This afternoon in Harrison County, the Blue Ribbon Committee on Child Protection rolled out a new legislative program that, if passed, would address improving the safety measures for abused children. During this meeting, Judge Margaret Alfonso presented her proposed legislation, Baby DJ’s Law, a vital initiative aimed at enhancing the protection of children in cases of severe abuse, neglect, or…
WXXV Sports Director Jevan McCoskey joins us from Hattiesburg as the Tigers welcome the George County Rebels for what could possibly be the premiere high school football match up in the entire state tonight. Categories: Local Sports, Sports Tags: football, sports
Outside of some trace amounts along the coast, yesterday didn’t see the few showers we expected to see, but that rainy weather has already starting moving in today. So far measurable amounts have only fallen in Bay St. Louis, though almost every coastal city should see at least a quarter of an inch or more through the day. Even that…
We are joined by Retired Colonel Jim Hollingsworth of the Gulf Coast Veterans Parade. He is here to talk about the need for volunteers ahead of a Veteran’s Day Parade. For more information, click here. Categories: Community Headlines Tags: gulf coast veterans parade
Pass Christian School District achieved high state ratings. To celebrate the significant achievement, the district hosted an academic pep rally this morning. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier Jr. is at Pass Christian with more. Categories: Local News, News Tags: Pass Christian School District
A special mural honors Mississippi legend and Southern Miss alum Jimmy Buffett. The Hattiesburg Alliance for Public Art unveiled their 57th mural on October 1st. It is called “Parrots in Parade” and the artist is Gulfport native Lucinda L’Enfant. The mural is found on Hardy Street near the Crescent City Grill. Be sure to check it out next time you’re…
The City of Hattiesburg unveiled their 56th mural on September 29th. The mural is titled “Corazon de la Comunidad,” translating to heart of the community. Hector Boldo is the artist, painting the mural on the side of a silo. Anyone wanting to see the piece of art can find it on Jackson Street just outside the downtown area. Categories: Local…
Chapel Hart would like to invite you to join them in donating to the WXXV Relief-a-Thon to help out the victims of Hurricane Helene. All proceeds go to Hurricane Helene victims through the American Red Cross. The link will remain open through Sunday. Click here to donate or call 1-800-HELP NOW. Tags: Chapel Hart, relief-a-thon
We are joined in studio by Chapel Hart! We catch up with them ahead of their performance at Grand Slam Jam this weekend. For more information or to purchase tickets, click here. Categories: Featured, Local News, News Tags: Chapel Hart, Grand Slam Jam
Outside of some trace amounts along the coast, yesterday didn’t see the few showers we expected to see, but that rainy weather has already starting moving in today. So far measurable amounts have only fallen in Bay St. Louis, though almost every coastal city should see at least a quarter of an inch or more through the day. Even that…
On Thursday afternoon, hundreds gathered at the Hancock Whitney Plaza to dedicate the park after late CEO George Schloegel. The park at the Hancock Whitney Plaza will now be know as George Schloegel Lighthouse Park, after a ceremony which was attended by George Schloegel’s family, community and business leaders from across the coast, as well as residents from various parts…
Thursday evening the Old Place in Gautier was transformed into the hosting grounds for Savor Jackson County Food and Wine Festival, bringing in restaurants and businesses from all across South Mississippi to show off their best culinary creations. From fresh seafood, to Mexican food, to locally distilled rum, it was a showcase of some of the best that the coast…
Showers with isolated thunderstorms are slowly making their way northward from the Louisiana coast. There is a moisture gradient along I-10 that separates the deepest moisture. The biggest of thunderstorms, no surprise align well with deepest atmospheric moisture. Those should continue to make their way northward as the tropical wave in the central gulf also moves northward throughout Thursday night….
The Hattiesburg Zoo is introducing two new residents! The two emus are named Velma and Daphne. Guests at the zoo were able to cast their vote for the two names over the weekend, choosing out of four options. The emus can be found at the Wallaby Walkabout in the Australian exhibit. Categories: Local News, News Tags: emu, emus, hattiesburg, hattiesburg…
The Hard Rock Casino is stepping up to support communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Two pallets of water were given as part of the relief efforts. The City of Biloxi is taking care of the donations, sending those supplies to Perry, Florida. A total of $5000 is being donated as well, half going to North Carolina and half going to…
Students explored the world of work at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College earlier today. This event provided an opportunity for industry and business partners to give direct input into the training programs offered at college. The summit brought together industry leaders and community partners to provide feedback on workforce needs, emerging technology, and industry challenges. The goal was to align…
Events leading up to the start of Cruisin’ the Coast begin this weekend and many Cruisers are already in town and getting settled in. The excitement for Cruisin’ the Coast is practically bubbling over at this point as the lawn at Centennial Plaza will be filled with beautiful antique cars as Coast residents and tourists alike are ready to hit…
The City of Gautier is beginning to work on new infrastructure projects after receiving funding earlier this week. In a city council meeting on October 1st, the City of Gautier approved the use of two infrastructure bonds that will give the town some much needed improvements. The bonds were introduced on business agenda items three and four in Tuesday’s meeting…
Serve, Block, Kill, Repeat. These are the words and actions that this week’s student athlete lives by, and does an absolutely outstanding job doing it too. She truly looks the part of a volleyball player, but it’s her heart and work ethic that shine the brightest. Introducing our WXXV Student Athlete of the Week, Gulfport’s middle hitter Lynde “Izzi” Barnes….
Your Thursday will get off to a nice, sunny start, but it won’t last too long as cloud cover and rain moves in quickly later this evening. We aren’t expecting to see anything serious, but at least a few thunderstorms and upwards of an inch an a half of rainfall along the coast aren’t out of the question. Nothing major,…
Jake Bond of the Joppa Shriners is in studio to tell us about an upcoming golf tournament plus a few other events they are hosting. You can sign up for the 4-man scramble that takes place October 5th at Bayou Vista Golf Course in Gulfport. It costs $200 per team. For more information contact Pearce Sunderland at 228-547-7276 or Jake…
Every year the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department host a toy drive around the holidays to make sure Christmas is special for everyone but this year it means more. Santa Wears a Badge is a toy drive started by records inventory clerk Connie Bosarge “Four of us got together and tried to figure out what to do and we came up…
Lelia An May Malley A Cold Case murder victim has been identified as a Long Beach woman after 22 years. The victim was identified with new technology utilized by the FBI for the first time in New Orleans. On February 24th, 2002 an unidentified adult female was discovered dead in a field in the1200 block of Eliza Street in Algiers….
Jane King is at the Nasdaq with today’s Morning Business Report. Categories: Business Tags: business, morning business report