Ollie’s opening in Pascagoula on September 25th

A new store is coming to Pascagoula. Ollie’s is setting up shop next Wednesday in the Chicot Crossing Shopping Center. The store will open at 9 AM after a ribbon cutting. Ollie’s will be located in the old Save-A-Lot center. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Chicot Crossing Shopping Center, Ollie’s, Pascagoula

NCBC Gulfport hosts Bells Across America Remembrance Ceremony

The Naval Construction Battalion Center hosted the Bells Across America Remembrance Ceremony. This event honors the Gold Star families who have lost an active duty service member. Today’s ceremony celebrated and honored all the lives of fallen service members across all military branches. A total of 80 names were read today with a bell being tolled after each one. The…

Biloxi officers graduate from D.A.R.E.

Two Biloxi officers graduating from the D.A.R.E. Program earlier this week. Officers Samuel Gaffney and Dayana Lyons graduated during a ceremony at the D’Iberville Middle School. The pair also met with students afterwards. Categories: Local News, News Tags: biloxi police, D.A.R.E program

Mississippi Songwriters Festival kicks off tonight

The Mississippi Songwriters Festival is kicking off in Ocean Springs tonight at 7. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. has a preview of the fun weekend ahead. The 15th annual Mississippi Songwriters Festival will begin September 19th, all the way through Sunday, September 22nd. Over 100 songwriters will be playing at ten venues in downtown Ocean Springs and Gautier. Not…

Coast Electric will not make customers pay for billing mistake

Coast Electric changing course on its decision to charge customers who were undercharged on their bills in a recent billing error. After thousands of customers were asked to pay the difference on a billing error made by Coast Electric, the company now announced they will no longer be charging for the error. In a statement released by Coast Electric, they…

Mississippi Power gives back for National Day of Service

Mississippi Power employees participated in a day of service in Biloxi on Wednesday. The Saluting Branches event was held at Biloxi National Cemetery. It’s all part of a larger National Day of Service where volunteers clean military cemeteries across the country. More than 50 South Mississippi volunteers spent their time trimming trees and washing headstones. This is the tenth year…

Peyton Aldridge performing at Mississippi Songwriters Showcase

We are joined by musician Peyton Aldridge ahead of his performance at the Mississippi Songwriters Showcase as part of the Mississippi Songwriters Festival. Peyton Aldridge performs Saturday, September 21st. The showcase begins at 9:15 at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Arts Center in Ocean Springs. For more information on the Mississippi Songwriters Festival, click here. Categories: Local News, News Tags:…

Morning Reporter Everett Ganier Jr. LIVE in Ocean Springs previewing the annual Mississippi Songwriters Festival

Join the Mississippi Songwriters alliance this weekend for an unforgettable celebration of music and creativity at the Mississippi Songwriters Festival in Ocean Springs. This four day event, will immerse you in the soulful melodies and lyrics of Mississippi’s finest songwriters. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was live at the Mary C. O’Keefe Cultural Center for Arts & Education in…

5K Run for Mercy and Shoe Drive

Joining us in studio are OLA Student Ambassadors Avery and Karoline. They are here to tell us about their upcoming 5K Race and Shoe Drive. Our Lady Academy (OLA) will host a 5K Run for Mercy and 1 Mile Fun Run on Saturday, September 21st, beginning at 8:00 a.m. in memory of a dynamic and devoted English teacher, Mary Alice…

09/19 Ryan’s “Getting Drier” Thursday Morning Forecast

Things are starting to noticeably dry up in terms of rain, but don't expect a big drop in humidity as we officially begin fall over the weekend.

Yesterday didn’t see much rain as we’re starting to see noticeably drier conditions moving into the mid-and-upper-levels. That’ll lead to fewer clouds, no showers, and lots more sun today and for the rest of the week, but notice I didn’t mention the humidity…which stays on the high side which has led to the last few misty mornings. This afternoon will…

WXXV 25 visits with First Lady Elee Reeves

On Tuesday, WXXV News 25 took a trip to the Governor’s Mansion in Jackson to visit First Lady Elee Reeves and tour the historic mansion. Reeves was born in Tylertown, MS, and attended Millsaps College, where she was involved in Millsaps Singers and Kappa Delta Sorority. She graduated with a Master’s degree in Business Administration. Reeves was also an avid…

New changes in place for Cruisin’ the Coast

Cruisin’ the Coast is almost here and with the event right around the corner, Cruisin’ organizers want to make sure you know about some of the new policies for this year’s event. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest on those changes. Some new changes to Cruisin’ the Coast parking this year, as spectator parking for Cruise Central has…

Rouses Market opens in Picayune

Residents of Picayune and the surrounding areas now have a third grocery option to choose from. The 40,000 square foot supermarket is located at 1701 Highway 43 and it marks Rouses’ fourth store in Mississippi. A fifth store is set to open in Biloxi in October. The Picayune location has employed up to 150 people in both full and part…

16-year-old shooting victim dies in Gulfport

Tragic new developments today in the case of a teen shot in Gulfport early Monday Morning. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel has the latest update on the identity of the victim as well as the status of the investigation. The 16-year-old who was shot in Gulfport on Monday morning has died, according to Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer. The victim…

Customers upset after Coast Electric reveals billing error

Around 4,500 South Mississippians are voicing their concerns after finding out they are being impacted by a billing error from their power company. In a statement made on September 17th, Coast Electric said a billing error charged customers incomplete amounts and are now asking for payment after the fact. This billing error affected 5% of their 90,000 customers who were…

Grant allows for researchers to conserve red wolf legacy on the coast

One Mississippi State University researcher is studying a population of coyotes along the Gulf Coast. The researcher is hoping to conserve the red wolf legacy on the coast. A $2.1 million grant is allowing Professor Dana Morin to study red wolf ancestry among wild canines along the gulf. The team will identity high conservation value, having the greatest potential to…

MPSC announces upcoming propane summit

If you are interested in propane and propane accessories, listen up! The Mississippi Public Service Commissioners announce an upcoming propane summit. The Propane Summit is scheduled for Tuesday, September 24th from 9 to 11:30 AM. The event is free, registration can be found by clicking HERE and the agenda for the event can be found HERE. Representatives from leading businesses…