We’re highlighting one of our South Mississippi counties known across the state as “The County of Murals.” A total of 31 can be found in Stone County, including six in Blaylock Park in Wiggins. The artwork showcases historic events and even famous faces from around the county. Layla Essary, the executive director of Stone County’s Economic Development Partnership, tells more…
Harrison County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the death of a pedestrian early Monday morning and are searching for a suspect. Deputies believe the accident happened between two and three in the morning on Orange Grove Road and Azalea Trace. Deputies found a man lying dead in the roadway. Harrison County Coroner Brian Switzer identified the victim as 38-year-old Patrick Howard…
Tropical Storm Debby is likely to still only be near the South Carolina or Georgia coastline Wednesday evening. It may take until Friday night or Saturday to get far enough north to get absorbed into the westerlies. Until that happens, there is going to be little day to day change locally. As long as surface winds continue to be out…
The City of Ocean Springs made big changes just months ago, as it made the decision to extend city limit lines and annex area streets and neighborhoods. However, these changes have not come without some tension and frustration. As newly-annexed residents interacted in a meet-and-greet forum on Monday night, it became clear that not everyone was on board with officially…
We have already reached double-digits on our visits for this years 25 teams in 25 days. Today we visit with a team who is welcoming a first-year head coach – the Harrison Central Red Rebels. “We try to look good, feel good, play good and that is our mentality right now.” A good mentality to have for first-year Red Rebels…
Harrison County Emergency Management Director Matt Stratton is in the studio to talk about hurricane preparedness. Statton said August and September are the busiest times of the year for storms that might impact the Mississippi Gulf Coast. “One of the good things about hurricane preparedness is that it is never too late to start and so this a good time…
Pearl River Community College cut the ribbon on the long-awaited Hancock County campus earlier today. This facility has been a dream for Pearl River Community College since 2016. Eight years later, the college is ready to welcome its first year of students. PRCC President Adam Breerwood tells us coming back to Hancock County, however, has been the college’s plan since…
A Jackson County neighborhood was on lockdown for several hours today, not letting residents in after an artillery shell was found in a yard while a neighbor was cutting his grass. Early Monday morning a local resident cutting his grass discovered an unexploded military artillery shell on his lawn. The resident immediately notified the Biloxi Police Bomb Squad. Residents were…
A major vote to determine the future of Amtrak service here on the Gulf Coast is taking place in Mobile Tuesday. That Mobile City Council meeting starts at 10:30 tomorrow morning. If council members give the green light for Amtrak funding the work will begin on passenger platforms across the proposed route including here in South Mississippi. Amtrak leaders say…
Hancock Whitney celebrated 125 years in business by ringing the NASDAQ Stock Exchange Opening Bell. The event took place at 8:30 a.m. in a ceremony that includes a current Gulf Coast resident, Nita Kuhner of Pass Christian. The bank officially celebrates its anniversary in October. President and CEO John Hairston was there with Chairman of the Board of Directors Jerry…
Lt. Tom Spicer, a beloved figure with the community and dedicated member of Singing River’s campus police department, to talk about the blood drive that the Singing River Health System is hosting in his honor. Ocean Springs Hospital- August 12th from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the boardroom Pascagoula Hospital-August 15th from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at MSCR…
Temperatures starts in the mid-90s and slowly starts it’s way up through the middle of the week before slowly working it’s way back by the weekend. Heat indices will range between 105 and 110 each afternoon. So stay hydrated and practice heat safety. No rain or tropical development expected this week. Categories: Weather Headlines Tags: forecast, monday, Ryan Mahan, Weather
Stone County is known for its vibrant murals that reflect the area’s rich history, culture, and natural beauty. The material concentrates on the people, places, the environment, and wildlife. These murals are part of community efforts to celebrate local heritage and attract tourism. WXXV News 25’s Everett Ganier, Jr. was LIVE at Blaylock Park in Wiggins to inform you about…
Singing River Little Theatre Treasurer Joelle May is in studio to talk about their upcoming fundraiser. The Detectives Mystery Dinner Theatre group is hosting the fundraiser. The event takes place August 24th at 6:30 p.m at American Legion Post 1992. For more information, click here.
The Mississippi Aquarium in Gulfport is making the most of a viral video to promote its family friendly atmosphere. You’ve likely seen the adorable video showing an enchanting encounter between a little girl and a dolphin, the sweet exchange has gone viral with more than 10 million views. Joining Meggan in studio for this Meggan Monday is the little girl–Ryenn…
WXXV News 25 continues its new segment highlighting some phenomenal women in the area called ‘Amazing Women of South Mississippi.’ This week we are spotlighting Annie Sanders. Sanders founded the Safe Haven Center for Domestic Violence in Long Beach, MS. The center is focused on helping people survive domestic violence and developing a safety plan. She shares what motivated her…
St. Patrick catholic high school student-athletes are known as the “Fighting Irish”. One of their very own, Katherine Adams, has been fighting the ultimate battle of cancer. When you are in a community like the one she is in with the Fighting Irish, her friends, and her family, Katherine knows that she is never fighting alone. Adams, a member of…
Stop number nine of this years 25 teams in 25 days takes us to Harrison county as today’s team looks to build off of what was built last season, and improve in areas to take them to the top. Today, we meet the Gulfport Admirals who are led by head coach Blake Pennock. The Gulfport Admirals finished last season 6-5,…
Monday through Thursday will be hot, but drier overall humidity. Looking at the models, ridging will be in place over the next few days. Temperatures will be quite hot with highs in the upper 90s and approaching 100 degrees. Heat index values, since it will be “drier” will be generally between 108 and 112 degrees. A heat advisory has been…
WXXV News 25 spoke with Dr. Donna Boone, the Chief Academic Officer at the Mississippi Department of Education. One of the major goals for the department this year is reducing absenteeism in the Magnolia State. The department said about one out of every six students missed three weeks or more of school in 2015 – 2016. These statistics prompted the…
“On paper we are supposed to be a really good football team.” Coming off a season where the rebels finished 8-4, but lost in the first round of the playoffs to Terry – in a nailbiter – 41 to 39 – the expectations are high moving into the new year. This years Rebels team may just be the most experienced…
Tomorrow and Sunday will continue to be HOT with isolated to scattered showers expected. These showers and storms will be mostly in the afternoon/early evening hours, with the main concerns being lightning and locally heavy rainfall. These storms will be late enough to unfortunately still allow the heat to persist tomorrow. Plus, overall trends the last few days have been…
Baseball season may have just ended for college baseball, but some of the best stories are in the off season. News 25’s Ansley Brent joins us in studio for a recovery story that hits close to home. This past baseball season, Ocean Springs Alum McCarty English quickly became one of Head Coach Christian Ostrander’s go to guys out of the…
One advocacy center on the Coast worked to bring CPR and basic first aid classes to residents. The Harrison County Advocacy Center provided that class earlier today. Residents were able to receive certification for as low as $13. There are no more planned classes right now, but be sure to check the Mississippi State University Extension Service website to see…