Government Street and Washington Avenue. Elected officials say upon further inspection, it was clear the tree was completely rotten on the inside. Those officials saying the condition created a safety concern for residents, visitors, and property….

Wxxv Celebrates Cinco De Mayo In Style
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WXXV celebrates Cinco De Mayo in style

Asia Ellis,

GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Today is Cinco De Mayo and we are in the festive spirit here at WXXV News 25. Mezcalito Taqueria and Catering stopped by our studio on this Taco Tuesday. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis gives us the details on what you can expect from this local food truck! Categories: Featured, Local News Tags: cinco de mayo

05/05 Ryan's "clouds Move In" Tuesday Morning Forecast
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05/05 Ryan’s “Clouds Move In” Tuesday Morning Forecast

Clouds move in today after yesterday's sunshine, but the rain holds off a bit longer.
Ryan Mahan,

Yesterday’s sunny skies are gone as clouds move in along with higher humidity for your Cinco de Mayo festivities. It’s still going to be a pretty good day, but hard to compare with yesterday’s absolute perfection. The dewpoint rose 10 degrees, which took us out of the “comfortable” 50s and into the “humid” 60s. It will continue to trend upwards…

Harrison Central Baseball Celebrates Two Athletes Signing To The Next Level!
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Harrison Central Baseball celebrates two athletes signing to the next level!

Ansley Brent,

The Harrison Central Red Rebel baseball team is sending a pitcher/catcher duo to the next level! Congratulations are in order as seniors Bubba Harris and Connor Harrison officially put pen to paper with their future programs. Bubba Harris is joining the Bears at Southwest Community College, and Connor Harrison is joining the Choctaws at Mississippi College. Both Red Rebels took…

St. Martin Flag Football’s Olivia Umanzor Signs With Millsaps College!
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St. Martin Flag Football’s Olivia Umanzor signs with Millsaps College!

Ansley Brent,

The St. Martin Yellowjackets are celebrating yet another trail blazer on their girl’s flag football team! Senior defensive back Olivia Umanzor officially signed to continue her academic and athletic career at Millsaps College. Umanzor has been a key piece of the Yellow Jackets’ defense, using her speed and instincts in the secondary to make big plays and shut down opposing…

Pearl River Softball Advances To Poplarville Regional Championship Game With 5 2 Win Over Jones College
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Pearl River Softball advances to Poplarville Regional Championship Game with 5-2 win over Jones College.

Ansley Brent,

The Pearl River Community College softball team hosted Jones College for their second match-up in the Region 23 Regional tournament. With the help of eight stakeouts from Ana-Grace Garcia and a two-run home run by Anastasia Acree, the No. 5 Wildcats defeat No. 6 Jones College with a final score of 5-2. Pearl River now advances to the Poplarville Regional…