Mom to Mom: Memory Jar
Mandy Williamson shows us how to create a memory jar on this week’s Mom to Mom. Categories: Mom to Mom Tags: Mom to Mom
Search for missing Jackson County man
A developing story here in South Mississippi, Jackson County Law Enforcement Agencies are searching for a man missing since the morning of Christmas Eve. Sixty-year-old Joseph Ladnier has not been seen since 8 a.m. on the 24th. The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office says he was leaving his home in Hurley to visit his son in Moss Point. He drives a…
12/26 – Jeff Vorick’s “Cooler & Breezy” Tuesday Morning Forecast
Cloud cover has moved back in with upper-level clouds streaming in. Temperatures are a few degrees cooler out the door this morning and winds have shifted to out of the north-to-northwest. Breezy conditions will gradually relax through the day and some breaks in the clouds are possible during the mid-morning timeframe. Tonight will be another notch colder with upper-30s –…
12/24 – Jeff’s “Rain/Tracking Santa” Christmas Forecast
Rain will persist through a lot of the overnight hours tonight with an area of low pressure moving through the region. Winds will also be elevated through around midnight. Some isolated rain cells could provide for strong wind gusts at times. Be mindful of isolated pockets of street flooding in the area overnight into early Christmas Day. The cold front…
Gulfport woman turns 101!
A year ago, we celebrated Ethelyn Mozingo hitting triple digits when she turned 100. It was a day of celebration at Memorial Driftwood Nursing Center – from sharing Christmas gifts to blowing out birthday candles. Born in 1922, Ethelyn Mozingo is turning 101. Her son Ron Mozingo says Ethelyn is hardworking and never complains. She retired after 32 years at…
Family caregiver named Mississippi Hero
Mississippi Heroes honored a mother for being a caregiver. Kelli Tucker is the caregiver for her adult brother, Michael, and her son, Sam. The two of them are autistic and need accommodations to navigate the world. Kelli Tucker is their advocate and caregiver, paving the way for them. Mississippi Heroes believes it takes a selfless person to dedicate their life…
12/22 – Jeff’s “Nice Saturday/Rain Christmas Eve” Christmas Weekend Forecast
Saturday will start with mild temperatures and sunshine will be present through much of the day. Expect partly cloudy skies and breezy conditions at times but temperatures will be quite pleasant with 70s in the afternoon. A nice start to the long weekend will give way to adverse conditions come Christmas Eve. A dynamic storm system will bring rounds of…
12/22 – Jeff Vorick’s “Rain Ahead” Friday Evening Forecast
A stunning day will be capped off by a mild evening and overnight with upper-level clouds streaming in. Temperatures will mostly be in the 50s out the door for your Saturday. Other than occasional bouts of cloud cover, tomorrow will be another stunning day with temperatures reaching the 70-degree mark for a lot of you. It will be breezy at…
High School Basketball: Gautier Gators vs. St. Patrick Fighting Irish
The St. Patrick Fighting Irish hosted the Gautier Gators on Thursday for some non-district high school hoops. This one was close at the break but in the second half, the Fighting Irish pulled away and got a big time win 65-36. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: basketball, high school basketball, sports
Southern Miss Basketball faces off against Ole Miss at Coast Coliseum
Mississippi basketball fans are getting a Christmas gift a few days early this year as Southern Miss is set to take on Ole Miss. On Saturday at 1 p.m., the 25th ranked Ole Miss Rebels and the Southern Miss Golden Eagles will battle it out at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum. Ole Miss is currently 11-0 while Southern Miss is 6-5….
Fire at Buddies House of Food in Moss Point
We have an update on a fire at a Moss Point restaurant yesterday. This is video of the blaze at Buddies House of Food sent to us by a viewer. According to Moss Point Fire Chief Daniel Wade, no injuries were reported. The fire is now under investigation by the state fire marshal’s office. They’ll be on scene next week…
Santa Claus stops by WXXV before Christmas
We have an old friend coming to visit us today! Santa Claus is in town for a quick trip before starting his Christmas Eve journey around the world. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: christmas, holidays, santa claus
Christmas Cookie Decorating with Rob and Riley
In studio today, we have some Christmas fun with Rob and Riley! Categories: Community Headlines Tags: christmas cookie decorating
12/22 – The Chief’s “Christmas Eve, Eve, Eve” Or Friday Morning Forecast
Weak upper level high pressure is currently over the southern Gulf of Mexico with a weakness moving eastward through Kansas. A stronger disturbance was along the West Coast with an embedded upper low pressure southwest of San Diego. At the surface, high pressure was centered over West Virginia, with low pressure over Nebraska. There is a cold front from the…
Six months since tornado struck Moss Point
Tuesday would make 6 months since the June tornado that struck the Moss Point community. “That’s what we take from this,” said Moss Point Mayor Billy Knight. “Even though it as a bad situation and we hate it happened. But let’s take this tragedy and use it as an opportunity to make it better.” Six months have passed since a…
12/21 – Jeff’s “Rain This Weekend” Thursday Night Forecast
Temperatures will be more pleasant overnight with the pattern changing. Some spots along the beachfront may stay warmer than the 50-degree mark. Clouds will be around overnight through a good part of your Friday. More opportunities for sunshine arrive later in the day. This weekend into the Christmas holiday bring some changes. Saturday will be quite nice with some sunshine…
“Holiday Greetings” from Armed Forces Retirement Home
Earlier this month, WXXV stopped by the Armed Forces Retirement Home in Gulfport to meet a few veterans and receive a few holiday greetings. Categories: Local News, News
Handmade parade hosted in Bay St. Louis
The Arts-Hancock County in Bay St. Louis hosted their second-ever handmade parade earlier Thursday night. Celebrating the longest night of the year, guests brought hand-made or purchased battery-powered lanterns for a parade. The parade began at the Arts Center and ended on the beach near Washington Street. Those who participated were greeted with a beach bonfire and food to conclude…
12/21 – Jeff’s “Winter Begins” Thursday Evening Forecast
Winter begins at 9:27 PM. Tonight will feature some cloud cover and an overall milder feel. Temperatures will not be as cold as previous nights though with some spots even struggling to drop to the 50-degree mark. Gradually, changes will be taking place over the next few days. Friday will feature some clearing during the afternoon hours but more mid-level…
D’iberville Police give tips for staying safe while Christmas shopping
Theft-related crimes tend to increase during the holiday season. A national crime victimization survey found that robbery and larceny increase by nearly 20% in December. We spoke with the D’iberville police department about what you can do to stay safe as you head out to do any last-minute shopping. The Diberville police department says the most common theft they see…
Community works together for Angel Tree distribution day
Families in Jackson and George County picked up their angel tree gifts from the Salvation Army this morning. The Salvation Army was able to serve over 300 children in Jackson and George County this year. Chevron and Ingalls funded about 100 children each and they were joined by other organizations to help distribute gifts. “To be able to give back…
Blessings on the Beach
Paul Boudreaux and Kevin Moore with Southern Properties United spoke with News 25 about the Blessings on the Beach event. The event takes place Christmas Day at Lighthouse Park. They will be serving and delivering chicken and ribs to the public from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: Blessings on the Beach, giving back, Southern Properties United
Morning Business Report: December 21st, 2023
Higher contribution limits are coming for 401K plans and IRAs next year and over a half billion dollars in railroad freight is stuck at the Texas border. Jane King is at the Nasdaq with those stories and more in today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report
Class Act Teacher of the Month: Vancleave Lower’s Stacy Riley
On this month’s Class Act, News 25’s Grant Chighizola went to Vancleave Lower Elementary to catch up with one first grade teacher on Grinch Day at school, a teacher who shares her love of learning with her students no matter the time of year. The sounds and sights of Christmas time are in the air at Vancleave Lower Elementary as…